Geoffrey Keller
About me:
I am a doctoral candidate from Carlow University completing my MATCH internship at UMaine’s Counseling Center. Some of my professional interests include trauma, interpersonal
dynamics, mental health of men and boys, evolutionary and developmental psychology, existentialism and spirituality, and relational psychoanalysis. I am a strong believer in the power of embracing vulnerability and its capacity to promote profound, positive change in individuals. In my personal life I pursue a number of hobbies including ultimate Frisbee, rock climbing, and
hiking/camping with my wife and two dogs. I am an avid reader and have a deep appreciation for music (both listening and playing), and on rainy days I’ve been known to binge the occasional Netflix series with some good company and a large bowl of popcorn.
What has been your most embarrassing moment (that you are willing to share)?:
I ordered “*Disclaimer” hot sauce on my chicken wings wherein your waiter is required to read a disclaimer before you order it. This decision ruined a lovely afternoon I had planned with my
wife and resulted in her driving me home so I could lay down and rest.
What is your favorite food?:
I have a deep passion for Thai cuisine, and unparticular I enjoy Pad-See-Ew.
If you could take a trip anywhere in the world, were would you go?:
I would love to travel to Mallorca in the Mediterranean and try my hand out at deep water solo climbing.
Professional Credentials and Interests?:
MA, Doctoral Candidate (Carlow University). Psychology Intern. Individual and Couples Counseling. I embrace Psychodynamic and Relational theoretical orientations and am fond of both metacognitive processing and the Gottman Method when working with couples.
Favorite Quotes:
“Whatever you do may seem insignificant, but it is most important that you do it!”
– Gandhi
“I hope whatever you’re doing, you’re stopping now and then, and not doing it at all.”
– Michael Pollen
“And once the storm is over you won’t remember how you made it through, how you managed
to survive. You won’t even be sure, in fact, whether the storm is really over. But one thing is certain: when you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person who walked in. that’s
what this storm’s all about”
– Haruki Murakami, Kafka on the Shore