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Dr. Desiree Davis serves as Associate Professor of Social Work and BSW Program Director at Andrews University's School of Social Work, bringing extensive clinical and academic experience to her role. A licensed social worker (LMSW, LCSW) with ACSW certification, she bridges professional practice with Seventh-day Adventist educational values.
Her academic credentials include:
- PhD in Educational Psychology, Andrews University
- MSW, The Ohio State University
- BSW, Oakwood College
Dr. Davis's research centers on trauma-informed approaches to domestic violence and women's issues, with distinctive integration of spiritual coping mechanisms. Her recent work examines grief counseling through faith-based frameworks and develops practical tools for classroom faith engagement, reflecting her dual expertise in clinical social work and religious education. Publications consistently address real-world applications in community settings.
Her 2021-2024 publications reveal three evolving trajectories: trauma/grief interventions with spiritual dimensions, faith integration in educational environments, and community-based college access initiatives. These reflect her commitment to addressing systemic inequities while leveraging spiritual resources for resilience, particularly within underserved populations.
With clinical experience spanning medical social work, mental health practice, and private therapy, Dr. Davis mentors undergraduate social work students through the BSW program while maintaining active scholarly contributions. Her conference presentations at both social work and religious venues demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration across professional boundaries.
