Kimberly Brownridge

Adjunct Professor and Psychology Evaluator with 10+ years of leadership experience and a strategic, focused approach. Extensive experience in teaching, training, counseling/psychology, assessment, academic support, public speaking, team leadership, administration, writing, human resources, recruiting, and technology.

Owner/Licensed Professional Counselor at COUNSEL THE MIND, LLC (2012-01 – Present)

Counseling practice providing professional and comprehensive behavioral health services. Manage clinical and clerical staff and day-to-day operations, including budgeting, contractor payroll, purchasing, billing, ICD-9/10/CPT processes, electronic health record review, quality control, confidentiality, and clinical services using SFBT, DBT, long-term psychotherapy, and online therapy.

• Provide licensure supervision and training for provisional clinicians; assisted five clinicians with becoming fully licensed.
• Provide academic advising and career counseling to high school and college clients, contributing to three high school clients earning college scholarships.
• Assess clients for disabilities and prescribe Emotional Support Animals.
• Create company monthly newsletters adopted by two other private practices.
• Review and edit mental health journal articles for BetterHelp and create curriculum and assessment questions for Hurix.

Psychology Evaluator at WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY (WGU) (2025-04 – Present)

Competency-based university serving learners nationwide. Apply psychology subject-matter expertise to evaluate student performance assessments and determine mastery of learning objectives and course competencies.

• Analyze student assessment submissions using established rubrics to make accurate, fair, valid, and reliable competency determinations.
• Provide timely, personalized, robust, and actionable written feedback that helps students strengthen competencies and progress through their degree programs.
• Collaborate with evaluators, lead evaluators, supervisors, and leadership on complex or unexpected student responses to support consistent scoring and inter-rater reliability.
• Presenter, 2026 Leavitt School of Health (LSH) Summit: "Protecting Your Peace While Supporting Others," focused on burnout warning signs, intentional recovery, healthy work boundaries, mental-wellness resources, and personal support planning.

Virtual Psychology Adjunct Professor at INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BROADCASTING (2024-01 – 2025-12)

A college offering training in broadcasting, recording, and multimedia. Developed weekly curricula for Introductory Psychology; wrote and designed course content; delivered lessons through PowerPoint, discussions, and videos in a virtual classroom; supported struggling students; evaluated coursework and papers; and advised students on academic, vocational, and career issues.

• Received recognition from students and faculty for the ability to communicate complex topics.

Counseling Internship Adjunct Professor at UNIVERSITY OF INDIANAPOLIS (2023-01 – Present)

University emphasizing connectedness, service-learning, leadership, and responsible citizenship. Communicated therapeutic milestones and areas for improvement; prepared and delivered PowerPoint lessons and activities; conducted role-play scenarios; assessed and graded client presentations; and provided outreach and engagement to encourage student success.

• Facilitated group therapy for intern students and prepared students for licensure through licensing-exam study sessions.

Online Psychology Adjunct Professor at IVY TECH COMMUNITY COLLEGE (2023-01 – 2024-12)

Indiana community college serving students through flexible and accessible education. Instructed students of varied ages and backgrounds in online Introductory Psychology; facilitated discussions; identified and supported struggling students; provided tutoring; and graded discussions and assignments.

• Received recognition from students and faculty for the ability to communicate complex topics.

Online Psychology Adjunct Professor at MARIAN UNIVERSITY (2018-01 – Present)

Catholic university providing education in the Franciscan and liberal arts tradition. Facilitate college general psychology online courses. Grade student discussions and assignments. Identify and assist students who are struggling. Provide outreach and engagement to motivate and encourage students toward success.

• Include videos and specific examples on the online platform to increase understanding and offer additional practice and assessment.

Adjunct Psychology Professor at VINCENNES UNIVERSITY (2018-01 – 2020-12)

Early College program supporting high school students in earning transferable college credit. Completed classroom planning, assignment and test creation, and lesson preparation. Worked individually with students to improve understanding and course grades. Assessed knowledge, identified learning goals, and developed lessons to meet student needs. Maximized class time with thought-provoking projects and presentations.

• Provided academic and personal counseling to students to promote learning, advancement, and psychological well-being.

IS Training Manager (EPIC) at ESKENAZI HEALTH (2017-01 – 2018-12)

Comprehensive health system serving Central Indiana. Provided staff support; created and implemented the 2017 Epic Upgrade training plan, IS Training hiring process, and new-hire onboarding process. Created and managed Epic courses in the Learning Management System and supported design, maintenance, and testing of MST and training environments.

• Conducted Behavioral Health workgroups and restructured training from class-based to role-based workflows.
• Created an IS Training policy defining trainer and end-user training responsibilities.
• Reduced end-user training time by 50% while improving use of training resources and speed to readiness.
• Created a trainer cross-training matrix to maintain class coverage.

EPIC Credentialed Trainer at ESKENAZI HEALTH (2016-01 – 2017-12)

Comprehensive health system serving Central Indiana. Conducted weekly behavioral health Epic training for ambulatory staff; supported inpatient and outpatient departments during go-live; completed credentialing requirements; developed course objectives and training materials; and supported Help Desk/Command Center retraining.

• Conducted Behavioral Health training after assisting with the build of unique behavioral health Epic systems.
• Assessed workflow and trainer needs to close performance gaps and prescribe professional development plans.
• Designed and facilitated training for incoming residents and fellows, reducing training from four hours to two.

Online Psychology Adjunct Professor at SOUTHERN NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY (2016-01 – 2017-12)

Psychology Adjunct Professor at LEWIS & CLARK COMMUNITY COLLEGE (2015-01 – 2016-12)

Clinical Supervisor at BJC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (2011-01 – 2012-12)

Supervisor of Outpatient Services/Therapist at ALM HOPEWELL CENTER (2008-01 – 2011-12)

Master of Science in General Psychology – Capella University (2015-01)

Master of Arts in Professional Counseling – Lindenwood University (2007-01)

Bachelor of Science in Business and Human Resources Management – Indiana University (2001-01)

Associate of Science in Business Administration – Vincennes University (2000-01)