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Earn Your Counseling Degree at Your Convenience

Bring about the change tomorrow needs today.

Pursue your passion of helping others achieve goals and overcome challenges by earning a degree that can open the door to a fulfilling career in counseling.

Mercer University offers a variety of graduate degree programs in counseling that prepare students with the advanced knowledge and capabilities to empower others in making informed choices and accomplishing their ambitions in a variety of settings and life stages.

Each program provides our graduates with a competitive edge that can lead to a promising career improving the lives of others.

Why Choose Mercer

Featured among “Colleges that Pay You Back” by The Princeton Review

Named among the “Best 389 Colleges” by The Princeton Review

Recognized as one of the “Best Colleges for Veterans” by U.S. News & World Report

95% pass rate achieved by Mercer counseling graduates on their first attempt of the national Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Examination (CPCE) in 2022

Choose the Counseling Program That's Right for You.

It’s more than a passion; it’s a calling. At Mercer, you’ll receive the education you need to facilitate growth among others in many different settings.

Choose from a variety of graduate counseling programs—designed to meet current market demands in growing industries. With classes offered online, in the evening, and on weekends on our Atlanta campus, you will find the flexibility, convenience, support, and opportunities that you need to succeed and achieve your goals.

Master’s Degree Programs

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S.*
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S./Master of Divinity (Combined Degree)*
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S./Master of Theological Studies (Combined Degree)*
• Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, M.S.*
• School Counseling, M.S.*

Program Format : Blended combination of online and in-person classes on Mercer’s Atlanta campus

Doctoral Degree Program

• Counselor Education and Supervision, Ph.D.*

Program Format : In-person, evening classes on Mercer’s Atlanta campus

*Our counseling programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).

Not sure which program is right for you? That’s okay. Choose “Undecided,” and a Mercer admissions counselor will chat with you to determine the best fit for your interests and goals.

If you’re seeking a bachelor’s degree program to prepare for master’s-level coursework in counseling, learn more about Mercer’s flexible  B.S. in Psychology .

Get the most from your Counseling degree.

At Mercer, we offer program features that make your educational experience more effective, efficient, convenient, and affordable.

Classes designed for your schedule. Programs are offered in a convenient format for working adults, including evening or a blended combination of in-person and online classes.

No test scores required. Apply to Mercer’s graduate counseling programs and be considered for admission without submitting MAT or GRE test scores.

Learn from exceptional faculty. Each graduate program is taught by highly-credentialed and accessible faculty that genuinely care about the success of every student.

Enjoy small class sizes. Get to know your professors and classmates and increase your learning opportunities with Mercer’s small classroom settings.

Receive continuous support. Students enjoy a personalized, supportive environment from orientation to graduation.

Begin class at your convenience. With multiple start dates for most programs, choose to start classes when it works best for you.

Apply for veteran benefits. Professional staff assistance is available for military-connected students and their families.

Reach a higher potential. Earning a Mercer degree is a recognition of achieving academic excellence and advanced career capabilities.

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Why mercer.

Mercer University is one of America’s oldest and most distinctive institutions of higher learning, with more than 9,000 students enrolled across 12 schools and colleges. We are ranked among the top tier of national research universities and have earned consistent recognition for our academic programs and educational opportunities.

For more than three decades, Mercer has led the way in helping students of all ages—with all different backgrounds from all over Georgia and beyond—find the personalized support and flexibility needed to make a Mercer education a reality. Because no matter who you are, what you’re looking to study, or wherever you want to go, Mercer is for you.

What are Mercer graduates saying?

“Mercer provided quality education and learning experiences that have prepared me to be successful in my career as a mental health counselor. I have been able to find meaningful employment opportunities and I am excited about what opportunities will emerge in the future.”

“We learn all of the theoretical knowledge we need for school counseling at Mercer and it’s great to actually get into schools and spend time with practicing school counselors, so we can learn what the profession is really like. We have the chance to take our knowledge into the world, practice, learn, and grow before we even finish the degree. That has made this degree so worthwhile and so meaningful.”

• Academic Programs
• Graduate and Professional
• Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Applicants seeking graduate admission must have a bachelor’s (undergraduate) degree with an acceptable grade point average from an accredited college or university. The degree may be in any discipline.

Have any questions about applying or the admissions process? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at 678.547.6417 or [email protected] .

Application checklist

Submit all of the following items to complete your application to the program:

• $35 Non-refundable Application Fee ($100 for International Applicants) Submit the required application fee in the form of a check or money order made payable to Mercer University . Do not send cash. The application fee is nonrefundable and cannot apply toward tuition. Former or current students of Mercer University need not submit another application fee.
• Official Transcripts from All Previously Attended Institutions Submit an official transcript from each college and university previously attended. Transcripts are required for both undergraduate (including summer school and studies abroad) and graduate course work, regardless of length of stay or if the grades are listed on another school’s transcript. Official electronic transcripts should be submitted to [email protected] . Former and current Mercer University students need not request a Mercer University transcript.
• Background Check Applicants must complete a background check. Please contact the Office of Graduate Admissions for additional details and instructions at [email protected] .
• Two Professional Letters of Recommendation Applicants must submit two (2) professional letters of recommendation that speak to the applicants’ aptitude and potential as a clinical mental health counselor.
• Current Résumé Applicants must submit a résumê that highlights any relevant vocational or volunteer experience.
• Goal Statement Applicants must submit an autobiographical statement outlining personal and professional experiences that have led to your decision to pursue a career as a clinical mental health counselor.

Submit all application supporting materials to:

Mercer University Office of Graduate Admissions College of Professional Advancement 3001 Mercer University Drive Atlanta, GA 30341

Admission decisions cannot be made until all application materials have been received.

Additional Requirements for International Applicants

• Copy of I-20 and I-94 if on an F-1 visa
• Copy of visa stamp and I-94 if on another type of visa
• Copy of Resident Alien card (front and back) if classified as a Resident Alien

Learn more about our Clinical Mental Health Counseling program

• M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Ready to take the next step?

Schedule  your personalized admissions counseling appointment, or contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at  678.547.6417  or  [email protected]  for more information.

• PsyD Program

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Mercer University is pleased to offer a professional program in psychology which awards the Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) degree. The program is offered on the Cecil B. Day Graduate and Professional Campus in Atlanta, Georgia.

The five-year program is designed to produce graduates who are eligible for licensure as practicing clinical psychologists, particularly in interdisciplinary healthcare settings. Mercer PsyD students are led by a distinguished faculty in a stimulating learning environment of integrated didactic courses and a variety of clinical rotations.

