Karon Johnson, MACM, MSW, LCSW, CCTP is a graduate of the UNC School of Social Work and currently serves as a clinical assistant professor and member of the practicum faculty. She teaches direct practice courses and supports students in placements related to adult mental health and substance use. She is a Doctor of Ministry student at Vanderbilt University Divinity School where she focuses on increasing mental health literacy and support among clergy and faith leaders. Her research interests include ethics, the intersection of spirituality and social work, and trauma, including grief and loss. Karon is a bilingual clinician who also maintains a private clinical practice in Durham, N.C., focusing on trauma, grief and loss, supporting individuals for whom religion or spirituality are systems of importance.
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Degrees and Licenses
Master of Arts in Christian MinistryMaster of Social Work
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
Primary Program
Practicum Education OfficeCertifications
EMDRDBT
Research and Professional Interests
EthicsSpirituality and Social Work
Latinx Communities
Trauma
Grief/Loss
Presentations, Workshops and Media
Living Ethics: A Cross-Cultural PerspectiveEnhancing Cultural Competencies Within Latino Communities
Shall We… Pray? Exploring the Ethical and Clinical Implications of Spirituality and Religion in Social Work Practice
Courses
SOWO 740 Implementing Evidence-Informed Practice with Individuals, Families, and Groups |
Spring MSW DP |
SOWO 523/524 Practicum Seminar |
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SOWO 761 SUAS w/Diverse Populations |
Spring DP |
SOWO 742 The Satir Growth Model: Enhancing Individual, Couple, Family, and Organizational Health |
Spring Elective |
SOWO 742 What we bring to practice: A critical look at the professional use of self |
Summer 1 Elective |
SOWO 769 Core Components and Skills for Trauma-Informed Practice |
Fall DP |