Dr. Kübra Civan serves as an Assistant Professor of Counselor Education at Quincy University, where she is dedicated to preparing future counselors through teaching, mentorship, and scholarship. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Ohio University, along with professional licensure and certifications, including Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed School Counselor (LSC), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). She is also a recipient of the Chi Sigma Iota Edwin L. Herr Fellowship for Excellence in Counseling Leadership and Scholarship, recognizing her commitment to mentorship and scholarly excellence.
Prior to her academic career in the United States, Dr. Civan completed her undergraduate studies at Dokuz Eylül University and her master’s degree in Psychological Counseling and Guidance at Hacettepe University. She also worked as a school counselor in Türkiye, bringing a strong international and multicultural perspective to her teaching and research. Her areas of focus include grief counseling, clinical supervision, and culturally responsive counseling practices.
She is passionate about integrating experiential learning into counselor education and supporting students’ professional and personal development throughout their training.