Pronouns

he/him/his

Educational History

Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision, University of Iowa; M.A., Educational Measurement and Statistics, University of Iowa; M.Ed., Counselor Education, Augusta University; B.S.W., Social Work, Augusta University

Professional History

Dr. Middleton is a Professional School Counselor and National Certified Counselor with experience in K-12 school counseling, wraparound services facilitation, clinical mental health counseling, and grant-funded school mental health initiatives. Prior to entering academia, he worked with youth and families in school- and community-based settings.

Research

Research interests include school counselors’ capacity to address the social determinants of health and mental health, counselor empowerment, and school mental health. Ultimately, his work seeks to position counselors as agents of systemic change who improve outcomes for students, families, and communities.

Personal Highlights

Originally from South Carolina, I enjoy music, singing, dancing, connecting with family and friends, and spending time in nature.

Fields of Expertise

• School Counseling
• Social Determinants of Health and Mental Health
• Counselor Empowerment
• School Mental Health Systems