Donna Dockery

Donna Dockery is Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Practice in the Counseling and Special Education Department at Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Education. She holds a Ph.D. in educational psychology from the University of Virginia and specializes in multicultural counseling, social justice, and equity-focused interventions for underrepresented students.

Her research examines dropout prevention, first-generation college access, and STEM career pathways. Awarded for distinguished teaching and community engagement, she developed service-learning frameworks integrating Guatemala outreach. Professional service includes leadership in Virginia counseling associations and Richmond Community High School governance.