Danielle Pester Boyd

Danielle Pester Boyd is an Assistant Professor in the Counselor Education Programs at Auburn University's College of Education. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi and is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, as well as a Registered Play Therapist with clinical experience in community and school-based settings.

• Clinical Focus: Trauma-informed counseling, developmental trauma, and play therapy
• Research: Social determinants of mental health, intersectionality, and culturally responsive interventions

Her research integrates quantitative and qualitative methods, including community-based participatory research and program evaluation. Recent publications focus on adversity and resilience, trauma programming efficacy, and advocacy practices in counseling.

• Awards: Glen E. Hubele National Graduate Student Award, Outstanding Counselor Education and Supervision Article Award