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With our Catholic liberal arts heritage and over 100 degree programs, including nursing and marine biology, from bachelors through PhDs, we've got your options covered. Focus on arts and sciences, business, education, social work, communication, nursing, medical sciences, theology, or law. Take things further with personalized research and experiential learning opportunities, on and off-campus. Enhance your prospects with hands-on internships at some of the country's top organizations.

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Barry University Students

The Career and Experiential Learning Team educates students and alumni on the essential job searching and life skills to propel them to succeed in the increasingly competitive global marketplace.

Service-learning integrates relevant community service with course work and critical reflection to enrich the learning experience, foster social responsibility and civic engagement, and strengthen communities.

Service-Learning

The Honors Program at Barry is designed to challenge, enrich, and prepare especially motivated students to pursue their fullest potential. By participating in a rigorous curriculum rounded out by an array of edifying and interactive events, students explore crucial issues that we face in our daily lives. Students are given the space for discussion and debate and the opportunity to learn from experts in their fields. The Office of Financial Aid can assist with determining eligibility for the Honors Program.

The Monsignor William Barry Memorial Library is located in the center of the beautiful Miami Shores campus of Barry University. The Library is named in loving memory of Monsignor William Barry, one of the founders of Barry University and an inspirational figure in the Catholic Church within the Archdiocese of Miami. The extensive Library research collections include more than 950,000 physical items, over 40,000 print and on-line journal subscriptions, and several thousand on-line books and streaming video resources.

At Barry University, you will experience a small community atmosphere where you can always rely on our administrators and faculty for advice, encouragement and personal attention. We take great pride in giving individual attention from the very beginning. You can start building a personal relationship with one of our admissions counselors who will help answer any questions, and guide you through the entire admissions and enrollment process.

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Continuing Education (CE) offers a variety of courses and non-credit programs designed to respond to the diverse educational interests and lifelong learning needs of individuals of all ages. We offer certificate, credential exam preparation, and licensure programs for professional and personal enrichment.

High school students: Get a jump-start on your college education with dual enrollment courses from Barry University! You can earn high school and college credit at the same time, right at your own school.

Dual Enrollment

Barry University is committed to provide you with a dynamic and flexible approach to your degree pathway through our online courses and degree programs. We understand that balancing academics, work, and personal commitments can be challenging. That's why our online offerings are designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule, allowing you to pursue your educational goals without compromising on other important aspects of your life.

Distance Education

We are committed to providing programs and services that are guided by Barry University's rich educational mission and intended to enhance your Barry experience. Through partnerships with others in the university community, we aim to create experiences that will help transform you into leaders for a just and humane world.

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We are an NCAA Division II school and a member of the Sunshine State Conference with 12 varsity teams, including men's baseball, basketball, golf, soccer and tennis; and women's basketball, golf, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. So far, we've won 24 NCAA championships, had 338 All-Americans, 413 Scholar All-Americans, and nine NCAA "Women of the Year" finalists, the most of any Division II school. Not bad at all, but we're going for more.

Campus Life

For students currently enrolled in classes at Barry, we have a wealth of resources you can tap into to bring ease and efficiency to your university experience. Get the help you need with administrative or financial questions, or check out course catalogs to help plan your schedule by semester. All the information you need to excel is at your fingertips.

Jennifer Williams, Ph.D., LCSW

Associate Professor

Jennifer Williams, Ph.D., LCSW
Jennifer Williams, Ph.D., LCSW Associate Professor

Biography

Academic and Professional Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Social Work, Barry University
  • MSW, Barry University
  • BSW, University of Central Florida
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Florida
  • QM Higher Ed Teaching Online Certificate, Quality Matters
  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
  • Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist
  • Trained in EMDR, Neurofeedback, HeartMath, MBSR, NLP, nutrition and mental health, and integrative mind-body approaches
  • Over 27 years of clinical practice experience with a specialization in trauma, anxiety, and mind-body healing

Trauma-Informed Clinical Practice

  • Private practice focusing on trauma, anxiety, and resilience-building
  • Integrates modalities such as clinical hypnosis, EMDR, guided visualization, mindfulness, and HeartMath into therapy sessions
  • Recognized expert in mind-body integration, with emphasis on the neurobiology of trauma and regulation
  • Co-developer and co-presenter of the “Trauma-Responsive Clinical Practice Webinar Series," developed with Dr. Ashley Austin (available on YouTube)

Commitment to Trauma-Informed Education

  • Creator and instructor of Barry University’s first MSW course on the neurobiology of clinical practice: Mind Body Connection: The Neurobiology of Clinical Practice
  • Author and instructor of two trauma-focused doctoral courses: Neurobiology of Trauma and Resilience and Trauma-Informed Interventions I
  • Co-developer and co-presenter of the “Post-Master’s Certificate in Mindfulness and Therapeutic Practice,” developed with Dr. Edmon Tucker
  • Dedicated to fostering trauma-informed learning environments that emphasize nervous system regulation, emotional safety, and practical skill-building — with a focus on real-world application, compassion-based feedback, and honoring lived experience in the classroom
  • Uses mindfulness-based pedagogical strategies and flexible, student-centered trauma-informed learning environments
  • Former BSW Program Director at Barry University, supporting undergraduate students and faculty in building trauma-informed awareness and program development

Community Engagement

  • Co-developer and co-lead of the free webinar series “Trauma-Responsive Clinical Practice Webinar Series," offering training to post-master’s clinicians in trauma-responsive care
  • Facilitator of mindfulness workshops for teachers and clinicians serving Title I schools and trauma-impacted populations
  • Advocate for integrative approaches to wellness for teen athletes, particularly around mental health and nervous system regulation 

Trauma-Focused Publications, Presentations, Research, Awards

  • Rosenwald, M., Baird, J., & Williams, J. (2023). A social work model of historical trauma. British Journal of Social Work, 53(1), 621-636. https://doi.org/10.1093/bjsw/bcac112
  • Williams, J., & Austin, A. (2024–present). Trauma-Responsive Clinical Practice Webinar Series (YouTube webinar series).
  • Crackin’ Backs Podcast (2025). “The Therapist Who Lived What She Teaches: A Story of Healing & Integration”
  • Williams, J. (2023, August).  Transformative Care: Cultivating a Trauma-Focused Oncology Social Work Practice. 40th Annual Florida Society of Oncology Social Workers (FSOSW) Conference, Hollywood, FL
  • Williams, J. (2022, May). Integrating Mindfulness into Clinical Practice.Lynn University, Boca Raton, FL
  • Williams, J. (2021, September 2 -4). Empowering elementary school teachers to build a trauma-informed school through mindfulness interventions.[Conference paper presentation]. Eleventh International Conference on Health, Wellness & Society, Paris, France.
  • Williams, J. & Nisbeth, A. (2019, June). Compassion and burnout: implementing a mindfulness intervention with elementary school teachers. National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Florida Chapter Annual Conference, Orlando, FL.
  • Williams, J. (2016, September).  Utilizing Mindfulness Approaches to Reduce the Consequences of Toxic Stress and Enhance Resiliency with Children That Have Experienced Adversity. Children’s Bureau’s 20th National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect, Washington, DC.
  • Educator of the Year, NASW-Broward Unit, 2024
  • Volunteer of the Year, Broward County Public Schools, 2019
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