Assistant Professor
- Ph.D. in Counselor Education from Syracuse University
- M.S. in Community Mental Health Counseling from Canisius University
- B.A. in Psychology from Canisius University
Dr. Truitt joined the Canisius University faculty in 2024. She received her Doctorate in Counseling and Counselor Education from Syracuse University. She has a minor in Cultural Foundations of Education. Dr. Truitt is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and she maintains a private practice which allows her to blend theoretical and practical knowledge in her courses. Dr. Truitt has provided professional counseling in inpatient, outpatient, and school settings. Her clinical specialties include child and adolescent therapy. Dr. Truitt previously served as an adjunct faculty member at Canisius University and the University at Buffalo. She also assisted with managing U.S. Department of Education grant programs for both the University at Buffalo and Syracuse University. In the private sector, Dr. Truitt managed consumer insights and innovation research for consumer-packaged goods, and global toy and family entertainment companies. Dr. Truitt’s courses include Introduction to Professional Counseling and Ethics, Social Cultural Issues in Counseling, and Case Formulation, Treatment Planning, and Psychopharmacology.