Clinical Training

Clinical practice provides students with conceptually and empirically based assessment, intervention, and consultation experiences. Students have the opportunity to review the list of program-approved placements and indicate their preferences. The Director of Clinical Training makes assignments, taking student preferences into account. Students are required to meet all clinical obligations, some of which occur on evenings and weekends, and during holidays breaks.

The Mercer PsyD Program offers a variety of outstanding clinical practicum opportunities for our students during the second, third, and fourth years in the program.  Students are required to complete three full years of practicum; each practicum placement is for 12 months, beginning in late August for most students. Practicum experiences involve supervised out-of-class training with clinical populations that take place within a variety of healthcare delivery systems throughout the metro-Atlanta area.  Practicum training provides an environment for students to apply theoretical knowledge, to practice implementation of techniques based on this knowledge, and to foster professional and personal attitudes important to the identity of a professional psychologist.

The Mercer University PsyD Program has established training partnerships with a variety of academic healthcare centers, hospitals, community mental health centers, correctional facilities, university counseling centers, and independent practices across a variety of specialties.  Students are given the opportunity to obtain generalized training to deliver basic and effective assessment and therapeutic intervention skills, as well as, advanced, specialized training in health psychology, neuropsychology, pediatric psychology, and forensic psychology.

During practicum, students are exposed to a wide range of patient populations in need of clinical services which are met through education, psychotherapy, and/or behavioral therapy for health-related issues ( ie , treatment adherence, stress, lifestyle change, etc.).  Clinical conditions that students gain exposure to include, but are not limited to, cognitive disorders, mood disorders, trauma-related disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, learning disorders, substance use disorders, co-morbid disorders, behavioral addictions ( ie , gambling, sex), and paraphilia, among others. In addition, students gain considerable training in conducting psychological evaluations for patients who are referred for many of the above noted conditions and for diagnostic clarity.  The Clinical Competency Examination (taken at the end of the third year) evaluates students’ understanding of, and skills in assessment and intervention, along with applicable ethical knowledge.

The internship of 2,000 hours is the culmination of clinical training. Students can apply to any APA-approved training site in the country. Intern supervisors provide evaluation of the student. Internships typically are salaried positions and last one calendar year.

Research Opportunities

Students have the opportunity to be actively involved in research throughout their graduate training. Faculty serve as research mentors and have a wide variety of research interests. Students can be involved in multiple research labs.

If you are interested in learning more about the application process and admissions requirements for the PsyD Program, please visit our  admissions website .

This program is designed to meet the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in the State of Georgia. Mercer University considers students enrolled in face-to-face programs to be located in Georgia.

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Mercer to Offer Two Advanced Degrees in Counseling in Atlanta

ATLANTA — Beginning in August, Mercer University’s College of Continuing and Professional Studies will welcome candidates into two post-master’s degree programs, including the College’s first Ph.D. program, on the University’s Cecil B. Day Graduate and Professional Campus. Pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, the College will offer the Educational Specialist in School Counseling degree, an advanced degree for school counselors, and the Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, which is only the second such program in the state of Georgia and is intended to produce counseling professors, researchers and leaders. 

“Adding these two graduate degrees to the College’s existing portfolio of master’s programs in clinical mental health and school counseling is a significant step for the College,” said Dr. Priscilla Danheiser, dean of the College of Continuing and Professional Studies. “Responding to the high demand for advanced degrees in counseling further demonstrates our commitment to preparing talented, effective and service-oriented individuals for the counseling profession.”   Educational Specialist

The Educational Specialist in School Counseling degree is designed to provide professional development for school counselors and educators seeking an advanced degree and to prepare candidates to become leaders, researchers and advocates for systemic change in the field of school counseling. Upon completion of all degree requirements, candidates with a Georgia S-5 level School Counselor certification will be eligible to upgrade to the Georgia S-6 level certification.

The Ed.S. is a 36-credit hour program and can be completed in a minimum of four semesters, including summer. The semesters include coursework, an internship, a comprehensive exam and a capstone project. The program is designed to be completed in two years for school counselors who elect to continue to work while attending classes. Classes meet once each week for 16-week sessions in the fall and spring and in eight-week sessions in the summer. Some classes will also be offered in a hybrid classroom-online format.   Applicants must hold a master’s degree in school counseling, counseling with a school counseling add-on, a counseling-related field, or education with a teaching related emphasis from a regionally accredited college or university.

The program’s application deadline is July 1. Information and application packets are available through the Web page, http://www2.mercer.edu/CAPS/Graduate+Programs/MCC/default.htm . Interested individuals may also contact Dr. Caroline M. Brackette, associate program coordinator of the Ed.S. program, at [email protected] or (678) 547-6058.

The Ph.D. program is designed for licensed professional counselors or school counselors who want to become professors and researchers in the field of counseling. The curriculum allows students to develop their professional areas of interest and will launch graduates on a path to leadership roles in counseling, as well as research and teaching opportunities in colleges and universities. The Ph.D. will be the University’s fifth; the other Ph.D. programs include Pharmaceutical Sciences, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, and Nursing Education.

The Ph.D. is highly sought after and fills a need in the state and across the country by providing highly trained counselors for the profession. The 84-semester-hour program will meet the advanced accreditation standards that will, beginning in 2013, require this specific degree for faculty in counseling programs across the country. The curriculum is also designed to help graduates develop advanced expertise in the application of theories and conceptual models to counselor education, supervision, practice and research; learn to conduct research that advances the field of counseling; evaluate the influences of ethical, social, political, demographic and economic issues on mental health care and counseling; and assume leadership roles in education, supervision, training, practice and research to improve mental health care and counseling.

The doctoral program is a professional extension of the Department of Counseling and Human Sciences core curriculum, which offers more specialized master’s and educational specialist degrees.  The master’s and educational specialist degrees are practitioner-oriented and prepare students for the majority of problems which they may encounter in the field. The Ph.D. will educate students to become researchers in the field of counseling, as well as professors and supervisors.

For more information on the program, contact Dr. David Lane, director of the Ph.D. program, at [email protected] or (678) 547-6301, or visit the program’s Web page, http://www2.mercer.edu/CAPS/PhD+Program/ .

