معرفی
Terri Pardee is a Professor of Psychology at Spring Arbor University (SAU), holding a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Andrews University and an M.A. in Counseling from Michigan State University. Her career transitioned from paramedic work and high school counseling to academia, focusing on undergraduate psychology education. She coordinates SAU's Master of Arts in Counseling program and emphasizes brain physiology, autism, fetal alcohol syndrome, and developmental trauma in her research. Her role at SAU allows integration of Christian perspectives into psychological education.
Education:
- Ph.D.: Counseling Psychology, Andrews University (2007), Dissertation: Codependency in Master’s Level Counseling Students
- Master of Arts: Counseling, Michigan State University (1991)
- Bachelor’s: Biology and Psychology, Spring Arbor College
Her professional journey includes 14 years as a high school counselor, paramedic experience, and teaching at Reed City Public Schools. She joined SAU in 2002, transitioning to full-time teaching in 2008. Her commitment to SAU stems from its Christian mission, enabling her to shape students' understanding of psychology through faith-oriented frameworks.
