The Empowerment Lab is led by Dawn Johnson, Ph.D., from the Counseling Psychology Program faculty, and made up of graduate and undergraduate students from the University of Akron. Learn more about our current students and alumni.
For applicants applying to the Counseling Psychology Doctoral Program, Dr. Johnson is taking students for the next academic year!
Research Interests: treatment of PTSD in survivors of intimate partner violence, gender-based victimization, the intersection of gender-based victimization and HIV in cis and trans gender women, the intersection of gender-based victimization and alcohol and drug use
Hometown: Erie, PA
Pronouns: She/her
CP Courses Taught: Advanced Practicum; Lifespan Gender Development; Prevention, Advocacy, and Social Justice; Objective Personality Assessment
Fun Facts: I have my 200 hour yoga teacher training certification and my Level 1 Introductory Sommelier Certificate
What does "empowerment" mean to you? I feel empowered when I identify and address things I want to change that are in my control. I feel powerful when I am successful at it. However, empowerment does not always lead to success.
Click here to view Dr. Johnson's faculty biography page and CV