About The College of Continuing and Professional Studies The College offers degree programs and lifelong learning opportunities for adults who seek leadership roles in their communities and beyond, professional transition and advancement, and lives that have meaning and purpose. The College offers undergraduate degree programs in organizational leadership, human resources administration and development, public safety, liberal studies (individualized), and human services, and graduate programs in counseling, school counseling, and public safety leadership. Its programs are offered on Mercer’s Macon and Atlanta campuses, at the University’s regional academic centers in Henry County, Douglas County and Eastman. Pending SACS approval, the College will begin offering programs this fall in Newnan.

About Mercer University Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a dynamic and comprehensive center of undergraduate, graduate and professional education. The University enrolls more than 8,000 students in 11 schools and colleges – liberal arts, law, pharmacy, medicine, business, engineering, education, theology, music, nursing and continuing and professional studies – on major campuses in Macon, Atlanta and Savannah and at three regional academic centers across the state. Mercer is affiliated with two teaching hospitals — Memorial University Medical Center in Savannah and the Medical Center of Central Georgia in Macon, and has educational partnerships with Warner Robins Air Logistics Center in Warner Robins and Piedmont Healthcare in Atlanta. The University operates an academic press and a performing arts center in Macon and an engineering research center in Warner Robins. Mercer is the only private university in Georgia to field an NCAA Division I athletic program. For more information, visit www.mercer.edu . — 30 —

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• M.S. in Counseling
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2024 — 2025 Estimated Cost of Attendance

The cost of attendance (COA) is the estimated total cost that a student can expect to incur while pursuing their graduate degree. The COA consists of both  direct costs  which are charges billed by the institution and indirect costs which are other costs students may incur during their period of enrollment.

The COA for the M.S. in Counseling programs is based on full-time enrollment in the fall ( 9 credits ) and spring ( 9 credits ) semesters and 9 months  for the period of enrollment.

Total Estimated Annual Direct Costs

Miscellaneous Fees (subject to change based on individual course requirements) Internship – $100 – $375 Practicum – $75 – $250 Fieldwork – $75 – $155 Lab Fee – $100 – $300/per course

*The Board of Trustees sets the annual tuition rate each academic year which typically increases 2-3% each year.

**The M.S. in Counseling programs require 60 credits.  Additional credits may be required for pre-requisite courses.

Total Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance

The total cost of attendance includes indirect costs which will not appear on your billing statement. However, students who contract with Mercer for housing or meal plans will have these costs reflected in their billing statements.

Students may receive financial aid up to the total cost of attendance each year.

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• Dr. Nik Volkov

Associate Professor of Finance

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• Ph.D., Florida Atlantic University, 2915
• MBA, Millersville University, 2007
• BA, International Studies, Millersville University, 2007
• Political Science, Peoples Friendship University, Moscow, Russia 1999-2001
• Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA®)
• Master Analyst in Financial Forensics (MAFF®)

Dr. Nik Volkov is an Associate Professor of Finance. He teaches classes in corporate finance, financial analytics, international finance, investments, mergers and acquisitions, capital budgeting, and venture funding at the undergraduate and graduate levels. In addition to the courses taught at the university, Dr. Volkov has taught a number of continuing legal education courses on the topic of calculation of economic damages in civil litigation. Dr. Volkov holds a Certified Valuation Analyst and a Master Analyst in Financial Forensics certifications by the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts.

Courses Taught

• Principles of Finance (U)
• Corporation Finance (G)
• Investment Analysis (U)
• Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management (G)
• Financial Analytics (G)
• International Economics and Finance (U, G)
• Corporate Restructuring via Mergers and Acquisitions (G)
• Venture Funding (G)
• Capital Budgeting (G)

Memberships

• Vice President, National Association of Forensic Accounting
• American Finance Association
• Financial Management Association
• Southern Finance Association
• Academy of Financial Services
• Southern Economics Association
• National Association of Forensic Economics
• National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts

Professional Interests

• Forensic Economics and Finance
• Investments

Other Interests

• Spending Time with His Kids
• Growing Coral Reef in His Aquarium

Recent Publications

• Agapova, A. and Volkov, N., 2021. Tax-Induced Trading: the Effect of Capital Gain Tax Changes. The Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance , 79, pp. 245-259.
• Timmerman, I. and Volkov, N., 2021. Education, Career Choice, and Financial Planning: Implications for Financial Planners. Journal of Financial Planning , 34(2), pp. 64-67.
• Agapova, A., Madura, J, and Volkov, N., 2020. Information Leakage of ADRs Prior to Company Issued Guidance, Research in International Business and Finance , 54, 101304.
• Timmerman, I. and Volkov, N., 2020. Career and education choice as the central elements of wealth maximization. Financial Services Review , 28(3) pp. 179-200.
• Adams, A. F., and Volkov, N., 2020. The effect of COVID-19 on business valuation. The Family Law Review .
• Agapova, A. and Volkov, N., 2019. “Guidance on strategic information: investor-management disagreement and firm intrinsic value.”  Journal of Banking and Finance,  108, 105632.
• Volkov, N.I., 2018. “Assessing Economic Damages in Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Litigation: The State of South Carolina.”  Journal of Forensic Economics,  27(2), pp. 179-191.
• Chira, I. and Volkov, N.I., 2017. “The Choice of Sale Method and its Consequences in Mergers and Acquisitions.”  The Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance,  63, pp. 170-184.
• Volkov, N.I. and Yuhn, K.H., 2016. “Oil Price Shocks and Exchange Rate Movements.”  Global Finance Journal,  31, pp. 18-30.
• Volkov, N.I., Chira, I., and Premti, A., 2016. “Who is successful on the finance Ph.D. job market?”  Journal of Corporate Finance,  37, pp. 109-131.
• Volkov, N.I. and Smith, G.C., 2015. “Corporate diversification and firm value during economic downturns.”  The Quarterly Review of Economics and Finance,  55, pp. pp. 160-175.

Awards/Recognitions

• 2019, Featured Member,  The Forecast,  a seasonal publication of  The National Association of Forensic Economics
• 2019, Young Alumni Achievement Award, Millersville University
• 2019, 40 under 40 in the Valuation World, National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts
• 2017, Exemplary Faculty Award, Mercer University
• 2016, ETF Research Academy Grant, Paris-Dauphine House of Finance and Lyxor Asset Management
• 2014, FMA Doctoral Student Consortium, Financial Management Association International
• 2011-2012, FAU Presidential Doctoral Fellowship, Florida Atlantic University

Contact Dr. Volkov

[email protected]

3100 Mercer University Drive Atlanta, GA 30341 Stetson Hatcher School of Business, Room 256

College of Education

Welcome to Mercer University’s College of Education

At Mercer, we are committed to the pursuit of excellence in every aspect of educator preparation. With a variety of degree and certification programs for aspiring teachers and those with experience in the field, the Tift College of Education prepares our students to make a difference in the classroom, in the community, and around the world.

