W. Bryce Hagedorn

W. Bryce Hagedorn is a Professor and Academic Program Coordinator in the Department of Counselor Education and School Psychology at the University of Central Florida (UCF). He previously served as a professor and program director at Florida International University (2000–2006) before joining UCF in 2007. His expertise spans addictions counseling, spirituality in counseling, and counselor development. He holds licenses as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), along with certifications like National Certified Counselor (NCC).

• Education:
• Ph.D., Counseling and Counselor Education (2003), University of North Carolina at Greensboro
• M.A., Counselor Education, Mental Health Counseling (2000), University of Central Florida
• B.A., Psychology (1994), University of Illinois at Chicago
• United States Marine Corps (1987–1991)

His research emphasizes counselor development and ethical practice, with a focus on integrating spirituality into counseling. He advocates for holistic approaches to mental health, emphasizing acceptance and living with life's tensions. His professional roles include program leadership and clinical supervision.