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May **** Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW

Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW

South Jordan, UT 84009 Cell: 801-***-****

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Accomplished and visionary Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Ph.D. in Social Work and over 20 years of progressive leadership experience in higher education, nonprofit management, program development, human resources, research, clinical supervision, and clinical practice. A proven builder of innovative, trauma-informed, and equity-centered social work programs with deep expertise in accreditation processes, curriculum development, and interdisciplinary collaboration across health sciences. Skilled in translating findings into practical tools that advance social justice and animal- assisted services

Demonstrated success as Executive Director and co-founder of a nonprofit mental health organization, overseeing multimillion-dollar service delivery systems and training future clinicians. Nationally recognized scholar and presenter in animal-assisted interventions, trauma, and moral injury, with a robust record of peer-reviewed publications, international presentations, and grant acquisition. Committed to fostering diverse, student-ready learning environments and advancing social work education through strategic planning, faculty mentorship, and community partnership development. EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Social Work, 2011, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN. Fellowship: Veterinary Social Work.

• Comprehensive paper: Avian Companion Animals: A Therapeutic Intervention with Older Adults.

• Dissertation: An evaluation of the outcomes of children with multiple disabilities who attended Camp Koinonia in 2009. Chair: Professor William Nugent.

• Research interests: experiential therapies (e.g., animal-assisted interventions, horticulture therapy, nature-based, somatic movement, etc.), women, children, veterans, moral injury, military sexual trauma, veterinarians, and individuals who have been traumatized or who are disabled, meta-analyses, and psychometrics.

• During my doctoral fellowship, I worked as a Veterinary Social Worker at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. Taught communication courses and Mindfulness- Based Stress Reduction, led pet loss groups, provided therapy to staff experiencing burnout and moral injury, and provided therapy to patrons throughout the veterinary process. Master of Social Work, 2005, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT.

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (2010) Tennessee, License #5205 – Not active

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (2010) Utah, License #593****-****

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (2025) Illinois, License # 149.029525 March 2025 Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW

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B.S. in Behavioral Science and Health, 2001, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

01/2024 – Present Adjunct Instructor and Researcher for the Department of Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacotherapy Outcomes Research Center 1

• Foster an engaging academic environment by integrating current research findings and encouraging students to apply their knowledge to clinical settings.

• Conduct longitudinal research to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of pharmacological treatments, with a focus on their impact on mental health outcomes.

• Collaborate with faculty and students on research projects, including study design, data analysis, and publication.

• Mentor students in research and assist in securing external funding for ongoing projects. 08/2011 – Present Co-Founder and Executive Director of the 4 Healing Center (4HC) and the nonprofit Animals 4 Healing (A4H). A4H allowed 4HC to raise money to provide accessible animal-assisted interventions to low-income patients.

• Extensive Experience: With 20 years of experience in animal-assisted interventions (AAI), demonstrating a deep commitment and understanding of the sector.

• Specialized Training: My training in various therapies like Animal-Assisted Play Therapy

(AAPT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Committee Therapy (ARC), Neurosequential Model in Reflection & Supervision (NMRS), Equine Assisted Growth and Learning (EAGALA), Path Intl Equine Specialist and Mental Health (ESMHL), and Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM).

• Leadership Role: As a co-founder and Executive Director, I possess strong leadership skills and can manage multiple aspects of a non-profit organization. I oversaw all strategic and operational aspects of both A4H and 4HC, including animal and office management, community relations, and board governance. I also presided over project management, ensuring initiatives aligned with the mission to promote evidence-based mental health treatment.

• Educational Contribution: My involvement in supervising and teaching students from Utah State University, Boise State University, the University of Nevada, Weber State University, and the University of Utah demonstrates my dedication to the future in social work. I also supervised them at 4HC, A4H, and the Humane Society of Utah. I led online and in-person consulting and supervision groups of students and clinicians, helping them obtain their hours for EMDR basic training, certification, and consultation weekly.