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What's your goal.

I want to become a certified teacher.

If you do not currently hold a bachelor’s degree or if you hold a degree that did not lead to teaching certification, explore your options to gain initial teacher certification.

I want to upgrade my Georgia educator certificate.

For teachers who currently hold standard renewable teacher certification, prepare to further hone your skills and expertise to take on a new role at your school.

I want to advance my career in P–12 educational leadership.

For educators seeking to enter or advance within educational leadership, prepare to lead the way in P-12 public or independent schools and systems.

I want to advance my career in higher education.

If you would like to establish or continue growing your career in higher education, take a look at our higher education leadership programs.

I want to pursue a career in instructional design.

For individuals seeking to enter or advance within instructional design and technology, prepare to develop your skills for a new role.

I want to become a school counselor.

If you would like to facilitate academic achievement, personal and social growth, and career development for students of all ages and abilities, explore Mercer’s Master of Science in School Counseling.

After graduating from Mercer, my Mercer mentor worked with me to ensure I was successful in my own classroom by coming to observe me in action and provide me with feedback, by providing me with resources to meet the needs of all my students, and by supporting me through my teaching journey.

Shakevia Robinson M.A.T. in Secondary Education, ’18 | Ed.S. in Teacher Leadership, ‘21 Eighth Grade Math Teacher, Stockbridge Middle School

Tift College helped develop and prepare me for a classroom of my own through its exceptional hands-on curriculum and field experiences. I am forever thankful for professors who guided me and taught me so much in my time at Mercer.

Kasey Thom B.S.Ed. Elementary/Special Education – The Holistic Child '20 First Grade Teacher, Springdale Elementary School

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Mercer University has been preparing leaders who make a difference in their professions, their communities and the world since 1833. Here are some of Mercer’s more notable alumni.

• Steve Berry , LAW 1980; popular best-selling author of 19 novels including several New York Times bestsellers.
• Buford Boone , CLA 1929; Pulitzer Prize-winning newspaper writer (1957), recognized for editorials against segregation.
• David Bottoms , CLA 1971; HON 2005, award-winning poet and former Georgia Poet Laureate.
• Baciliky Andris “Betty” Cantrell , while a student in Mercer’s Townsend School of Music, was crowned Miss Georgia 2015 and Miss America 2016.
• John Couric , CLA 1941; former United Press International editor and journalism professor; daughter, Katie, is anchor for television and online news.
• Josiah Crudup , 1923; helped build the original radio tower and establish WMAZ at Macon, former president of Brenau College.
• Milton Cruz , CLA 1982; chairman, president and chief executive officer of MedHoldings Inc. MedHolding’s affiliated entities serve as health care real estate investment vehicles, managers, owners and operators of health care facilities in Puerto Rico, Georgia and Florida. MedHoldings specializes in the acquisition of assisted living Facilities (ALFs), memory care communities and other health care related entities.
• Harry Stillwell Edwards , LAW 1876, HON DIV LIT 1923; former editor of the Macon Telegraph; author of 19 books including the Southern classic Eneas Africanus.
• Barry P. Fanaro , CLA 1975; Hollywood screenwriter ( Men in Black II, Kingpin, I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry, The Golden Girls ).
• Searcy Garrison , CLA 1934; served as executive director of the Georgia Baptist Convention and was instrumental in convincing GBC that Mercer must have academic freedom.

• Terrell Griffin , CLA 1966, LAW 1968; practicing attorney; member of American Board of Trial Advocates; holds a U.S. Coast Guard 100 Ton Masters License; author of three best-selling mystery novels, Longboat Blues (2005), Murder Key (2006) and Blood Island (2008) .
• Rufus Carrollton Harris , CLA 1917; dean of Mercer Law School, 1925-1927, and Tulane Law School, 1927-1937; president of Tulane University, 1939-1960; president of Mercer University, 1960-1979; co-authored the G.I. Bill.
• Dr. Harville Hendrix , CLA 1957, HON 1991: co-author of 11 books including the best-selling Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples , international speaker, clinical trainer and noted couples therapist.
• Budge Huskey , CLA 1981; served as president and chief executive officer of Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC until 2016.
• John F. Hogan Jr. , 1940; founding president of the Radio and Television News Directors Association, the world’s largest organization devoted to broadcast journalism.
• Malcolm Malone Johnson , 1926; Pulitzer Prize-winning author (1949); his reports were the basis for On the Waterfront , which starred Marlon Brando.
• Anne B. Kerr, CLA 1976; president of Florida Southern College.
• William Heard Kilpatrick , CLA 1901; career educator; acting president of Mercer University, 1903-1905; co-founder and trustee of Bennington College in Vermont.
• Landrum P. Leavell , CLA 1948; president of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1975-1995.
• Andrew Light , CLA 1989; moral philosopher; author and editor of 17 books on environmental ethics, philosophy of technology and aesthetics.
• James Thomas “Tom” McAfee III , BUS 2000; chairman and president of Hallmark Systems Inc., a Georgia-based health care corporation. The McAfee family, including Tom’s parents, Carolyn Townsend McAfee and the late James T. McAfee Jr., provided founding endowments for Mercer’s McAfee School of Theology and Townsend School of Music.
• Reg Murphy , CLA 1955, HON 1975; former president and vice chairman of National Geographic Society; former publisher of the Baltimore Sun ; former editor and publisher of the San Francisco Examiner ; and former editor of the Atlanta Journal-Constitutio n; author of Uncommon Sense: The Achievement of Griffin Bell.
• Christine Negroni , internationally recognized aviation safety expert, investigative journalist, travel writer, book author, blogger and on-camera contributor for ABC News.
• George P. Oslin , CLA 1920; former Western Union executive; invented the singing telegram in 1933.
• Lyman Ray Patterson , CLA 1949, LAW 1957; noted law professor and copyright scholar; former dean, of the University of Georgia School of Law.
• Jack Perry, CLA ‘1951; formerly with U.S. Foreign Service-Moscow, NATO headquarters and Paris; former deputy chief of mission in Prague Stockholm and Bulgaria; former U.S. ambassador to Bulgaria.
• James W. Rachels , CLA 1962; moral philosopher, university professor and author; best known for his writing on euthanasia.
• Ferrol Sams , CLA 1942; widely read Southern author noted for Run with the Horsemen and Whisper of the River , the sequel where he writes about his days at Mercer through the eyes of his main character, Porter Osborne, at Willingham University.
• Robert A. Sauerberg Jr. , BUS 1990; president of Conde Nast.
• Patrick Shannon , BUSA MBA 1987; vice president and treasurer of Ingersoll Rand.
• Neil Skene , LAW 1977; president and publisher of Congressional Quarterly , 1990-1997.
• George McIntosh Sparks , CLA 1909 (AB), 1929 (MA), HON LLD 1933; founded Georgia State University (1955).
• Eugene W. Stetson , CLA 1901, HON LAW 1933; Macon native; Stetson joined Guaranty Trust Company of New York in 1916 as vice president at age 35 and eventually became its president and chairman. Stetson is considered one of the nation’s great financial magnates of the 20th century. Mercer’s Stetson School of Business and Economics was named in his honor in 1984.
• Steve Stoler , CLA 1980; news reporter for WFAA in Dallas, Texas; noted for his coverage of the Branch Davidian Siege in Waco, Texas.
• Jack W. Tarver , CLA 1938; publisher of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution , 1958-1976; chairman of the Associated Press, 1977-1983; namesake of the Jack Tarver Library on the Macon campus.
• Corbett H. Thigpen , CLA 1946, MD; discovered “Eve,” who had multiple personalities; wrote Three Faces of Eve .
• Ellis Paul Torrance , CLA 1940; educator known for pioneering research in creativity; namesake of the Torrance Center for Creativity and Talent Development.
• William Tryon , 1835; member of Mercer’s first graduating class; traveled to Texas as a missionary and was one of three founders of Baylor University, along with Judge R.E.B. Baylor and James Huckins.
• Phil Walden , CLA 1962; music pioneer and founder of Capricorn Records; discovered Otis Redding and represented The Allman Brothers.

