Graduate Interns

Reuben M. Bonne-Année

(he/him/his)

CMHC Candidate 2025

Reuben is a graduate level intern currently pursuing an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz, the same institution where he received a B.A. in Psychology. As a Black and Hispanic intern counselor, Reuben is committed to creating inclusive spaces that explore the intersections between gender, race, culture, and mental health. He feels a deep desire to address and support BIPOC clients and the unique barriers they may face. Reuben has experience working with adolescents and college aged clients. He has particular interests in exploring men’s mental health, body-image, anxiety, self-esteem, and substance use. His approach integrates person centered, narrative and cognitive behavioral therapy with the goal of providing authenticity, collaboration, and client empowerment. He deeply desires to be the “wind in the clients sails” letting them choose the direction and destination while aiding in the means to get there. Outside of the clinical space, Reuben loves hiking, biking, bouldering, audiobooks, and music

Lydia Frevert, BA 

(she/her/hers)

CMHC Candidate 2025

Lydia is an intern currently pursuing her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz. She has previous experience working with people struggling with substance use and works to create a space of nonjudgment and warmth. Lydia graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 2022 with her undergrad in psychology and studio art and is excited to bring her passion for art into session as a way to explore and express emotions. In her free time, Lydia is reading, spending time outside, and hanging out with her cat.