Biography - Lisa Burton

Dr. Lisa Burton was recently hired as an Adjunct Professor in the Masters in Education Guidance and Counseling Department at American Public University System. Dr. Burton holds a Ph.D. in Professional Education from Capella University as well as an Ed.S. in School Counseling from Marshall University, a M.A. in School Counseling K-12 from Marshall University. In addition, her B.A is in Physical Education from West Virginia University.

She is currently a full-time Assistant Professor for Marshall University in the Counseling Department and has been in this position for three years. However, she was an adjunct professor for Marshall University for thirteen years before joining them full-time. Prior to working for Marshall University full-time, Dr. Burton was a Coordinator for the West Virginia Department of Education for ten years. She was responsible for School Counselors, Attendance Directors, Character Education, Homeless Education and Dropout Prevention. In addition, she has been employed as a school counselor on the elementary, junior high and high school level. She is also the owner and director of Crossroads Counseling & Consulting, Ltd., which specializes in working with children and adults as it relates to conflict, transitions, mediation, gambling addiction, death and loss and school related concerns. Dr. Burton is a National Certified Counselor, a licensed professional counselor in West Virginia, a certified school counselor K-12 and an approved licensed professional supervisor for those seeking to become licensed.

Dr. Burton has presented at national, regional and state conferences as it relates to developing comprehensive school counseling programs and implementing and integrating effective character education in the schools. Recently, Redbook appointed her as the West Virginia State Action Leader for MADE (Moms and Dads for Education to Stop Teen Dating Violence). She resides outside of Charleston, WV with her husband and daughter.

 
 

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