Michelle Kitson
Corinne Lowe
Whitney Bruice, M.A.
Whitney Bruice, M.A. MFT works with the Alcohol and Drug Program as an On-Call Counselor/Educator. Originally from Berkeley, California, Whitney graduated from UCSB with a BA in Psychology in 1992, received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University in 1999 and became a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) in 2005. Whitney’s work at UCSB involves screening students for substance problems, providing individual counseling, facilitating psycho-educational groups, coordinating campus events such as National Alcohol Screening Day. Her other clinical experience includes working with at-risk youth in foster care and in alternative school settings, working with institutionalized children with autism and other disabilities and facilitating mental health groups on topics such as anger management, social skills, anxiety, and depression. Whitney’s other interests include spending time with her family, enjoying the beach, teaching and coaching swimming, and training for triathlons.
Ian Holland, M.A, MFTI
Ian Holland, M.A, MFTI works with the Alcohol and Drug Program as a Counselor and Educator, assisting students both in group and individual settings. Ian is also the primary clinician for UCSB’s Tobacco Cessation Program, supporting and guiding the efforts of students and staff who are seeking to quit tobacco use. Ian holds a B.A. in Physics from Sonoma State University and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles. Ian has worked with children and adults as a clinician since 2001 in community outpatient clinics, schools, the foster care field and residential programs. Ian has a long-term interest in addiction and recovery issues. He is an avid cyclist, surfer and tennis player.
Lacey Johnson, M.A. MFTI
Lacey Johnson, M.A. MFTI is a Counselor/Educator for UCSB’s Alcohol and Drug Program. She graduated from Northern Arizona University in 2002 with a BS in Health Promotion and an emphasis in Community Health Education. Lacey relocated to Santa Barbara to attend Antioch University and graduated in 2006 with a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. She is currently a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern working towards licensure. Lacey has worked in a variety of therapeutic settings including outpatient chemical dependency clinics, psychiatric hospital clinics and schools serving at-risk youth. Lacey’s other interests include going to the beach, traveling, hearing live music, and enjoying Santa Barbara.
Ian Kaminsky Ph.D., M.F.T.
Ian Kaminsky Ph.D., M.F.T. is the Director of the UCSB Alcohol and Drug Program. Ian earned his BA in psychology from the University of California at Santa Barbara. He earned his MA in counseling from Pacifica and his Ph. D. in clinical psychology from Pacifica. Ian’s dissertation, “The Landscape of Addiction” is a phenomenological inquiry into the lived experience of being addicted. He has worked in the field of human services since 1990 and has worked as a counselor and supervisor in a multitude of settings including Cottage Hospital's psychiatric service. Ian has taught psychology courses at the junior college, undergraduate, and graduate level and is currently a lecturer at UCSB’s Gevirtz Graduate School of Education. Ian also works in private practice with adults and adolescents.
Jackie Kurta, M.A.,MFT
Jackie Kurta, M.A.,MFT is the Clinical Manager of the UCSB Alcohol and Drug Program. She received a B.A. in English from Tufts University and a Master Degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Santa Barbara. Originally from New York City, Jackie and her family relocated to Los Angeles in 1987 and they have made Santa Barbara their home since 2000. In addition to her work as adjunct faculty for AUSB, she has also offered her services to valuable community organizations, including Domestic Violence Solutions of Santa Barbara County, Family Court Mediation Program of Santa Barbara County, the American Red Cross of SB County, Transition House, El Puente School and the Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. Jackie is particularly dedicated to collaborating with local agencies to strengthen the readiness of Santa Barbara County’s disaster mental health resources. Her additional interests include travel, skiing, home improvement projects, cycling and enjoying all that Santa Barbara has to offer.
Danielle Lau, B.A
Danielle Lau, B.A is the Program Coordinator for the Alcohol and Drug Program’s CASE and SAM Programs. Originally from San Mateo, California, Danielle graduated from UCSB’s College of Creative Studies with a B.A. in Literature. She plans to receive her license as a Marriage and Family Therapist MFT and is currently enrolled in the Masters of Clinical Psychology Program at Santa Barbara Graduate Institute. Danielle is also currently serving as UCSB’s Designated Safety Representative for Embarcadero Hall in Isla Vista. Her other interests include playing with her cat and dwarf rabbits, visiting her family, working out, and spending time with her husband.