Alumni Spotlight:
Haley Clancy ’19/’23
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling
Class of: 2019/2023
The Journey Continues…
Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC), Eunoia Mental Health and Wellness | EMT Instructor, Atlantic Health System
For Haley Clancy ’19/’23, the commitment to helping others began at age 16 when she first became an emergency medical technician (EMT). Her passion for emergency medicine has grown into a career connecting mental health, physical well-being, and community service.
While Clancy originally envisioned a career based in the emergency room, an adolescent psychology course piqued her interest when she was a student at Warren County Community College.
After earning her associate degree in social science, Clancy continued her studies at Centenary University, completing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2019 and a Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling in 2023. She was also a member of Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology.
At Centenary, encouragement from faculty helped Clancy see possibilities she had not initially considered. Pursuing her master’s degree allowed her to stay close to her home in Mansfield while continuing to learn from professors who knew her and supported her growth.
“When I started my bachelor’s degree, I did not expect to end up as a LAC,” Clancy said. “I was encouraged to apply to the clinical counseling master’s program.”
Clancy credits Professor Keith Morgen, PhD, with challenging her, holding her accountable, and keeping her motivated as she worked toward her goals.
Clancy’s graduate training included an internship at the Center for Evaluation and Counseling in Sparta, New Jersey, where she was subsequently hired as a Licensed Associate Counselor. The experience provided the foundation for her clinical work.
In November 2025, Clancy transitioned to another clinician role to Eunoia Mental Health and Wellness. At Eunoia, Clancy provides telehealth counseling, with a focus on clients living with chronic illnesses and the connection between mental and physical health. She also works with first responders, drawing on her years of experience in emergency medical services.
Alongside her counseling work, Clancy remains active as an EMT and serves as an EMT instructor at Atlantic Health System. Her graduate education has strengthened her ability to teach mental health continuing education classes for first responders, bringing together her two main areas of professional experience.
Her emergency medical service has earned her multiple cardiac arrest-related lifesaving awards. She has also earned certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is working on becoming a Certified Brainspotting Practitioner.
A resident of Sussex, New Jersey, Clancy is completing her dissertation toward a PhD in Health Psychology at National University, where she was inducted into Omega Nu Lambda. Her continuing education reflects her interest in helping people navigate the relationship between physical illness, emotional well-being, and daily life.
Looking ahead, Clancy hopes to grow at Eunoia Mental Health and Wellness and offer continuing education in health psychology to other therapists. Completing her doctorate and pursuing additional professional certifications are also central to her plans.
Her advice to today’s college students reflects the unexpected turn that shaped her own journey:
“Be open-minded, because you may find that taking one course changes your entire path.”