Professional Background

Gruhn is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Counselor Education. She teaches School Counseling Internship, School Counseling Practicum, Group Counseling, and Advanced Human Growth & Development. Gruhn’s education includes a BA from Point Park University in 1996, an MA from the University of Pittsburgh in 2001, and a PhD candidate from Indiana University of Pennsylvania (anticipated graduation in December 2024). Other education includes being a Certified Mindfulness Instructor for the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults.

Aside from teaching, Gruhn is also a licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania, a Professional School Counselor in Pennsylvania, a Nationally Certified Counselor; and a private practice owner in Pittsburgh, PA, that provides outpatient therapy, clinical supervision, and mindfulness facilitation. Her current research interests include mindfulness, creative supervision, school counseling, and advocacy.

Academic Degrees

• Indiana University of Pennsylvania, PhD Candidate (anticipated graduation 12/2024)
• University of Pittsburgh, MA (2001)
• Point Park University, BA (1996)