Carlton Cummings

Carlton Cummings
Clinical Counselor
Groups Chair; Co-Chair, Queers & Allies Outreach Team
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Palo Alto University

Theoretical Orientation:

I integrate a psychodynamic framework with family systems, social justice, and behavioral-cognitive perspectives. At the core of my work resides the assertion that relational experiences shape our beliefs about the world, others, and ourselves, dictating our perspectives and behaviors. I believe the therapeutic process of building, exploring, and healing depends on both the client and therapist maintaining a commitment to acknowledging and enduring distress in a goal-oriented manner.

Professional Interests:

Identity development, diversity/multicultural issues, social justice, self-compassion, historical trauma, minority stress, Black student concerns, and LGBTQIA+ student concerns.