Kristy Koser, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Counseling and Human Development, Social & Behavioral Sciences
About Kristy Koser
Kristy Koser has been teaching graduate students in various higher education settings, both in person and virtually to students around the country who are enrolled in clinical mental health counseling programs. She brings her passion for quality clinical training and years of clinical experience together to provide exceptional student learning and a deeper understanding of complex counseling concepts. She is a certified emotionally focused couples therapist and supervisor and a recognized leader in the field of reproductive mental health. Koser is an LPC in Virginia and an LPCC in Ohio and Pennsylvania and has maintained an active private practice for the last 15 years.
Education
- Ph.D., James Madison University
- M.A., Eastern Mennonite University
- B.S., Eastern Mennonite University
Classes I Teach
- COUN 622 Assessment in Counseling
- COUN 634 Marriage and Family Counseling
- COUN 570 Career Development and Lifestyle Counseling
Signature Experiences
- 2024-present, Assistant Professor of Counseling and Human Development, Malone University
- 2019-2022 Adjunct Professor in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, University of the Cumberlands
- 2017-2018, Vice President, Virginia Association for Couple and Family Counseling
Recent Scholarly Work & Publications
Koser, K. (release date 2025, January). Couples Therapy for Infertility with guest, Dr Kristy Koser. [Audio podcast]. American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Podcast with Karam, E. (host).
Koser, K. (2024, March). Reproductive Trauma, Infertility and Loss. Psychotherapy Networker, Washington, DC.
Koser, K. (2024, January). Reproductive Trauma and Attachment: Emotionally Focused Therapy for Individuals and Couples Facing Infertility and Pregnancy Loss. PESI.
Koser, K. (2023). Thriving in(fertility): Utilizing what you’re already good at to navigate the emotional roller coaster. Publication at: https://fertility.rescripted.com/posts/a-therapists-tips-for-navigating-the-emotional-highs-and-lows-of-infertility
Koser, K. (2022). Fertility counseling with couples: A case study. In S. Covington (Eds.), Fertility counseling: Clinical guide and case studies 2 nd edition. Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Peterson, B. & Koser, K. (2022). Fertility counseling with couples. In S. Covington (Eds.), Fertility counseling: Clinical guide and case studies 2 nd edition. Cambridge University Press: Cambridge, United Kingdom.
Koser, K, Covington, S., Applegarth, L. & Covington, L. (2022). Infertility, Pregnancy Loss & Reproductive Trauma Training Course. Psychotherapy Networker/PESI.
Koser, K. (2022). 5 tips for minding your relationship during fertility treatment. Published at therapist.com: https://therapist.com/relationships/minding-your-relationship-during-fertility-treatment/
Koser, K. (2020). Couple Satisfaction in Fertility Treatment: Implications for Fertility Counselors. Journal of Basic and Clinical Reproductive Sciences. Manuscript accepted.
Koser, K. (2019). Fertility Counseling With Couples: A Theoretical Approach. The Family Journal. Vol 28, (1). https://doi.org/10.1177/1066480719887498
Koser, K. (presentation accepted- 2019, November). An Introduction to Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples: Tracking Communication Cycles and Understanding Attachment. Ohio Counselors Association, Columbus, OH.
Koser, K. (2019, October). The ART of Couple Satisfaction. American Society for Reproductive Medicine Annual Congress. Philadelphia, PA.
Koser, K. (2018). The ART of Couple Satisfaction. Dissertations, 2014-2019. 198. https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/diss201019/198
Koser, K., Sutherlin, T., Davis, C., & Attia, M. (2018). Key Components for CACREP Master’s and Doctoral Programs. Manuscript submitted for publication.
Koser, K. (2017). Invited to peer view course: Facing infertility in the 21 st century. Western Schools.
Koser, K., Davis, C., Sirocky-Meck, A. (2017, November). Through the Lens of Attachment: Helping Young Adults Develop Health Relationships. Virginia Counselors Association, Hot Springs, VA.
George, S. & Koser, K. (2017, November). Adolescence and Depression. Virginia Counselors Association, Hot Springs, VA.
Koser, K. (2017, April). Co-presenter panel presentation: Love Expert Panel. Love Talk Summit, James Madison University.
Sirocky-Meck, A., Davis, C., Koser, K. (2017, March). A theoretical framework for conceptualizing healthy relationships for inclusion in sexual violence prevention programming. Headquarters for the Marines, Quantico, VA.