Malti Tuttle

Malti Tuttle is an Associate Professor and School Counseling Program Coordinator in the Department of Special Education, Rehabilitation, and Counseling at Auburn University’s College of Education. She also serves as the Project Director for the School Counseling Integrated Program (SCIP) and has over two decades of experience in education, including roles as a teacher, school counselor, and counselor educator.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Counseling and Student Personnel Services, University of Georgia (CACREP Accredited)
• M.Ed. in School Counseling, Auburn University (CACREP Accredited)
• B.A. in Secondary Education (History and Spanish), Auburn University

Research Interests: Dr. Tuttle’s scholarship is deeply rooted in social justice advocacy, school counseling equity, and multicultural responsiveness. Her work explores how school counselors can better serve English Learners and Latinx families, emphasizing parent-school partnerships and culturally informed practices. A unique dimension of her research involves Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT), particularly the integration of canine-assisted interventions in K-12 settings to enhance student well-being and interprofessional collaboration.

Publications Overview: Spanning from 2015 to 2025, Dr. Tuttle’s publications reflect a consistent focus on school counseling practice, counselor education, and social justice frameworks. Her work addresses critical areas such as perfectionism in counseling students, child abuse reporting, career development for students with disabilities, and collaboration between school counselors and nurses. The inclusion of Animal-Assisted Therapy across multiple studies highlights her innovative approach to mental health interventions in schools.

Certifications & Licensure:

• Licensed Professional Counselor (Georgia)
• Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor (Georgia)
• National Certified Counselor
• National Certified School Counselor
• Professional Educator Certificates in School Counseling and Educational Leadership (Georgia)

Grants & Projects: Dr. Tuttle leads the School Counseling Integrated Program (SCIP), a significant initiative aimed at enhancing school counselor preparation and practice. While specific grant details are not provided, her role as Project Director indicates active involvement in funded educational programs.

Teaching & Supervision: As the School Counseling Program Coordinator, Dr. Tuttle oversees curriculum development, supervises practicum and internship experiences, and mentors graduate students. Her expertise in counselor supervision is evident through publications on post-master’s supervision and culturally informed supervision models.