Hannah Brinser

Hannah Brinser is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Online School Counseling Program at Seattle University's College of Education. Her work focuses on advancing school counseling practices through leadership, advocacy, and trauma-informed approaches.

• PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, Idaho State University
• M.A. in School Counseling, Gonzaga University
• BS in Psychology, Western Washington University

Dr. Brinser's research emphasizes the critical role of school counselors in driving systemic change. She specializes in professional identity development, advocacy issues within school counseling, and creating trauma-informed educational environments.

As a Certified School Counselor (ESA-SC WA) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), she bridges academic training with real-world application in school counseling leadership.