B.R.E., Cornerstone University
B.S., Grace Christian University
M.T.S., Systematic Theology, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary
M.A., Counseling, Cornerstone University
M.A., Emergency Mgt. & Homeland Security, Arizona State University
M.S.W., Grand Valley State University
Ed.S., University of Michigan-Flint
D.Min., Conflict Management, Trinity Theological Seminary
Ph.D., Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine, Northcentral University

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), [MI, CT, VA, LMHC-Telehealth, FL]
Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW, Clinical & Macro), State of Michigan

Dr. Scott Shaw is Professor of Human Services at Grace Christian University. Scott was clinical supervisor & therapist at Lutheran Child & Family Service of Michigan, from 2000 to 2010. Previously, he worked for seven years at Hope Network Behavioral Health (Grand Rapids, MI), serving adults with chronic mental illness in various residential, clinical and administrative positions.  Scott is a graduate of the 38th Police Academy at Grand Valley State University, and has worked in local and county law enforcement.  He is nationally board certified in counseling (NCC), a Fellow of the American Psychotherapy Association, and a Certified Professional Empowerment Coach (CPEC) through the Grace Center for Empowerment Coaching.