Faculty Profiles

Sherrionda Crawford, Ph.D.

Sherrionda Crawford, Ph.D.

Dr. Sherrionda H. Crawford is an Associate Professor of School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) in Georgia and Alabama, and a Certified School Counselor in the state of Alabama. Prior to becoming a professor at Troy, she provided valuable counseling services to children and adults in both clinical and school counseling settings. Dr. Crawford actively volunteers for the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) as a scholarship reviewer and mentor. Her research interests include trends in school counseling, interpersonal violence, and suicide prevention, as well as skill acquisition for counselors-in-training.
Shelley Reed, Ph.D., LPC, CACII, MAC, CPCS

Shelley Reed, Ph.D., LPC, CACII, MAC, CPCS

Dr. Reed is the Associate Chair for the Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Interpreter Training Program (CRIT) at 抖阴视频. She serves as the Co-Faculty advisor for Chi Sigma Iota at the Phenix City Campus. She serves on numerous University, College, and Department committees. She and her colleagues received a state-funded grant in Suicide Prevention in Higher Education for four years and, most recently, the SAMHSA Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant.
Samantha Booker, Ph.D.

Samantha Booker, Ph.D.

Dr. Samantha 鈥淪am鈥� Booker, Ph.D., LPC-S, IMH-E庐, is the Assistant Chair of the Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Interpreter Training Program at 抖阴视频. Dr. Booker is the Coordinator of the School Counseling Program and the Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Program. She is a certified PK-12 school counselor, a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in Alabama, an infant family specialist, and a private practitioner. She is also a certified DC: 0-5 Trainer and infant mental health reflective supervisor. Her research interests include birth to five training for practitioners, prevention and intervention techniques with PK-12 students, and school counselors' role in early intervention.

Tailor Your Counseling Master's Degree with Focus Area

The Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation, & Interpreter Training offers master's degree programs for students who have completed bachelor's degrees and are preparing themselves for employment as clinical mental health, school, or rehabilitation counselors.
M.S. in Counseling: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
This master's program in clinical mental health counseling is tailored to meet educational standards for state licensure and national counseling credentials. It has been designed to provide students with opportunities to develop their expertise in treatment planning, their knowledge of theory and of normal and pathological development and behavior as well as their understanding of how to apply counseling skills to various agency populations. 


M.S. in Counseling: Rehabilitation Counseling

TROY's dedicated and celebrated counseling will familiarize you with the laws and regulations that govern the disability field. In this program, you'll be equipped to understand the causes and treatments of disabilities as well as various counseling theories and techniques. Your degree will also prepare you to recommend workplace accommodations for individuals with various disabilities, perform labor market and job analysis and facilitate the employment of individuals with disabilities through advocacy and assistance with job searches. A master's degree is necessary to become a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor.

TROY's unique Rehabilitation Counseling program allows the student to select one of five concentration areas:

  • Addictions Counseling
    • The addictions Counseling Concentration assists rehabilitation counseling students to work more effectively with individuals with co-occurring disabilities including drug, alcohol, and other substance abuse disorders. The curriculum emphasizes treatment modalities, prevention, and intervention.
  • Clinical Rehabilitation
    • The concentration in Clinical Rehabilitation provides the students with knowledge and skills in behavior pathology, diagnosis and treatment planning, and family therapy needed as a rehabilitation counselor specializing in services to individuals with mental illness.
  • Counseling Military Population
    • Students who complete a Concentration in Counseling Military Populations are uniquely qualified for a rehabilitation career in which they will assist members of the military, veterans, and their families with adjustment and employment issues.
  • Public and Community Rehabilitation
    • The Public and Community Rehabilitation Concentration is designed to prepare students with the advanced job development techniques and work accommodation skills needed in the rehabilitation of individuals in federal/state rehabilitation agencies and community rehabilitation programs.
  • Rehabilitation and Deaf/Hard of Hearing
    • The Concentration in Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Studies prepares students for a career as a rehabilitation counselor for this specialty population. The curriculum includes exposure to Deaf culture, advocacy, and leadership, and the opportunity to become proficient in American Sign Language (ASL).

抖阴视频's Counseling Department has $3,000,000 in grant funding for the next five years designated to train students to become Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors. Students admitted to the Rehabilitation Counseling Program can apply to receive a portion of the grant funds to assist students with tuition and other financial obligations.


Master of Science in Education: School Counseling
Through these classes, you will develop the necessary counseling and interpersonal skills needed to manage a school counseling program. You will also learn proactive problem-solving skills and graduate with a comprehensive knowledge of academic, social, psychological and behavioral aspects of a student's life. 



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FAQ About the Master of Science in Counseling

Learn more about the field of counseling and our graduate programs.
What is the difference between an M.S., M.S. Ed. and Ed.S. in Counseling?
  • M.S.: Master of Science is the degree designation for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling or Rehabilitation Programs (these programs are CACREP accredited)
  • M.Ed.: Master of Education is the degree designation for the School Counselor Program (this program is CACREP accredited and regulated by the Alabama Department of Education).
  • Ed.S.: Education Specialist is a postgraduate degree in either School Counseling or Counseling
How much does a counselor with a master's degree make?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statics, the average annual salary for someone with a master's in counseling is $70,000. This can, however, vary greatly depending on where you are located and your employment sector.
Which is the best degree for counseling?
That is entirely depending on the career path you choose. While any undergraduate degree can lead to counseling-related jobs, professional counselors will need to complete an undergraduate and a master's degree in counseling.  TROY offers a variety of M.S., Ed. S., M.S. Ed., and certificate programs.
How can I become a school counselor?
The pathway to becoming a Professional School Counselor begins with a bachelor's degree. A master's degree from a School Counseling program is then required. Completing the School Counseling Masters typically includes the following: completion of course work, graduate-level practicum and internship, passing required exams, and applying for certifications and/or licensure.
How do I become a mental health counselor (LMHC & LPC)?
  • Complete a graduate degree in counseling.
  • Identify and complete the individual state requirements for licensure. 
How do I become a substance abuse counselor?
  • Apply for and complete a graduate degree in a counseling specialty (clinical mental health, rehabilitation, etc.)
  • Identify state requirements for certification as a substance abuse counselor (every state is different).
  • There are 3 National Organizations that certify Addiction Counselors: , , and .
How long does it take to become a counselor?
Time to degree completion is dependent upon the student.  However,  full-time students typically complete all degree requirements in 2 1/2 - 3 years.
What kind of license will I need to work as a counselor?
Licensure is governed by each individual state. Professional licensed counselors are typically referred to as Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC) or Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHC)
Do I need both a master's and a specialized counseling certificate?
No, the certificate is a specialization in a specific area.  However, having certifications makes one more marketable.  

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