June Hyun

June Hyun, Ph.D., LMHC, NCC (she/her), is an Associate Professor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at Agnes Scott College. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from Georgia State University and an MS in School Counseling from California State University, Bakersfield. Her academic career spans over 15 years in counselor education, with a strong focus on clinical training and multicultural competence.

Academic Background:

• PhD, Counselor Education – Georgia State University
• MS, School Counseling – California State University, Bakersfield

Dr. Hyun's research and teaching emphasize multicultural counseling, social justice, counselor supervision, and school-family-community (SFC) partnerships. She is particularly committed to promoting resilience among Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. Her pedagogical contributions include teaching core courses such as Basic Counseling Skills, Counseling Theory, Multicultural Counseling, Group Counseling, and Systems Theories, as well as supervising practicum and internship students.

Her clinical experience includes providing mental health services to children and adolescents in school and community settings using play therapy, along with conducting workshops for Asian immigrant parents and caregivers. Dr. Hyun is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Counseling Association (ACA), Association for Multicultural Counseling and Development (AMCD), Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES), and the Association for Assessment and Research in Counseling (AARC), where she has held leadership roles and presented at national conferences.

Professional Licensure and Certification:

• National Certified Counselor (NCC)
• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) – Washington State

Dr. Hyun integrates her international background—born and raised in South Korea and having worked as an English teacher there—into her culturally responsive approach to counseling and education. While no specific publications or awards are listed in the provided text, her scholarly focus suggests a consistent contribution to the field of counseling through presentations and service. She enjoys hiking and watching detective shows in her personal time.