Clinical Mental Health Counseling/ School Counseling- CACREP)

Andrea Cox, Ph.D., LPC
Associate Dean, School of Counseling
Clinical Director of Field Experience
Assistant Professor, School of Counseling
Andrea.Cox@mobap.edu

Andrea Cox, Ph.D., LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri. Dr. Cox serves as the Associate Dean of the School of Counseling and the Director of Field Experience at Missouri Baptist University. She earned a Doctorate of Philosophy in Education in Counseling and a Master of Education in Community Counseling from the University of Missouri–St. Louis. Dr. Cox enjoys teaching courses where she can help students learn strategies and techniques for actively applying their clinical skills. Her current research explores the relationship between pedagogy and learning outcomes at the collegiate level. Her other research interests include an exploration of the relationship between social expectations, human perception, and expression of said expectations. Prior to joining the faculty at MBU, in her role as a counselor, Dr. Cox specialized in providing evidence-based trauma-informed treatment to children and families impacted by stressful life events.
Additionally, Dr. Cox is an active member of her church where she serves as the liturgical dance instructor. In her free time, Dr. Cox enjoys kayaking, reading, and spending time with her family.