• Management: I managed human resource functions, supported staff and clinical staff development, supervised clinical staff, and provided weekly Continuing Education training, group supervision, and individual supervision.

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• Community and Research Focus: My emphasis on utilizing research and education to support the organization's charitable objectives underscores my dedication to evidence-based practice and community engagement.

• Grant Writing: I wrote foundation grants for A4H totaling $50,000 over a 10-year period.

• Fundraising: I raised $100,000 in donations for low-income clients over the course of 10 years.

• Impact: Through the financing achieved by the joint efforts of A4H and 4HC, comprising grants, donations, State Contracts, and Medicaid, we have provided over 100,000 free animal- assisted (canine and equine) sessions to our clients who have experienced trauma.

• Electronic health record (EHR): 12 years’ experience managing ensured HIPAA compliance, telehealth, prescribing, Medicare and Medicaid notes compliance, billing, research, quality improvements, cost savings, reducing medical errors, etc. 02/2010 – 08/2011 Licensed Clinical Social Worker at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, Knoxville, TN.

• Provided crisis intervention and therapy for pediatric patients, specializing in juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile diabetes, emergency room, surgical, suicidal ideation, and abuse.

• Delivered ongoing clinical support and coordinated long-term care solutions post-discharge. 08/2006 – 08/2011 Licensed Clinical Social Worker in private practice, Knoxville, TN.

• Administered individual, family, and group therapy for a broad spectrum of issues, focusing on grief, trauma, and crisis management.

• Served as an expert witness testifying on trauma cases associated with the Department of Child Services.

07/2008 – 02/2009 Clinical Coordinator at the Center of Excellence (COE), Knoxville, TN.

• Contributed to project management and the execution of the East Tennessee Learning Collaborative, a state-funded project designed to train personnel in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) for the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services and community mental health clinics.

• Conducted clinical assessment of medical records for the COE, aiding in the care processes for children in DCS custody.

05/2005 – 08/2006 Clinical Social Worker at West Counseling Center, Salt Lake City, UT.

• Provided therapy, including cognitive-behavioral, psychoanalytic, play, and art therapy, to children and adolescents with a history of sexual abuse.

• Coordinated with the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to ensure comprehensive care.

05/2003 – 08/2006 Research Coordinator and Grants and Contracts Officer at the University of Utah Pharmacotherapy Outcomes Research Center, Salt Lake City, UT.

• Managed developing and submitting proposals, grants, budgets, contracts, milestones, and independent research agreements, including overseeing a portfolio exceeding $1,000,000.

• Coordinated with the Office of Sponsored Projects to negotiate terms for various funding sources, including private, state, federal, and other grants, and contracts. March 2025 Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW

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• Ensured compliance with all research governance by preparing and managing Institutional Review Board (IRB) documentation and other essential research records. • Provided leadership and human resources support for the Center’s staff, encompassing training, performance monitoring, and approval of hourly and salaried employees. 2002 – 2003 Trauma Registrar at the University of Utah Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT.

• Collected critical trauma data within the emergency department, contributing to the National Trauma Database.

• Performed detailed coding of trauma charts, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the medical data captured.

• Executed data queries and compiled research reports to aid the Trauma Department in assessing service effectiveness

• Developed and delivered informative presentations and managed meetings to facilitate the Trauma Team’s operations.

2000 – 2002 Medical Record Specialist at the University of Utah Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT.

• Conducted comprehensive reviews and analyses of patient charts, maintaining high medical record accuracy and confidentiality standards.

• Acted as a key communication link with physicians and collaborated on multiple projects across various levels of hospital management.

• Supported critical care units by assembling and maintaining medical records, demonstrating expertise in various healthcare documentation and computer systems. 1996 – 1998 Executive Assistant at the Trauma Awareness and Treatment Center, Salt Lake City, UT.

• Served as a critical support figure for clients and a team of ten psychotherapists in a high- demand, non-profit organization focused on trauma.

• Managed sensitive client documentation with utmost confidentiality, ensuring the proper handling of personal and therapeutic records.