• Andrea Congreaves , CLA 1994; Mercer’s only consensus All-American in basketball.
• Wesley Duke, BUS 2004; former tight end for the Denver Broncos; 2005 AFC West Champions, after starting in basketball at Mercer.
• Big James Henderson , PEN 1994; power-lifter who competed in the International Powerlifting Federation and won five world bench press titles from 1994 to 1998.
• Kyle Alexander Lewis , professional baseball outfielder for the Seattle Mariners organization; a first-round draft pick after his junior year at Mercer; 2016 Golden Spikes Award recipient.
• Sam Mitchell , CLA 1985; former head coach of the Toronto Raptors of the National Basketball Association, 2004-2008; selected as the 2007-2008 NBA Coach of the Year; 13-year playing career in the NBA.
• Bill Yoast , CLA 1949; high school football coach made famous in the film Remember the Titans.
• Numerous Mercerians have been Major League Baseball players.

Health, Medicine, Pharmacy

• Leila Denmark , Tift 1922; nationally-renowned pediatrician who practiced medicine past her 100th birthday.

• Dr. Donald Ervin Baxter , CLA 1965; orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle medicine and one of America’s leading experts in nerve compression syndromes. Dr. Baxter in 1984 first described the condition that would become “Baxter’s nerve entrapment.” While a member of the men’s basketball team, he was the roommate of Sam Oni, Mercer’s first Black student. In 1990, he was named to the Silver Anniversary All-America team by the National Collegiate Athletic Association. He also received the prestigious NCAA Silver Anniversary Award.
• Edward J. Schutter Jr. , B.S. Pharm. 1977, MBA; founder and CEO of Arbor Pharmaceuticals Inc.
• Dr. Melinda D. Screws , MED 1993; served as a lieutenant colonel in the United States Air Force. As a pilot, she served in the Iraqi war in 2008, and then joined NASA, working with flight surgeons to support the shuttle program. She now serves as a physician for the Veteran’s Administration in Dublin, Georgia.
• John T. Sherrer , B.S. Pharm. 1977; 2014-2015 president of the Board of Trustees for the National Community Pharmacists Association; former president of Georgia Pharmacy Association; former president of Georgia State Board of Pharmacy.
• Hon. J. Ron Stephens , B.S. Pharm. 1978; Georgia State House of Representatives; Chairman of the House Economic Development and Tourism Committee.
• Harris Adams , CLA 1970, LAW 1971; former Judge, Georgia Court of Appeals.
• Griffin B. Bell , LAW 1948, HON 1967; Judge, United States Court of Appeals, 1962-1976; 72nd Attorney General of the United States, 1977-1979.
• John Sammons Bell , CLA 1937; Judge, Georgia Court of Appeals, 1960-1979; Chief Judge, Georgia Court of Appeals, 1969-1979.
• Reason Chesnutt Bell , LAW 1902, HON LLD 1936; Chief Justice, Georgia Supreme Court, 1943-1946; Associate Justice, 1932-1943 and 1946-1949; Judge, Georgia Court of Appeals, 1922-1932.
• Michael Boggs , LAW 1990, Chief Justice, Georgia Supreme Court, 2021 – present.
• William Augustus “Gus” Bootle , CLA 1925, LAW 1925, HON 1982; Federal District Judge, 1954-2005; ordered the first admission of an African-American to the University of Georgia in 1961; federal courthouse in Macon, Ga., named in his honor.
• Harrold Carswell , LAW 1980; Judge, United States Court of Appeals, 1969-1970; unsuccessful nominee to the United States Supreme Court, 1970.
• Linton M. Collins , CLA 1921 (AB) CLASS 1921 (MA); Judge, United States Court of Claims, 1964-1972.
• Brainerd Currie , LAW 1935; law professor; noted conflict of laws scholar who developed the characterization concept of governmental interest analysis.
• Thomas Hoyt Davis , CLA 1939, LAW 1940; Senior Judge, Federal District Court for the Middle District of Georgia, 1945-1969.
• Sara L. Doyle , LAW 1994; Chief Judge, Georgia Court of Appeals.

