BASW Program Director and Assistant Professor
University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Dr. Toya Jones is the BASW Program Director at the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Social Work. She earned a Bachelor of Art degree in Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, a Master’s degree in Social Work, and a doctorate in Education from the University of Pittsburgh. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a trauma expert and therapist, she comes with a wealth of experience at the postsecondary and secondary levels with students diverse in age, ability, and cultural background. She has been addressing the needs of children and families impacted by violence for the past twenty years. She also has extensive experience working with the incarcerated population and returning citizens who have been affected by crime. Areas of teaching competence include topics such as: the impact of trauma on children and adults; teen violence; signs and symptoms of PSTD, treatment modalities (such as TF-CBT, EMDR, expressive and play therapies) for children, and adults impacted by trauma and overcoming unresolved trauma. She has lectured and presented for schools and local universities, communities, religious organizations, and private corporations. She has also been involved in special community projects counseling juvenile and adult ex-offenders, addicts, and MH/ MR clients. Her current research focuses on trauma reactions in social work students, increasing the awareness of PTSD and self-care techniques amongst social work students, and integrating CBT and faith in the black church community.
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Friday, November 11, 2022
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM