Curriculum Vitae
Credentials
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Virginia Board of Counseling
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Virginia Board of Counseling
Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS)
Center for Credentialing & Education
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Counselor Education and Supervision
The College of William & Mary
2012
- Cognate: “Systemic Family Therapy with a specialization in addictions and family systems”
- Dissertation: “Children Serve Too: Investigating the Impacts of Military Family Life on Adult Relationships”
Post-Graduate Certificate, Counseling & Psychotherapy
The University of Edinburgh
2012
Master of Education (MEd), Marriage, Couple, & Family Counseling
The College of William & Mary
2009
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University
2006
Awards & Honors
2023 Publication Award
Western Association for Counselor Education and Supervision
2024
- Awarded for high-impact paper, “Training Counselors Using Virtual Reality,” selected by the Journal of Technology in Counselor Education (JTCES).
Excellence in Teaching Award
Southern New Hampshire University
2020
- Awarded annually to faculty members who significantly impact students’ academic success and engagement. Nominated by students and reviewed by faculty committee.
The Edward A. Polloway Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching
University of Lynchburg
2017
- Awarded to a graduate faculty member exemplifying quality teaching. Nominated by students.
The Margaret, The Lady, Thatcher Award for Scholarship, Character, and Service
The College of William & Mary
2012
- Recognized for outstanding scholarship, leadership, character, and service within the School of Education.