Assistant Professor of Counselor Education
Dr. Johnson joined the University of Lynchburg in 2024.
CliftonStrengths: Learner, Connectedness, Empathy, Responsibility, Relator
Biography: Sarah L. Johnson, Ph.D. is a counselor educator with clinical and research focus on the challenges and strengths of rural counselors, issues faced by first-generation college students, and multicultural issues in rural areas. She has a passion for promoting wellness, resilience, and empowering future counselors.
Education
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PhD, Counseling and Supervision – James Madison University
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MEd, Clinical Mental Health Counseling – University of Lynchburg
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BS, Psychology – James Madison University
Courses Taught
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COUN 611: Crisis Counseling
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COUN 630: Marriage and Family Counseling
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COUN 660: Evaluation & Assessment
Research Interests
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First-Generation College Students
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Rural Counselors
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Anti-Racist Practices
Areas of Expertise
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First-Generation College Students’ strengths and challenges
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Counseling interventions, challenges, and strengths of rural counselors
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Crisis Counseling
