Counselor education faculty | Department of Educational Psychology

Carolyn Berger Carolyn Berger

Teaching associate professor
she, her, hers
612-624-4885
caberger@umn.edu

My research interests center around the theme of helping children and adolescents maximize their achievement and well-being. I am passionate about advocating for underserved children in school settings.

Seth Christman Seth Christman

Program coordinator, counselor education; teaching associate professor
he, him, his
chri2031@umn.edu

I am passionate in my role of supporting students through teaching, advising, clinical supervision, and research mentorship.

Laura Keogh Laura Keogh

Teaching Specialist
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612-624-0526
keogh025@umn.edu

I aim to challenge every student who comes through our program to expand their competencies, consider new perspectives, and dive into new learning and experiences.

Marguerite Ohrtman Marguerite Ohrtman

Teaching associate professor
612-624-4577
mohrtman@umn.edu

My research interests focus primarily on the pivotal role of school counselors and their impact on students’ emotional health, academic success, and career planning.

Feven Seifu Feven Seifu

Director of MA clinical training; Assistant teaching professor
she, her, hers
fseifu@umn.edu

In reference to my teaching philosophy, I am of the view that growth can only occur to the degree that I am curious and humble enough to rethink and challenge my long-held beliefs and assumptions.

Sherri Turner Sherri Turner

Professor
612-624-1381
turne047@umn.edu

Research on how to help young people successfully pursue those careers that are both personally satisfying and critical to the well-being of their communities and society at large cannot be limited to one issue or one factor.