Emily C Brown

Emily C Brown is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education Sciences and Professional Programs at the University of Missouri - St. Louis (College of Education). She holds a PhD in Counselor Education from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (2017), an MA in School Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (2008), and a BA in English and Religion from Wake Forest University (2004). Her research focuses on school counseling for marginalized groups, particularly children of incarcerated parents and LGBTQ+ populations. She teaches courses in school counseling, group counseling, and trauma-informed practices.

Dr. Brown’s work emphasizes qualitative research methods, including interviews and focus groups. She has led NIH-SEPA-funded projects addressing STEMM awareness in rural Appalachian high school students. Her clinical experience includes six years as a school counselor in urban elementary schools and licensure as a National Certified Counselor since 2008. Key areas of expertise include child-centered play therapy, trauma-focused interventions, and advocacy in educational settings.

Her publications (18 total) explore topics like trauma-informed practices, LGBTQ+ mental health, and systemic barriers faced by marginalized youth. Notable contributions include advocating for children of incarcerated parents through school-based interventions and advancing culturally responsive counseling approaches.

• Grants: NIH-SEPA-funded project on postsecondary education awareness
• Awards: None explicitly listed
• Teaching: Foundations of School Counseling, Group Counseling, Trauma-Informed Practices

Her research bridges clinical practice and systemic advocacy, with a focus on resilience-building interventions for vulnerable youth populations.