Professor of Counseling
Hi, I’m Dr. Cindy Morrin — a clinical psychologist, educator, and lifelong learner passionate about helping students find their path and thrive in college and beyond.
With over 25 years of experience in education, I’ve served as a counselor, professor, and mentor in community colleges, high schools, and graduate programs. I bring real-world mental health and counseling tools into the classroom to support not just academic success, but personal growth and emotional well-being.
At Cuyamaca College, I’ve taught courses in college success, personal development, and career planning. I’ve also helped launch programs that support first-generation college students, incarcerated youth, and high school dual enrollment — because I believe education should be accessible and transformative for everyone.
Outside of class, I’m a postdoctoral therapist at a private practice in San Diego, where I work with children, teens, adults, and families. I’m also a proud mom of two sons pursuing their own career and academic dreams.
Whether you’re figuring out your major, your goals, or just how to manage college life, I’m here to help. Let’s work together to make your college journey meaningful — and maybe even a little fun.
Education
- Psy.D. - The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
- M.A. Counseling Education, Point Loma Nazarene University
- Pupil Personal Services Credential (to counsel K-12 students in California Public Schools)
- B.A. English, with an emphasis in Creative Writing, San Diego State University
- Single Subject Teaching Credential (To teach Language Arts in California Public Schools)
- Cross Cultural Language Academic Certificate (CLAD)
- Distance Counseling Credential
- College Counseling Certificate
- Strong Interest Inventory Certified and MBTI Certified
- Online Teaching Certified
- Peer Online Course Review (POCR) Badged
Experience
- Therapist
- Curriculum Co-Chair
- Program Coordinator/Department Chair
- Career Services Coordinator
- Online Trainer/Mentor
- Graduate Counseling Educator and Supervisor
- High School Guidance Counselor
- Taught English and ESL
2019 Cuyamaca Teaching Excellence Award Nominee
2010 Golden Coyote Award for Student Services Program Development
2007 California Virtual Teaching Award
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