Raynalde Schagen Lipfert, Psy.D.

Primary Clinician

Raynalde Schagen Lipfert, Psy.D., completed their Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University New England in 2022, following a BA in Psychology from the University of New Hampshire. Before pursuing advanced studies, Ray gained extensive experience in roles such as direct care, transition coordinator, and operations manager during their tenure with a treatment program, spanning nearly 3 years.

During graduate school, Ray’s clinical training included service in community mental health and with a university counseling center, which specialized in working with young adults. Their professional passion lies in integrating outdoor and adventure therapy into clinical practice, a commitment reflected in their role as an instructor for Adventure Therapy workshops at Antioch University New England.

Ray has clinical experience working with complex trauma, supporting individuals on the autism spectrum, and addressing depression, anxiety, stress, and grief. Their therapeutic interests lie in relational-cultural theory, family systems, and attachment theory. Ray strives to foster authentic, growth-oriented, open and honest relationships with clients to support a participants healing path.

Joining Confluence as a Primary Clinician, Ray is enthusiastic about enriching therapeutic interventions through outdoor experiences. Ray is actively participating in weekly outings with participants and helps blend clinical work into the field experience. They also prioritize providing training and supervision to direct care staff at Confluence, drawing from their leadership as Coordinator of Sexual and Gender Diverse Care at Pennsylvania State University’s Center for Counseling & Psychological Services.

Outside of their professional life, Ray finds joy and rejuvenation in a variety of outdoor and adventure activities, including the peaceful rhythms of canoeing and kayaking on serene waters and or exploring rugged terrain on mountain and gravel bikes. While in winter months, you can find them downhill and cross-country skiing. In quieter moments, Ray enjoys strumming tunes on their ukulele and spending quality time with their spouse, family, and friends.