Charlotte Hamilton

Dr. Charlotte Hamilton is the Dean of the College of Social Sciences and a Full Professor at Saybrook University, serving as the Accreditation Liaison Officer for WSCUC within Academic Affairs. She holds a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Virginia, alongside degrees from Appalachian State University. Her career spans leadership roles at South University, where she led clinical mental health counseling programs, achieved CACREP accreditation, and spearheaded diversity initiatives. A licensed counselor and supervisor, she has extensive experience in mental health, addiction counseling, and educational administration.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in English (Appalachan State University)
• Master of Arts in Higher Education and Developmental Studies (Appalachan State University)
• PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision (University of Virginia)

Research & Leadership: Dr. Hamilton's work focuses on advancing counseling education, DEI initiatives, and accreditation standards. She has revitalized curricula, led national conferences, and developed institutional DEI programs. Her clinical background includes supervising counselors and teaching across universities.

Professional Affiliations:

• Past President of the South Carolina Counseling Association (SCCA)
• Active member of the American Counseling Association (ACA) and ACES

Key Contributions: Over 175 counseling students under her mentorship, CACREP accreditation milestones, and innovative DEI training programs across multiple campuses.