Roberta Morell

Roberta Morell serves as a Lecturer in Physical Education at Purchase College, State University of New York, holding credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-500).

Her academic foundation includes:

• BS from Boston College
• MSed from Fordham University

Her professional expertise bridges Physical Education with clinical counseling disciplines, emphasizing holistic wellness through evidence-based mental health practices and therapeutic yoga methodologies. She integrates substance abuse intervention strategies with physical activity frameworks to address student well-being comprehensively.

Her teaching philosophy centers on trauma-informed movement education, applying clinical counseling techniques to enhance athletic performance and psychological resilience within educational settings.