Counseling is a profession built on empathy, patience, and the ability to support others through their most difficult moments. Yet those same qualities can leave counselors vulnerable to stress and exhaustion. Counselor burnout has become a widely recognized challenge, with research showing its impact on both professionals and the clients who rely on their care. […]
In recent years, the field of trauma counseling has undergone a profound transformation marked by expanding neurobiological insight, evolving cultural awareness, and increasingly sophisticated therapeutic approaches. Advanced trauma therapy techniques are no longer limited to the treatment room; they now intersect with emerging technologies, global research initiatives, and policy reform. For doctoral students pursuing a […]
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 […]
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 […]
Accelerated BSN programs can be an excellent opportunity for aspiring nurses to fast-track their education. With the potential to complete an accelerated BSN in as little as 16 months, students with an existing bachelor’s degree in another field can prepare to make the pivot to a rewarding career in nursing without committing to another four (or […]
Healing environment design is a strategic approach to interior architecture and interior design that promotes mental health benefits. Relying on environmental psychology principles, interior designers and architects specializing in holistic design work to create cohesive spaces that look beautiful and offer a peaceful and calming atmosphere for anyone who enters the room. Defining Interior Architecture and Well-Being The fact that interior spaces directly impact emotional […]
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 […]
Marymount alumna Delaney Carey ‘23 has been named the 2024 recipient of the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi’s Sherrill Carlson Fellowship. It is awarded to top-performing applicants in the humanities and arts and includes $35,000 for continuing education. Carey, who studied Criminal Justice and Psychology at Marymount, was chosen as the University’s Phi Kappa […]
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 […]
If you are at a crossroads as you try to choose between two graduate programs, why not consider a dual master’s degree? Universities that offer them curate and structure courses to make the most of your time and return on investment. You’d gain the knowledge and skills that will best position you in the […]
