Rebecca A. Willow

Rebecca A. Willow is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology & Counseling at Gannon University, specializing in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She holds licenses as a Licensed Professional Counselor (Pennsylvania, 2003) and National Certified Counselor (2002), and teaches courses such as Counseling & Personality Theories, Multicultural Issues in Counseling, and Supervised Practicum. Her academic journey includes an Ed.D. in Counselor Education (2003, Duquesne University), M.A. in Counseling (1996, Edinboro University), and B.A. in English and History (1986, Allegheny College).

• Ed.D., Counselor Education and Supervision (CACREP), Duquesne University (2003)
• M.A., Counseling (CACREP), Edinboro University (1996)
• M.A., College Student Personnel, Bowling Green State University (1989)
• B.A., English and History, Allegheny College (1986)

Her research focuses on multicultural counseling, spirituality in counseling, and ethical practices in counselor education. She pioneered the use of spiritual genograms as an educational tool and developed models for addressing race dynamics in counseling training. Her work emphasizes experiential learning, reflective practices, and the integration of ethical frameworks into clinical settings. Publications span topics like multicultural training, spiritual genograms, and ethical guidelines for counseling presentations.

Notable contributions include leading the Pennsylvania Counseling Association as President (2011-2014) and facilitating the PCA Outstanding Counselor Education Program of the Year award (2009). She has presented at 30+ professional conferences and serves as a reviewer for the Journal of the Pennsylvania Counseling Association. Her service extends to community roles like volunteer work with Reading Buddies and leadership on the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer grant review committee.