• Beverly D. Evans Jr. , CLA 1881; Georgia Supreme Court Justice, 1904-1917; Federal District Judge for the Southern District of Georgia, 1917-1922.
• Albert John Henderson , LAW 1947; Judge, United States Court of Appeals, 1979-1999; Judge, Federal District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, 1968-1979.
• Yvette Miller , CLA 1977, LAW 1980; Chief Judge, Georgia Court of Appeals; first African-American woman to serve on the court and the first African-American woman to serve as chief judge.
• Carlton Mobley , CLA 1928, LAW 1928; Chief Justice, Georgia Supreme Court, 1972-1974; Associate Justice, 1954-1972; United States Representative, Georgia’s 6th Congressional district, 1932-1933.
• Louis Sands , CLA 1971, LAW 1974; Chief Judge, Federal District Court for the Middle District of Georgia; first African-American to serve on the court.
• Jay Sekulow , CLA 1977, LAW 1980; chief counsel, American Center for Law and Justice and the European Centre for Law and Justice.
• Evett Simmons , LAW 1982; former president, National Bar Association.
• Hugh Thompson , LAW 1969; retired Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice.
• Marc Treadwell , LAW 1981; U.S. District Judge.
• Lin Wood Jr. , CLA 1974, LAW 1977; nationally-recognized attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. He represented the late Richard Jewell, the security guard falsely accused in the Centennial Olympic Park bombing in Atlanta in 1996. Wood has represented a number of high-profile clients including John and Patsy Ramsey, parents of JonBenét Ramsey; Herman Cain; former Congressman Gary Condit; and Dr. Phil.
• Ross William Crossley , CLA 1960; Brigadier General, U.S. Army – Commanding General, V Corps Artillery, 1983-1985; Chief of Staff, V Corps, 1985-1988.

• Richard E. Hawes , LAW 1915; Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy – commanded several vessels during World War II; recipient of the Navy Cross; namesake of the USS Hawes.
• Michael L. Howard , CLA 1986; Colonel, U.S. Army – Commander, 4th Brigade (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, the only airborne brigade in the Pacific Theater.
• Claude M. Kicklighter , CLA 1955; Lieutenant General, U.S. Army – Commanding General, Pacific, 1989-1991; after military retirement, served in senior civilian positions in the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs; Assistant Secretary, Department of Veterans Affairs, 2001-2005; Inspector General, Department of Defense, 2007-2008.
• Charles Stewart Rodeheaver , TIFT 1985; Brigadier General, U.S. Army – Deputy Commanding General, U.S. Army.
• William T. Thielemann , CLA 1967; Brigadier General, U.S. Army – Commander, 48th Infantry Brigade (Mechanized), Georgia Army National Guard, 1995-1997.
• George J. Walker , CLA 1956; Brigadier General, U.S. Army – Assistant Chief of Staff for Intelligence, U.S. Army Forces Command, 1987-1989; member, Military Intelligence Hall of Fame.
• Perry L. Wiggins , CLA 1983; Lieutenant General, U.S. Army – Commanding General, U.S. Army North (Fifth Army), and Senior Commander, Fort Sam Houston and Camp Bullis.
• Blanton Winship , CLA, 1889, LAW; Major General, U.S. Army – First Judge Advocate General of the Army (TJAG), 1931-1933; Governor of Puerto Rico, 1934-1939.
• Ellis Arnall , CLA 1924; Governor of Georgia, 1943-1946.
• Doug Barnard , CLA 1943, LAW 1948; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 10th Congressional district, 1977-1993.
• Allen D. Candler , 1859; Governor of Georgia, 1898-1902;U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 9th Congressional district, 1883-1891; namesake of Candler County, Georgia.

• Edward E. Cox , LAW 1902; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 2nd Congressional district, 1925-1952.
• Nathan Deal , CLA 1964, LAW 1966; U.S. Representative, 1992-2010; Georgia’s 82nd Governor, 2011.
• Walter C. Dowling , CLA 1925; U.S. Ambassador to South Korea, 1956-1959; U.S. Ambassador to West Germany, 1959-1963.
• Robert W. Everett , U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 7th Congressional district, 1891-1893.
• Walter F. George , CLA 1900, LAW 1901; U.S. Senator from Georgia, 1922-1957, served as president pro tempore, 1955-1957; namesake of Mercer’s Law School.
• Thomas W. Hardwick , 1892; United States Senator from Georgia, 1915-1919; Governor of Georgia, 1921-1923; as Governor, appointed Rebecca L. Felton as the first female U.S. Senator.
• Richard B. Hubbard , 1851; Governor of Texas, 1876-1879; U.S. Ambassador to Japan, 1885-1889.
• William D. Jelks, 1876; Governor of Alabama, 1901-1907.
• Thomas Goodwin Lawson , 1855, HON 1908; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 8th Congressional district, 1891-1897.
• Rufus Ezekiel Lester , CLA 1857, AM 1860; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 1st Congressional district, 1889-1906.
• Henry Dickerson McDaniel , CLA 1856; Governor of Georgia, 1883-1886.
• Charles L. Moses , U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 4th Congressional district, 1891-1897.
• William J. Northen , 1853; Governor of Georgia, 1890-1894; president, Southern Baptist Convention, 1899-1901; served as a Mercer trustee for 44 years, 1869-1913.
• James W. Overstreet , 1888; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 1st Congressional district, 1906-1907 and 1917-1923.
• John W. Oxendine , CLA 1984, LAW 1987; served four terms as Georgia Insurance Commissioner.
• Homer C. Parker , LAW 1908; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 1st Congressional district, 1931-1935.
• John Peyton , CLA 1986; Former Mayor of Jacksonville, Fla., 2003-2011; current president of Gate Petroleum.
• Charles “Jack” Pritchard , CLA 1972; U.S. Ambassador and Special Envoy for Negotiations to North Korea, 2001-2003.
• Dwight Laing Rogers , LAW 1910; U.S. Representative, Florida’s 6th Congressional district, 1945-1954.
• William J. Sears , U.S. Representative, Florida’s 4th Congressional district, 1915-1929; U.S. Representative, an at-large Florida district, 1933-1937.
• Chauncey Sparks , CLA 1907, LAW 1910; Governor of Alabama, 1943-1947.
• Malcolm Conner Tarver , LAW 1904; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 7th Congressional district, 1927-1947.
• Sandra L. Thurman , CAS 1992; director, Office of National AIDS Policy, 1997-2001; the first Presidential Envoy for AIDS Cooperation, 2000-2001; referred to as the nation’s “AIDS czar” in the administration of President Bill Clinton.
• Carl Vinson , LAW 1902; U.S. Representative for more than 50 years, 1914-1965; long-time Chairman, House Armed Services Committee; has been called the “patriarch of the armed services” and the “father of the two-ocean navy;” namesake of the USS Carl Vinson.
• William S. West , AB 1875, LAW 1875; U.S. Senator from Georgia, 1914-1914.
• Mark Wilcox , LAW 1910; U.S. Representative, Florida’s 4th Congressional district, 1933-1939.
• John S. Wood , LAW 1910; U.S. Representative, Georgia’s 9th Congressional district, 1931-1935 and 1945-1953; Chairman, House Un-American Activities Committee, 1949-1953.
• 12 Mercerians have served as governors, for the states of Alabama, Georgia, New Hampshire and Texas and of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Other Public Service

• John Birch , CLA 1939; missionary and spy in China during World War II; namesake of the John Birch Society.
• Charles Kelsey Dozier , CLA 1903; missionary and founder of Seinan Gakuin University in Japan.

