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To ensure the safety of our staff and midshipmen, the Academy campus will be in a Modified Operational Status on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather.

Employees with an approved situational telework agreement in CASTLE are expected to work remotely unless they are taking approved leave. 

Employees who do not have an approved situational telework agreement in CASTLE shall use unscheduled leave (e.g., annual leave or other approved time off).  For those who are at a critical level with respect to leave time, there may be a way to still telework on Monday, 26 January 2026; If OPM declares a closure and has the government operating under a Continuity of Operations Plan, emergency telework can be used.  Please work with your supervisors to ensure you are using “Safety” as your ultimate guidance with respect to the Academy’s intent to modify operations this Monday.  

All scheduled classes (first through eighth periods) will be conducted virtually.

We will seek to keep the library open depending on the availability of staff to provide student study space or connections to virtual class.

Faculty will communicate directly with students regarding the status of their classes. 

The Seafarer, Navy Exchange and the Navy Federal Credit Union will be closed.  

Please note that additional emergency notifications may be sent to contacts on file.

For the latest updates on the Academy’s operating status, visit www.usmma.edu.

 

 
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Midshipman Counseling & Personal Development (MCPD)

Hours of operation: Monday - Friday & alternating Saturday/Sundays as follows:
Monday - Friday: 0730-1630 (0730 to 0830 walk ins accepted-no appointment necessary)
Alternating Saturdays & Sundays: Click here for Saturday/Sunday Hours

Telephone Contact
*Health Services main: 516-726-5680
*Midshipman Counseling & Professional Development Direct - Monday thru Friday: 516-726-5679
*Health Services Saturday/Sundays: 516-726-5682
Email: Kathleen.Niegocki.ctr@usmma.edu, Michelle.Jaffe.CTR@USMMA.EDU, Monica.Parente.CTR@USMMA.EDU

Midshipman Counseling & Personal Development (MCPD)


Welcome!


Midshipman Counseling and Personal Development (MCPD) provides an opportunity for
Midshipmen to learn new skills and improve overall functioning both personally and
academically, to achieve their full potential. Improving mental health and well-being can foster
self-esteem, resilience and strength. Services are free, and confidential.


At MCPD we work with USMMA Midshipmen and Plebes to address issues that impact their
life and performance at the Academy. Most common areas worked on include adjustment to life
at the Academy, relationship issues, conflict resolution, test anxiety, stress management, alcohol
and/or substance use, discrimination, improving communication with family, friends and staff, or
general support needs. MCPD advances the academic and performance missions of the Academy
by facilitating personal development, self-awareness, problem-solving, and communication.
Services at MCPD are provided by licensed counselors and psychologists (clinical team
members) who carry out the Academy’s mission through counseling, psychotherapy,
consultation, and outreach programming. Care provided on-site by MCPD clinicians does not
result in a diagnosis if it’s resolved without needing higher level of care through off-site referral.
Records are kept confidential and in the majority of cases, cannot be released without the written
consent of the Midshipman. At times MCPD clinicians collaborate with OHS medical staff for
continuity of care.


Services are provided on-site at OHS at Patten Hall. Appointments are available remotely and in-person.


Meet our Clinical Team

What to expect

Well-Being Tips

There are many components that influence our emotional, psychological, social, or physical
health. Here are a few tips on managing some of the factors that may impact your overall wellbeing:

After Hours Care/ Emergencies

Confidentiality

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: Monday, July 14, 2025

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