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Marquita Johnson, LPC

Core Candidate Assistant Professor

MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling Concentration (Low-Residency)

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Sociology, Master of Science in Community Counseling, Master of Divinity with a concentration in Pastoral Counseling

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS:

MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling Concentration (Low-Residency)

COURSES TAUGHT:

Counseling & Helping Relationships I/II, Social & Multicultural Foundations of Counseling, Professional Counseling Orientation & Ethical Practice II/III; Counseling Practicum, Counseling Internship I/II

Marquita, a passionate and dedicated advocate for empowering millennials in their personal and professional lives. Marquita is a graduate of Mercer University, holding both a Master of Science in Community Counseling and a Master of Divinity with a concentration in pastoral counseling. She received her undergraduate degree from Georgia State University, where she majored in Psychology & Sociology.

As a licensed professional counselor in Georgia, Marquita brings her expertise and insights to help individuals overcome challenges and unlock their full potential. Her commitment to excellence is evident through her numerous certifications including being an approved clinical supervisor, nationally certified counselor, board-certified tele-mental health counselor, and certified professional counselor supervisor. Additionally, Marquita is a certified Brainspotting practitioner, an innovative therapeutic technique that enables her to address and heal trauma and emotional challenges effectively.

Marquita’s areas of specialization reflect her focus on increasing access of care to marginalized populations. She focuses on helping millennials navigate through various life stages, addressing issues related to dating, divorce, spirituality, and stepfamilies. Marquita has enjoyed working with millennials at Georgia State University, SCAD, and Emory University.

Marquita is currently completing her doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision at Walden University.

PUBLICATIONS:

  • Johnson, M., Dardis, K., & Allen-Crosby, L. (2021) Learning Communities: Intentional connection in a digital world. Chi Sigma Iota Exemplar, 36(3). https://cdn.ymaws.com/www.csinet.org/resource/resmgr/publications_exemplar/ Fall_2021_Exemplar.pdf
  • Crumb, L., Larkin, R., Glenn, C., Smith, J., Howard, A., & Johnson. M. (2016). Training Student Leaders in Reporting Sexual Misconduct Incidents at a Two-Year College Community College Journal of Research and Practice, doi: 10.1080/1066892.2016.1197866.
  • Crumb, L., Larkin, R., Johnson, M., Smith, J., Howard, A., & Glenn, C. (2008). An interprofessional internship model for training master’s level social work and counseling students in higher education settings. The Journal of Human Behavior in the Social Environment, doi:10.1090/10911559.2018.1470952.

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Naropa Campuses Closed on Friday, March 15, 2024

Due to adverse weather conditions, all Naropa campuses will be closed Friday, March 15, 2024.  All classes that require a physical presence on campus will be canceled. All online and low-residency programs are to meet as scheduled.

Based on the current weather forecast, the Healing with the Ancestors Talk & Breeze of Simplicity program scheduled for Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday will be held as planned.

Staff that do not work remotely or are scheduled to work on campus, can work remotely. Staff that routinely work remotely are expected to continue to do so.

As a reminder, notifications will be sent by e-mail and the LiveSafe app.  

Regardless of Naropa University’s decision, if you ever believe the weather conditions are unsafe, please contact your supervisor and professors.  Naropa University trusts you to make thoughtful and wise decisions based on the conditions and situation in which you find yourself in.