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Devona Stalnaker-Shofner is an Associate Professor and Associate Chair at Antioch University New England within the Clinical Mental Health Counseling department. She holds a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Counselor Education and Supervision from Argosy University Atlanta (2013) and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia and National Certified Counselor (NCC).
- Educational Background
- EdD, Counselor Education and Supervision, Argosy University (2013)
- MA, Professional Counseling, Georgia School of Professional Psychology (2000)
- BS, Psychology with Biology minor, Xavier University of Louisiana (1994)
Her research focuses on counselor wellness, multiculturalism, and family systems, with specific attention to acculturation, intracultural colorism, and mate selection. She has conducted longitudinal and phenomenological studies on stress management, secondary traumatic stress, and sizeism in BIPOC communities.
Key scientific contributions include publications and presentations on wellness interventions for counselors, ethical supervision practices, and social justice advocacy. She has presented at conferences such as the American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA) and the Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES).
- Scientific Awards and Honors
- Chi Sigma Iota (2007)
- Psi Chi (1992)
- Beta Beta Beta (1992)
As an educator, Devona emphasizes bridging theory and practice, advocating for systemic integration and lifelong learning. She has taught courses in addictions counseling, social justice advocacy, and family approaches to mental health.
Her professional affiliations include the American Counseling Association (ACA), American Mental Health Counselors Association (AMHCA), and the AUNE Wellness Institute. She co-chairs the North Atlantic Region Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (NARACES) Wellness Committee and volunteers with the Emotional PPE Project.
