Tiffany Peets

Dr. Tiffany Peets serves as an Associate Professor of Counseling and Human Development and Field Experience Coordinator for Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Walsh University. She co-directs the COPE grant, a federal initiative fostering interdisciplinary behavioral health services for underserved populations. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. from Kent State University, M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Akron, and B.L.S. from Viterbo College. Certified in divorce mediation and licensed as an Ohio supervising clinical counselor (LPCC-S), her professional experience spans over 20 years in private practice and community agencies.

Education:

• Ph.D., Counseling and Human Development Services, Kent State University (2004)
• M.A., Marriage and Family Therapy, University of Akron (1998)
• B.L.S., Art and Psychology, Viterbo College (1994)

Research focuses on counseling supervision, interprofessional collaboration in behavioral health, family systems, and advocacy for marginalized populations. Her work emphasizes cultural humility, client-centered therapy perspectives, and addressing systemic inequities in mental healthcare access.

Advising and grants include her COPE grant collaboration with Occupational Therapy programs, aiming to enhance behavioral health service delivery. She previously served as adjunct faculty in counselor education and child/family development programs.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the COPE grant team to develop interdisciplinary training programs and community outreach initiatives.