Speakers - 2026

Biography

Dr. Andrea Garraway is a counselor educator, licensed clinician, and prevention professional with extensive experience in mental health, substance use prevention, and community-based initiatives. She holds a doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision and has taught at the graduate and doctoral levels in counselor education programs. Dr. Garraway’s professional background includes developing and implementing grant-funded prevention programs, coordinating professional training, and supporting multidisciplinary collaborations across public health, education, and community systems. Her clinical and academic work emphasizes ethical practice, resilience, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based interventions. Dr. Garraway is passionate about bridging research, practice, and policy to equip professionals with practical tools that support prevention, early intervention, and community well-being.

Research interests:

• Addiction Treatment
• Grief Counseling
• Suicide Counseling