Dr. Janelle Cox, Ph.D, LCPC, ACS, NCC

Dr. Janelle Cox is an accomplished Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Mental Health Counseling Program at Bowie State University. She holds several professional certifications and licenses, including the National Certified Counselor (NCC), Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Board Approved Clinical Supervisor in the State of Maryland.

Dr. Cox has obtained her Masters of Arts in Community Counseling and Doctorate of Education in Counselor Education and Supervision from Argosy University, Northern Virginia. With a wealth of experience working with individuals of all ages, she has a track record of success in treating a wide range of diagnoses such as bipolar, depression, anxiety, ODD, and ADHD. Her professional experience spans across various settings including schools, in-home, clinics, and within the community. Her research interests include home-based counseling, social justice/advocacy, clinical supervision, public policy/legislation, counselors-in-training, community mental health, African American women’s issues, and qualitative research methods.

Dr. Cox currently serves as the Co-Chair of the Emerging Leaders Program and Webinar Committee for Southern Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (SACES) and as a Committee Member of the ACA Public Policy Committee.