Amelia Shannon

Amelia Shannon is a Specialist Professor in the Department of Professional Counseling at Monmouth University. She holds active clinical licenses as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Maryland and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Connecticut and Virginia.

Education:

• Ph.D. from Hampton University

Her research and clinical practice focuses on trauma spectrum disorders including sexual trauma and complex trauma, with specialized attention to women managing autoimmune diseases and the intersection of psychological healing with faith traditions. She actively investigates resiliency factors among college students, particularly African American females navigating higher education systems.