• Truett Gannon , CLA 1951; influential Baptist minister; chairman of Truett-McConnell College Board of Trustees, 1985-1987; chairman of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Board of Trustees, 1987-1990; president of Georgia Baptist Convention, 1990-1992.
• A. L. Miller, Sr., LAW 1905 , attorney and municipal court judge in Calhoun County, Georgia; served twice in the Georgia House of Representatives; served in the Georgia State Senate for the 9 th District; served several terms as Mayor of Edison, Georgia, served as trustee for Norman Junior College and Edison Public School; moderated the Bethel Baptist Association for 25 years; authored “History of the Bethel Association” in 1934.
• Louie D. Newton , CLA 1913; influential Baptist minister; president of Southern Baptist Convention, 1947-1948; president of Georgia Baptist Convention, 1950-1951; pastor of Druid Hills Baptist Church in Atlanta for more than 40 years; namesake of Mercer’s Newton Chapel.
• Lamar R. Plunkett , CLA 1931; past chair of University System of Georgia Board of Regents; past chair, of Mercer Board of Trustees; former Georgia state senator; namesake of the Lamar R. Plunkett Lecture Series at the University of West Georgia; namesake of the Lamar R. Plunkett Award presented by the Southern Regional Education Board.
• Dr. Ed Roberts , MED M.D. 1986; according to the New York Times, made an early and enduring contribution to modern computing. He created the MITS Altair 8800, the world’s first commercially successful, mass-produced personal computer. Some historians say Dr. Roberts deserves to be recognized as the inventor of the personal computer. Dr. Roberts left the computer business and was a member of the first graduating class of the Mercer School of Medicine and practiced rural medicine in Cochran, Ga.
• Steadman Vincent Sanford , AB 1890, HM (LLD) 1932; former chancellor, University System of Georgia; namesake of Sanford Stadium at the University of Georgia.

Suggestions for the Notable Alumni list may be submitted to [email protected] . Additions to and deletions from the list are made at the discretion of the University.

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Mailing Address: College of Graduate Studies University of Idaho 875 Perimeter Drive MS 3017 Moscow, ID 83844-3017

Phone: 208-885-2647

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Online Master’s and Doctoral Programs List

The University of Idaho’s online graduate degrees reflect our mission of making education accessible across the state and nation and responding to changing employment demands. Delivering the quality instruction expected of a research university, our online master’s and doctoral programs are taught by our esteemed faculty members and build upon our century-old reputation as an educational leader in the Northwest. 

Online graduate students can earn a degree from one of our top-ranked national programs around their existing obligations and have access to the same opportunities and resources, including the on-campus library, research projects, scholarships, and teaching assistantships. If you’ve thought about returning to school but require more flexibility due to your full-time job and raising a family, advance your career with any of the programs listed here.

Available via online or distance learning: 

• Climate Change , P.S.M.
• Geographic Information Skills, Mapping, and Monitoring , P.S.M.
• Gerontology, (M.S.)
• Precision Nutrition for Human and Animal Health , P.S.M.
• Scientific Communication and Leadership , Certificate
• Sustainable Soil and Land Systems , P.S.M.
• Water Resources , P.S.M.

College of Business and Economics

• Online Master of Business Administration , M.B.A.
• Adult Organizational Learning and Leadership , M.S.
• Educational Leadership , M.Ed.
• Curriculum and Instruction , M.Ed.
• Physical Education , M.Ed.
• Special Education , M.Ed.
• Education , Ed.D., Ph.D. (may vary from all to mostly online)

Engineering

• Advanced Semiconductor Design
• Civil Engineering , M.Engr.
• Computer Engineering , M.S., M.Engr.
• Computer Science , M.S.
• Cybersecurity , M.S.
• Electrical Engineering , M.S., M.Engr.
• Engineering Management , M.Engr.
• Geological Engineering, , M.S.
• High-Speed Circuits and Systems , Certificate
• Mechanical Engineering , M.Engr.
• Power System Protection and Relaying, Certificate
• Secure and Dependable Computing Systems, Certificate
• Smart Grid Cybersecurity
• Technology Management , M.S.

Letters, Arts and Social Sciences

• Criminology , M.S.
• Emerging Media , M.A.
• Music , M.Mus.
• Media Production , Certificate
• Public Administration , M.P.A.
• Psychology: Human Factors , M.S.
• Theatre Arts , MFA
• Strategic Media Management , Certificate

Natural Resources and Environmental Science

• Environmental Science, M.S.
• Environmental Education and Science Communication, Certificate
• Master of Natural Resources, M.N.R.
• Fire Ecology, Management and Technology , Certificate
• Remote Sensing of the Environment, Certificate
• Geographic Information Science: Geospatial Aspects of Sustainable Planning Application , M.S.
• Geographic Information Science: Geospatial Habitat Assessment Application , M.S.
• Geographic Information Science: Geospatial Intelligence Application , M.S.
• Geographic Information Science: Geotechnician Application , M.S.
• Geographic Information Science: GIS Programming Application , M.S.
• Geographic Information Science: Natural Hazards and Emergency Planning Application , M.S.
• Statistical Science , M.S. 
• Teaching Mathematics , M.A.T.

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Distance Learning Versus Online Graduate Degrees

U of I’s online graduate degrees utilize two distinct formats. Online learning uses pre-recorded, or asynchronous, lectures that students can then review on their own time. Distance learning simulates a real-time virtual classroom. Wherever an online student is located, they have direct access to a traditional classroom environment where they can interact and participate in discussions with their fellow students and instructors.

The Benefits of U of I’s Online Graduate Programs 

Whichever online degree you begin, being an online learning student at U of I comes with a host of benefits.

