Lisa D. Weaver

Dr. Lisa D. Weaver serves as a Full Professor in the Department of Counseling and Educational Leadership at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, Lock Haven Campus, teaching in the 100% online Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program.

Her academic foundation includes:

• Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration with a minor in Educational Psychology from Penn State University
• M.Ed. in Counselor Education from Penn State University
• B.S. in Individual and Family Studies from Penn State University

Dr. Weaver's research critically examines end-of-life care through her dual expertise as a trained end-of-life doula and licensed professional counselor (Pennsylvania, since 2015). Her scholarly work spans clinical counseling practices, tele-mental health innovation, and intersections between educational psychology and higher education administration.

Professional certifications defining her clinical authority include:

• Approved Clinical Supervisor designation
• Board certification as a tele-mental health provider

Her current trajectory emphasizes integrating palliative care principles into mental health service delivery, particularly through digital platforms.