Recent advances in health information technology have had a significant impact on the field of public health, and particularly public health education. Public health educators develop programming and educational materials to increase access to health information and empower people to make positive, healthy choices in their own lives, serving communities worldwide. As a result, an […]
Students in Marymount University’s School of Counseling built multicultural competencies last semester during an experiential learning trip to Poland. The group, composed of 15 students from the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Pastoral Clinical Mental Health Counseling master’s programs and three students from the Counselor Education and Supervision doctoral program, spent the week in Poznań, […]
Earning a doctorate degree, or Ph.D., in counseling opens the door to diverse career pathways beyond traditional mental health job opportunities. From shaping future professionals in academia to driving change in clinical leadership and influencing mental health policy, graduates with this advanced degree have the expertise to make a lasting impact. Regardless of if you’re […]
As the stigma surrounding mental health continues to be lifted, an increased number of people are seeking out counseling services, which is highlighting the importance of effective multicultural counseling. To increase community engagement and ensure that as many people as possible have access to empathetic and supportive counseling services, counselors must actively work to reduce cultural biases and enhance their […]
Students pursuing a graduate degree in counseling are often unaware that there are career opportunities available beyond traditional counseling roles. While working as a counselor or therapist can be incredibly rewarding, exploring the alternative career options available can help students pursue a path that best aligns with their personal interests and professional goals. Expanding Horizons: […]
In this episode of “Faculty in Focus,” we spotlight Dr. Lisa Jackson-Cherry, Director of the School of Counseling within the College of Health and Education. She highlights the newly opened CMHC Training Clinic, the importance of mental health resources and her hopes that her work will positively impact the DMV area for years to come. How did you […]
Counselors have the unique opportunity to work closely with their clients and empower them with the tools and strategies they need to overcome some of life’s biggest challenges. But before you can begin making breakthroughs with your clients, you will need to understand the role that trust and empathy play in fostering client relationships. Understanding Empathy […]
Marymount University’s Dr. Shelly Aboagye, a rising star in the School of Counseling and the Center for Optimal Aging, has been selected for the prestigious 2024 Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Fellowship Program. This highly competitive fellowship from the National Institute on Aging’s Resource Centers for Minority Aging Research is awarded to only five nationwide scholars […]
In a new initiative to address the growing mental health needs of the wider community, Marymount University has introduced a free counseling clinic that is open to the general public and the University community in collaboration with Marymount’s Student Counseling Services. Launched in January, the endeavor reflects the University’s commitment to serving others while […]
Marymount University welcomed Dr. Pamela Slaven-Lee in June 2023 as the new Dean of the College of Health and Education. With her vision and leadership, she hopes to propel students, faculty and staff towards continued success while simultaneously upholding the University’s mantra ‘Learn with Purpose’ through all of the College’s initiatives. What was your […]
