Marion E. Toscano

Marion E. Toscano, Ph.D., LCPC (MD), NCC, is an Assistant Professor in the Professional Counseling Program at Mount Mary University's School of Graduate Health & Professional Programs. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision (CACREP Accredited) from Loyola University Maryland.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision (CACREP Accredited), Loyola University Maryland
  • M.S. in Pastoral Counseling (CACREP Accredited), Loyola University Maryland
  • B.F.A. in Theatre – Emphasis in Technical Theatre and Stage Management, Florida International University

Dr. Toscano's research explores intersections of identity, spirituality, and trauma within marginalized communities. Her work emphasizes LGBTQ+ mental health, multicultural social justice counseling competencies, and historical trauma analysis, often incorporating team dynamics and self-acceptance frameworks.

Publications reveal a thematic focus on LGBTQ+ identity validation, racial/trauma responses (e.g., Michael Brown police shooting analysis), spiritual crises in non-religious populations, and psychometric instrument development. Collaborative studies with Haas, Schuermann, and Piedmont demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches bridging counseling, religious studies, and social justice.

• Professional Memberships:
  • American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities (SAIGE)
  • Association for Spiritual, Ethical, and Religious Values in Counseling (ASERVIC)
  • Association Counseling Education and Supervision (ACES)
  • North Central Association Counseling Education and Supervision (NCACES)