Victoria Liu

Victoria Liu is an Associate Professor in the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program at The Chicago School, delivering instruction online. She previously served as an Assistant Professor at the University of St. Thomas in Houston (in-person CMHC program) and holds a Ph.D. and M.A. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Sam Houston State University.

• Education: Ph.D. (2016), M.A. (2013) from Sam Houston State University; B.S. (2004) from University of Louisiana at Lafayette
• Licenses: Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, National Board Certified Counselor (NCC)

Her research focuses on collaborative therapy outcome measurement, trauma-informed practices, and addressing mental health stigma in diverse populations. She is particularly interested in counselor education for minority students and the intersection of narrative theory with mental health challenges.

The two recent publications highlight her work on collaborative therapy efficacy (2020) and international student satisfaction (2015), both aligning with her interests in therapeutic outcomes and cross-cultural experiences.

As a bilingual therapist in Houston, Dr. Liu serves marginalized communities through her private practice, specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, and identity development. She actively mentors doctoral students through NBCC while maintaining professional affiliations with ACA and TCA.

Key community involvements include clinical work at Houston Galveston Institute and volunteering at Houston Montrose Center. Her therapeutic orientation integrates constructivist/narrative theory, family systems, and feminist psychology frameworks.