Lecturers at the Jefferson Educational Society

Adrienne Dixon, Ph.D., is president and CEO of Sarah A. Reed Children’s Center and teaches in the Counseling Program at PennWest Edinboro University.  Adrienne holds a master’s degree in counseling, a post-master's Certificate in Marital and Family Therapy, and a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. Adrienne has more than 35 years of clinical experience as a professional counselor, educator, and administrator.  Her area of focus has been on Serious Mental Illness (children, families, and adults) and includes settings such as inpatient, residential treatment, drug and alcohol, and outpatient services.  Additionally, she conducts professional training and workshops for organizations in the areas of Diversity, Organizational Competence, Clinical Interventions, Strengths Based Assessment, Supervision, and Enhanced Mental Health Services.