Lyn O'conor Ferguson
About Lyn O'conor Ferguson
Lyn O'conor Ferguson is an Associate Director at Harvard Business School, where she has worked since 2023, focusing on student support within Student and Academic Services. She has a diverse background in mental health counseling and academic support, with previous roles at Riverside Community Care and Eliot Community Human Services.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Lyn O'conor Ferguson serves as the Associate Director at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on student support within the Student and Academic Services department. Her responsibilities include program management and event planning, aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
Previous Experience in Mental Health Counseling
Prior to her current role, Ferguson worked as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor at Riverside Community Care from 2010 to 2012. She provided mental health support in the Day Treatment Program in Newton, Massachusetts. Additionally, she served as a Mental Health Counselor at Eliot Community Human Services from 2018 to 2019 in Concord, Massachusetts, where she continued to develop her skills in mental health support.
Academic Background and Qualifications
Ferguson earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lesley University, completing her studies from 2005 to 2009. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature from the University of Maryland, which she obtained from 1986 to 1990. Her educational background supports her expertise in both mental health counseling and communication.
Experience in Academic Support Services
Ferguson's professional history includes significant experience in academic support services. She worked at the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University as a Liaison to the Fellows from 1993 to 2001. This role involved facilitating communication and support for fellows, contributing to her diverse skill set in program management and event planning.
Diverse Professional Background
Lyn O'conor Ferguson has a diverse professional background that encompasses roles in mental health counseling and academic support. Her experience spans over two decades, combining her expertise in mental health with her skills in program management, event planning, and student support services.