Candice Norris-Brown

Candice Norris-Brown holds the position of Associate Professor in the Division of Counseling at Indiana Wesleyan University. With over 20 years of professional experience across public schools, higher education institutions, government agencies, non-profits, and private practice, she specializes in counseling and student personnel services. She earned a Ph.D. in Counseling and Student Personnel Services (2011) and an Ed.S. in School and Guidance Counseling (2003) from the University of Georgia, alongside a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology (1992) and Bachelor of Science in Psychology (1989) from Virginia State University.

Her research focuses on advocating for students with disabilities and marginalized communities facing systemic barriers, professional identity development of school counselors, and advancing diversity/social justice in educational and counseling contexts. Dr. Norris-Brown maintains licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia and Virginia, and serves as an Approved Clinical Supervisor, overseeing doctoral students' clinical training.