Valerie Wood
- Assistant Professor, Social Work
- School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
- 109 MaH
- vwood1@mercy.edu
- (914) 674-7556
Professor Valerie Wood is an Assistant Professor of Social Work, bringing over 20 years of experience in higher education and practice in community mental health and recovery-oriented institutions, with expertise in addiction and eating disorders. Dr. Wood has served in leadership positions, including Clinical Director and Executive Director, as well as multiple leadership positions with the NASW, appointed to NASW-NJ’s Diversity Task Force in 2022. Dr. Wood earned a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from Simmons University, concentrating on social work education and adaptive leadership.
Doctor of Social Work – D.S.W.Simmons University, Boston, MA
Concentrations: Inclusive Teaching, Leadership, Advanced Clinical Practice
Master of Social Work – M.S.W.Fordham University GSS, N.Y.
Concentration: Administration
Bachelor of Arts, B.A.Manhattanville College, Purchase, N.Y.
Major: Psychology/English
International Studies/Academic Travel (no degree) Franklin College, Lugano, Switzerland
PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW: NJ & CT
- Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor, LCADC: NJ
- Certified School Social Worker (3200)
- Social Work, Clinical Supervisor – Certified
- Certified – SBIRT
- Board Certified Telehealth Professional – TBHI
- CSWE Learning Academy - New Field Director Training
- Rutgers School of Social Work – SIFI Certified
- Online Teaching Certified – WebCT, 2004