Dr. Beth Counselman-Carpenter, Associate Professor of Social Work at Adelphi University, combines clinical expertise, innovative research, and a passion for education to advance the field. Specializing in trauma-informed care and post-traumatic growth, particularly with breast cancer survivors, her work helps individuals thrive after trauma.
The Faculty Center for Professional Excellence recently sat down with Beth Counselman-Carpenter to discuss her transformative work. Watch FCPE’s video below to learn more about her contributions and lasting impact.
As Program Director, Counselman-Carpenter played a key role in establishing the new Doctor of Social Work (DSW) program at Adelphi, which will prepare practitioners to address complex social issues with leadership and practice-based skills. Through a trauma-informed lens, the program equips graduates to become effective, ethical leaders in agencies, nonprofits, academic institutions, and beyond.
Dr. Counselman-Carpenter is the editor of a new textbook, An Intersectional Approach to Human Behavior in the Social Environment: Decolonizing Theory to Practice, which explores human development through a lens of equity and inclusion. The work reflects her commitment to empowering marginalized communities and advancing critical resources for social work. Dr. Counselman-Carpenter’s interdisciplinary approach bridges real-world challenges with education, inspiring students and colleagues alike to create meaningful, lasting impact in the communities they serve.
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