Dr. Kristie Norwood is a licensed Clinical Psychologist who serves as the Director of the Student Counseling Center and Psychology Professor at Hampton University. Dr. Norwood graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She later pursued graduate study at the University of Memphis, earning a terminal Master of Science in Counseling and a Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology. Prior to joining Hampton University, Dr. Norwood worked as the Assistant Chief of Psychology at the Hampton Veterans Affairs Medical Center. During that time, she served as the coordinator of the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder clinical team, coordinated efforts for the opening of the Women’s Mental Health Clinic, and helped to establish the first Diversity Discussion groups. Her clinical areas of interest have focused on working with trauma survivors, life transitions and eradicating the stigma of mental health in marginalized communities. When Dr. Norwood is not in the office, she enjoys rooting for her Philadelphia Eagles, traveling and finding new brunch spots.