So Rin Kim

Dr. So Rin Kim is an Assistant Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Education Sciences and Professional Programs at the College of Education, University of Missouri–St. Louis (UMSL). She has been serving as counseling faculty since 2020, contributing to both teaching and research in clinical mental health and counselor education.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, Pennsylvania State University
• M.A. in Counseling, Korea University
• B.A. in Education and English Education, Korea University

Dr. Kim's research centers on resilience among underrepresented populations, neuroscience applications in counseling, mental health of international students, and counselor training. She specializes in quantitative methods such as structural equation modeling, regression analyses, and multilevel modeling. Her work bridges clinical practice with empirical research to enhance counseling effectiveness.

Her recent publications reflect a consistent focus on counselor training outcomes, cultural mental health advocacy, neuromyths in education, and resilience during transitional life stages. These works span journals in counseling, mental health, and stress management, demonstrating interdisciplinary engagement.

Scientific Awards:

• National Certified Counselor

Dr. Kim teaches core courses including Theories of Counseling, Helping Relationship Skills, Psychopathology and Diagnosis, and Foundations of Clinical Mental Health Counseling. While no formal advising or grant information is listed, her active research and leadership role as Associate Chair indicate strong programmatic involvement. She is also contributing to the advancement of data-informed practices in counselor education.