• Flexibility: We design our online master’s and doctoral programs around the schedules of working adults, allowing you to maintain existing employment, family, and seasonal commitments without altering your schedule or taking a hit in income.
• Quality: We’re one of the region’s most respected research universities. Whether the class is pre-recorded or virtual, our leading faculty members deliver the same depth and detail of instruction that you expect in an on-campus classroom.
• Place-Based Degrees: Especially where research is concerned, our faculty members partner with regional organizations to support our online graduate students as they complete a place-based thesis or non-thesis research project. You, in turn, can conduct guided research relevant to your geographic region without ever setting foot on campus and may even be able to do so through your existing employer.
• Scholarships: Many erroneously believe that scholarships are off the table to online graduate students. Supporting your endeavors and professional growth, the University of Idaho has opened up teaching assistant opportunities and place-based scholarships to online students.
• Affordability: No matter where you are in the country or world, all online courses for master’s and doctoral programs are charged at our in-state rate. 
• Ahead of the Curve: The University of Idaho championed distance learning ahead of everyone else with our innovative Engineering Outreach program. We introduced these degrees over 35 years ago, and while we’ve adjusted delivery methods to available technologies, our commitment toward advancing your career through quality education has not wavered.

Learn More About U of I’s Online Graduate Degrees

Thinking about enrolling in an online graduate degree program? To get your questions answered, reach out to the College of Graduate Studies by email or by phone at 208-885-2647, or request additional information today .

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Dr. Rand Walker is the co-founder (along Dr. Tim Rehnberg) of Educational & Psychological Services (EPS) which was established in 1993. Dr. Walker has taught at both regional universities as clinical faculty and published in the areas of anxiety and advanced techniques in psychotherapy (including chapters in the Encyclopedia of Psychotherapy). Although all of the clinical staff are generalists (i.e. qualified to treat a broad range of issues and disorders) he has established a notable reputation for anxiety disorders as well as childhood disorders. He has a doctorate from the California School of Professional Psychology (now Alliant International University), a post-doctoral fellowship from Washington State University, and formal post-doctoral training in school psychology from the University of Idaho. Dr. Walker also founded the University of Idaho Child and Youth Study Center that provides assessments and consultations for children (at the Center of Disabilities and Human Development). He is also a musician playing guitar and singing with his group "Jon and Rand and Band."

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Stephen Bergdahl, Ph.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides psychotherapy in addition to a wide variety of educational and neurocognitive assessment services. He earned a Ph.D. and M.A. through the California School of Professional Psychology in Fresno, CA and published a dissertation titled The Mediating Effects of Spirituality Between Negative Life Events and Trauma-Based Symptoms, and he is published in the Journal of Traumatic Stress. Prior to professional psychological studies and practice, Dr. Bergdahl served for five years as a high school teacher in the biological sciences, including a pioneer neuroscience high school course. In addition to expertise in the psychological realm, Dr. Bergdahl is familiar with the education system and its demands for social, emotional, and learning disability assessment and support. He has a background in neurobiology from the University of California, Davis, and his current practice is informed by brain-based neurological research. Overall, he possesses a unique set of skills that make him effective as a psychotherapy and assessment clinician.

Angela Stone, Psy.D.

Angela holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Central Michigan University. Both her graduate school program and her predoctoral internship site were accredited by the American Psychological Association. Her primary approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, but she is also trained in and implements additional treatment modalities, which incorporate best practices and focus on the best outcome for each client. She specializes in treating an array of anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship issues. Dr. Stone has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings since 1994 and works primarily with adults and adolescents who are 15 years of age and above. Angela believes in working in partnership with clients, utilizing their strengths to help them understand their challenges and achieve their goals.

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Glenn Vaughn is a licensed clinical professional counselor. His undergraduate work was done at Westmont College, a private Christian liberal arts school in California. Post graduate work was through the University of Idaho and he is licensed in the State of Idaho. Mr. Vaughn considers himself a general practitioner with particular interests in couples counseling, EMDR, depression and anxiety. The ages of his clients range from seventeen to seventy-one years.

David Wait, M.D.

Dr. David Wait was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and is a graduate of Augustana College. He obtained his medical degree at the University of South Dakota School of Medicine. His residency was at the Psychiatric Research Institute and its affiliated University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. David has over 30 years' experience in psychiatry, with special interest in strengths and wellness-based treatment. He brings a valuable combination of extensive expertise and empathy in a practice that instills hope to people with mental health challenges while maximizing their strengths and personal growth. His approach is to empower patients to make and practice choices that lead to improved health and well-being, using an integrative model that recognizes that mental, physical, social, and spiritual health are one. Following residency training, Dr. Wait continued to work in research and program development as projects director for the Arkansas Mental Health Research and Training Institute, focusing on developing, researching, implementing, and then teaching novel strengths focused care for people with mental illness for the first 12 years of his career. Following this, Dr. Wait moved with his wife and 3 children to beautiful Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. He has been in clinical practice and leadership roles in the area since. In this work, Dr. Wait successfully helped people from all walks of life with a diverse range of emotional, psychiatric, and substance abuse challenges. Dr. Wait is board certified as a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association. He is licensed to practice medicine in Idaho and Washington.

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Heather Lannigan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both Idaho and Washington. She received her undergraduate degree at Washington State University and her Graduate degree from Eastern Washington University. Heather enjoys providing mental health counseling to people of all ages across their life span. While her primary therapy approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she is also trained in other treatment modalities which help to aid people in their overall treatment goals. Living on the Palouse for the last 25 years has allowed Heather to raise her family and enjoy all this region has to offer. 

Abby Lawton, M.Ed., Ed.S.

Abigail Lawton is a counselor focused on working with children and adolescents. She earned her Master of Education degree through Montana State University and then pursued a Master of Education Specialist degree through Eastern Washington University. Before professional psychological practice, Abigail was a school counselor and school psychologist and is very familiar with the education system. Abigail is passionate about educating youth on mental health and aiding them in developing the skills they need for success.  

Janna Thompson, M.A.

Janna Thompson is an accomplished educator with extensive experience and expertise in the field of teaching and instructional methods. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s in Secondary Education, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Philosophy in Psychology, demonstrating her commitment to advancing the field of education through both research and practical application. In addition to her academic pursuits, Janna possesses a profound passion for teaching and psychology and is dedicated to empowering students to reach their full potential. Her long-term aspiration is to teach at a professional level and transition into the realm of therapy and psychology, reflecting her steadfast commitment to the well-being and success of students and people.

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