Jennifer Gonyea
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
Clinical Associate Professor
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Child and Family Development, Specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy | University of Georgia | 2005 |
| M.S. | College and Agency (Community) Counseling | State University of New York, Plattsburgh | 1996 |
| B.S. | Psychology | State University of New York, Geneseo | 1994 |
Research
My research encompasses the clinical aspects of my role in the department as well as my role as a faculty member: the practice and supervision of couple and family therapy as well as the scholarship of teaching and learning (pedagogy).
Teaching
I primarily teach undergraduate courses relevant to my role as an MFT (e.g. Intimate Relationships, Issues in Family Systems, and Family Intervention). However, I am actively involved in mentoring undergraduates in their professional development through supervising applied and research internships. In addition, I periodically teach MFT practica.
Editorial Appointments
| Position | Name of Journal | Year(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Editor | International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education | 2014 - |
Service
| Organization | Title | Year(s) | Service Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Division of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) | Past President | 2016 | Professional Leadership |
| Georgia Division of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) | President | 2014 - 2015 | Professional Leadership |
| Georgia Division of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) | President-Elect | 2013 | Professional Leadership |
| Georgia Division of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) | Secretary | 2009 - 2010 | Professional Leadership |
| Georgia Division of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) | Membership Chair | 2008 | Professional Leadership |
| Family Science Association | Invited Manuscript Reviewer | 2016 | Scholarship/Pedagogy |
Outreach
I serve the Athens-Clarke County community through my clinical practice at Samaritan Center for Couseling and Wellness, a local non-profit where approximately 30% of the clients utilize the Counseling Assistance Fund (CAF) and who would not otherwise be able to afford mental health services.
Books
Gonyea, J.L. & Kozak, M.S. (2015). Navigating Career Roadmaps: Developing your professional GPS through Internships. Dubuque, IA: Kendall-Hunt Publishing Company.
Gonyea, J.L. & Kozak, M.S. (2016) Navigating Career Roadmaps: Developing your professional GPS through internships (2nd Ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall-Hunt Publishing Company.
Current Research
My teaching and scholarship focuses on examining family interactions, improving family functioning, coupled interactions, and strengthening couples as well as the methods for training others for service delivery with couples and families. I use qualitative and mixed methods designs in my scholarship of pedagogy, ethical decision-making, community engagement, couple/family intervention, and community-based interventions that encompass overall health, nutrition, mindfulness, and mental health. I conduct evaluation research on both the processes and outcomes of community based trainings, organizations, and community based intervention programs directed toward improving mental health outcomes, overall wellness, and intimate relationships.
Journal Articles
Gonyea, J. L. (2004). Internet Sexuality: Clinical implications for couples. The American Journal of Family Therapy, 32(5), 375 - 390.
Gonyea, J. L.J., Wright, D. W. and Earl-Kulkosky, T. (2014), Navigating Dual Relationships in Rural Communities. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy. 40(1), 125 – 136.
Gonyea, J. & Kozak, M.S. (2014). Scaffolding family science student experiences to increase employment options and preparedness. Family Science Review, 19(1), 26-36.
Publications
Jones, J.L (1996) ITA: An Evaluation model of clinical program efficacy (Unpublished Masters Thesis). State University of New York at Geneseo, Geneseo, NY.
Gonyea, J. L. (2005). Alone in a crowded room: An exploration of family time expenditure and investment related to computer use (Unpublished Doctoral Dissertation). University of Georgia, Athens, GA.
Gonyea, J. L. (2010). Instructors Manual for Intimate Relationships by J. Bradbury and B. Karney. New York: W.W. Norton & Co.
Gonyea, J.L. (2013). Instructors Manual for Intimate Relationships by J. Bradbury and B. Karney (2nd Ed). New York: W.W. Norton & Co.