Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Early Childhood Development from the University of Central Florida (UCF)
Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy with a Play Therapy Certificate from UCF
Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision at Virginia Commonwealth University
Dr. Lindsay Allen is a counselor and counselor educator. Based in Central Florida, she brings nearly a decade of experience as a practicing counselor and five years as a counselor educator.
Her professional passion lies in supporting individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities, such as autism, and their families. She is excited to integrate her experience with neurodiverse clients to help counselors-in-training feel more confident and competent in working with this population. In addition to teaching, Dr. Allen is an actively practicing counselor who uses a grace-based approach with her clients. She specializes in identifying undiagnosed autism in adults, especially women, and supporting them with overcoming lifelong challenges. Dr. Allen’s research focuses on exploring and supporting well-being in families that include a child with a disability, parenting, and counselor training and supervision.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Allen is a wife and mother of two. In her free time, she enjoys coffee, watercolor painting, and college football.