Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Psychometric Services
College of Education and Human Development
The Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation and Psychometric Services, which offers graduate level training for aspiring counselors and psychometrist, received national accreditation for it’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs from the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP). This prestigious national accreditation status is valid through the next renewal cycle of October 2023. Click here to learn more.
Accreditation
Counseling, Rehabilitation and Psychometric Services programs are housed within the College of Education
and Human Development, which is accredited by the Council on the Accreditation Educational Programs
(CAEP). The Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Degrees and Concentration Offered
CACREP Data
Faculty/Staff
Dion F. Porter, Ph.D., CRC, CVE
Associate Professor and Chair
SEB, Room 319-A, Office Number 601-979-3364
Email: dion.porter@jsums.edu
Ronica Arnold Branson, Ph.D., NCC, NCSC, LPC, ACS
Associate Professor
School Counseling Program Coordinator
SEB, Room 319-M, Office Number 601-979-1891
Email: ronica.d.arnold@jsums.edu
Gloria Dansby-Giles, Ed.D., LPC, LMFT, NCC, NCSC, NCCC, ACS
Professor
SEB, Room 102, Office Number 601-979-4188
Email: gloria.f.dansby-giles@jsums.edu
Regina Fults-McMurtery, Ph.D., LPC, NCC, ACS
Professor
SEB, Room 319-F, Office Number 601-979-3416
Email: regina.s.fults-mcmurtery@jsums.edu
Frank Giles, Ph.D., CRC, CCM, NCC, LMFT – Rehabilitation Counseling
Rehabilitation Counseling Program Coordinator – Professor
Grants Project Director
SEB, Room 109-D, Office Number 601-979-4188
Email: frank.l.giles@jsums.edu
Lakitta Johnson, Ph.D. LPC, NCC, ACS
Associate Professor
Clinical Mental Health Program Coordinator
SEB, Room 319-B, Office Number 601-979-1745
Email: lakitta.d.johnson@jsums.edu
Karen Linstrum, Ph.D., LPC, CRC
Assistant Professor
SEB, Room 319-M, Office Number 601-979-0505
Email: karen.s.linstrum@jsums.edu
Amirah Nelson, Ph.D., LPC-S, CAGS
Assistant Professor
SEB Room 319-K, Office Number 601 979-6326
Nanolla Yazdani, Ph.D.
Visiting Professor
Psychometry Program Coordinator
SEB, Room 319-O, Office Number 601-979-1739
Email: nanolla.yazdani@jsums.edu
STAFF
Ms. Shanquell Walker, Administrative Assistant-SCRC Department
Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation and Psychometric Services
SEB, Room 319-J, Office Number 601-979-2361
Administrative Assistant-Rehabilitation Counseling
SEB, Room 109-E, Office Number 601-979-4188
Departmental Contact Information
SCRC Mission Statement
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
WELL-PREPARED GRADUATES
The Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation, and Psychometric services offers specialized academic programs that provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to assist individuals and groups in addressing psychological, social, and emotional issues. A general overview of the curriculum include courses in human development, abnormal psychology, counseling theories and techniques, rehabilitation services, and psychometric assessment. Graduate students also take courses in research methods, ethics, and cultural diversity to gain a better understanding of the broader social and cultural context in which counseling services are provided.
LEARN BY DOING
In addition to classroom instruction, counseling, rehabilitation, and psychometric services degree programs often provide opportunities for hands-on learning through internships, practicums, and clinical experiences. These experiences can help students develop practical skills and gain real-world experience working with clients in various settings, such as hospitals, schools, community centers, and private practices.
“Challenging Minds, Changing Lives.”
APPLY YOUR KNOWLEDGE
The faculty regularly engages in research and scholarly endeavors. Student research is strongly encouraged with opportunities for students to present scholarly papers at professional conferences and to publish with faculty. Each student is encouraged to become a member of the international counseling academic honor society, Chi Sigma Iota, Beta Omicron Chapter.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
| Rehabilitation Counselor | School Counselor | Marriage Therapist | Psychometrist |
| Social Service Assistant | Career Counselor | Family Therapist | Substance Abuse Counselor |
ACCREDITATION
Counseling, Rehabilitation and Psychometric Services
programs are housed within the College of Education and Human Development, which is accredited by the Council on the Accreditation Educational Programs (CAEP). The Clinical Mental Health, School Counseling and Rehabilitation Counseling programs are accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Students who complete the masters level School and Clinical Mental Health Counseling programs meet the criteria required to apply for counselor licensing.
Want to learn more? Click below to learn more about accreditation and consider joining our Chi Sigma Iota Chapter.
RESOURCES
Forms and Documents
2023-2024 Student Handbook
JSU Rehabilitation Counseling RSA Scholarship
PERSONNEL
READY TO JOIN?
For more information, please contact us at (601) 979-3364. We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.
