Ellen Armbruster

Ellen Armbruster serves as Professor and School Counseling Program Coordinator within the Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership and Higher Education at Central Michigan University's College of Education and Human Services. A dual-licensed professional counselor (Michigan and New Mexico), she holds national certifications including National Certified Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and Board Certified Telemental Health Provider.

Her academic credentials include:

• Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education (University of New Mexico)
• Master of Arts in Counseling (University of New Mexico)
• Master of Arts in Spanish and French (University of New Mexico)
• Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Spanish (University of Colorado)

Dr. Armbruster's research bridges clinical practice and multicultural contexts, with particular emphasis on attachment theory applications, Latinx student success in higher education, and innovative training methods like virtual international awareness groups. Her work consistently addresses cultural adaptation of counseling interventions across diverse settings.

Recent publications reveal a strategic focus on global mental health challenges, particularly through her Sub-Saharan Africa collaborations examining mental wellness frameworks and suicidal ideation prevention. This international work complements her domestic research on postsecondary access for underrepresented students.

Her professional recognition includes:

• Counseling Vision & Innovation Award (2024) from the Association of Counselor Education & Supervision

As Program Coordinator, Dr. Armbruster oversees curriculum development and student training while teaching core courses from ethics to crisis counseling. Her active membership in 10+ professional organizations—including American Counseling Association, Association for Counselor Education and Supervision, and Michigan School Counselor Association—demonstrates sustained field engagement. Current teaching responsibilities span 11 graduate courses including practicum supervision and specialized topics in multicultural counseling.