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Sheila Babendir EdD, LPAC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Counseling Educator. She is the Associate Dean over the Masters of Counseling, at ������Ƶ. She also is co-owner and clinical director of Abundant Hope Integrated Solutions, a behavioral health clinic serving the working population in Arizona. Babendir earned a Doctor of Education in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University and a Master of Science in Counseling Education and Counseling Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Barbara Burt, PsyD, is Program Chair for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and a licensed psychologist. She has been teaching at the University since 2002 in human services, psychology, and counseling programs. Her advanced training in trauma-focused interventions includes EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (A.R.T.). She serves as a clinical supervisor to new therapists and previously served on the board of directors of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists. Burt holds a doctorate in psychology from Southern California Seminary and a master’s degree in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling from University of La Verne.

Michelle Crawford-Morrison, LMFT, LPCC, NCC, is the Program Chair for Psychology and Human Services in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. She has over 25 years of direct counseling experience, more than 20 years of supervising and training interns, and 18 years of teaching at ������Ƶ. Crawford-Morrison’s clinical approach integrates family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and attachment theories to support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, and trauma across personal, social, and professional domains. She has contributed as a subject matter expert in revising curriculum for the online MSC/MFCT program and Psychology courses and is an active member of professional organizations including APA, AAMFT, CAMFT, ACA, and the OC MFT Consortium.

Samantha E. Dutton, PhD, LCSW(r), Lt Col (ret), is an experienced executive and educator with 25+ years in healthcare and education. As Associate Dean at ������Ƶ since 2016, she oversees faculty, curriculum, and accreditation for the BSSW program. A retired U.S. Air Force leader, Dutton managed clinic operations, behavioral medicine, and family support programs, earning top recognition. Dr. Dutton holds a PhD in Social Work and Social Research from Portland State University, and Master's of Social Work and Bachelor's of Social Work from New Mexico Highlands University, and as well as advanced credentials in leadership and disaster management. She actively serves in professional organizations, including NASW Tennessee.

Christine Karper, PhD, LMHC (QCS), serves as a Program Chair for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at the ������Ƶ College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, where she oversees faculty, curriculum, and program assessment. As licensed clinician, Karper is committed to integrated care and client well-being. In academia, she has presented nationally and internationally and published in counseling and psychology journals. Karper earned her Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and a master's in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Central Florida. 

MaryJo Trombley, PhD, is a licensed psychologist and serves as Associate Dean of Psychology and Human Services at the ������Ƶ College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Appointed as Program Chair in 2009, she additionally co-directed the California Counseling Skills Center from 2019 to 2024. Holding a Ph.D. from Howard University, Dr. Trombley’s early professional focus centered on crisis intervention, an experience that shaped her commitment to trauma-informed care. Her dedication to the profession through clinical experience and supervision proved instrumental in supporting students, faculty, and staff understand and implement trauma-informed practices.