Melissa Hall

Dr. Melissa Hall is a Professor of Counseling at Colorado Christian University, serving in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies - School of Counseling. She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Arkansas and has over a decade of full-time faculty experience, joining CCU in 2022 after prior service at another Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU) institution.

• Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, University of Arkansas
• M.Ed. in Community Counseling, University of Oklahoma
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Arkansas
• Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Certified

Dr. Hall's research and clinical interests focus on trauma-informed care, particularly through Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), with specialization in foster care, adoption, infertility, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, body image, and life transitions. She is passionate about integrating faith and learning, gender-sensitive teaching, and promoting self-care among students and early-career professionals.

Her scholarly work centers on innovative pedagogy, wellness in academia, and therapeutic interventions for vulnerable populations, especially children in foster care. She has presented at major national and international conferences including the Christian Association for Psychological Studies, National Council on Family Relations, and Association for Counselor Education and Supervision.

Dr. Hall has received recognition through consistent scholarly presentation, though no formal awards are listed. Her work emphasizes ethical supervision, faith integration, and holistic student development.

She actively mentors students and supports early-career professionals in balancing academic, clinical, and personal demands. While no specific grants are mentioned, her sustained conference participation reflects ongoing scholarly engagement and professional leadership.

Dr. Hall is deeply involved in community service through Potters House Ministries with her family in Fayetteville, Arkansas, reflecting her commitment to service, advocacy, and spiritual formation.