• Oversaw financial transactions, including the receipt of client payments.

• Maintained essential office equipment and managed supply inventories to support a seamless therapeutic and administrative process.

PUBLICATIONS

In Process Research Studies and Manuscripts

Nimer, J., & Van Fleet, R. (In Process) A Psychometric Evaluation of the Animal Appropriateness Scale for Therapy Animals.

Nimer, J. (In Process) Moral Injury among animal professionals. Hejazi, A., Bron, M., Perez-Rodriguez, M. M., Attar, A., Burgess, M. V., Giraldo, E., Nimer, J., Willis, C., & Biskupiak, J. (In Process) Assessing demographic and clinical characteristics and health care resource utilization of schizophrenia patients with inadequate response to antipsychotic treatment.

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Peer-Reviewed Articles

Strand, E, Poe, B, Yorke, J., Nimer, J., Allen, E., & Brown, G (A2015). Veterinary Social Work: What is that? Journal of Interprofessional Healthcare.

Nimer, J. & Lundahl, B. (2007). Animal – Assisted Therapy: A Meta-Analysis. Anthrozoos, 20(3), 225-238.

Lundahl, B., Nimer, J. and Parsons, B. (2006) Preventing Child Abuse: A Meta-Analysis of Parent Training Programs. Research on Social Work Practice 16:251-262. Book Chapters

Strand, E.; Poe, B.; Lyall, S.; Allen, E.; Nimer, J., Yorke, J.; Brown, G.; Nolan-Pratt, T. (2012) Veterinary social work: A specialized social work practice. In Fields of Social Work Practice: A Foundation of Social Work. Wiley Publishing

Books

Nimer, J. & Poe, B. (In process) Healing the Healers: A Guide to Overcoming Burnout and Moral Injury in Animal Professions. Springer

Manuscripts Reviewed for Peer-Reviewed Journal of Interpersonal Violence Reviewed “The impact of animals on bullying and abuse victims" for the Journal of Interpersonal Violence” (2023)

Reviewed, “Integrating Support Dogs into Therapeutic and Legal Contexts for Survivors of Sexual and Family Violence: Opportunities and Challenges” (2019) Books Reviewed for Peer-Reviewed Publications

Reviewed, Chandler, C. (2017). Animal-Assisted Therapy in Counseling (3rd ed.). Taylor and Francis. Reviewed 2014.

PRESENTATIONS

Presentations

Nimer, J., Harnessing the Healing Power of Animals: Animal-Assisted Interactions-Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. HAP Trauma Recovery Conference August 23-24, 2024. Enhancing Community Recovery and Response with EMDR. Nimer, J. Dealing with Loneliness and Disconnection: Practical Skills You Can Do with Your Pet. Department of Health and Human Services. June 7, 2022. Nimer, J. Animal Assisted Interventions in Veterinary Social Work. Panel. April 2022, June 28, 2022, August 12, 2023.

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Nimer, J., & O’Connor, A. Evaluating AAT for Traumatized Youth in a Community Agency: A Pilot Study. Poster at the International Society for Anthrozoology conference held in Vienna, Austria July 19 – 22, 2014.

Nimer, J. Carr, D., and Grover, S. What’s Working: Successful Practices of a Local AAI Organization. Poster at the International Association for Human and Animal Interaction Organizations conference held in Chicago, IL, July 20 – 22, 2013. Poe, B., Strand, E., Nimer, J., and Lyall, S. Pet loss and suicidal ideation. Poster at the International Association for Human and Animal Interaction Organizations conference held in Indianapolis, Indiana August 4, 2011 to August 6, 2011.

Nimer, J. Animal – Assisted Interventions. Podium at the Veterinary Social Work Rounds held in Knoxville, TN Spring 2009.

Strand, E., Nimer, J., Rennard, M. and Poe, B. Social Workers and Animals-Debating the Ethics in Education and Practice. Think Tank session in the values and ethics track at Council on Social Work Education held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania October 30, 2008 to November 2, 2008. Nimer, J. and Hayes, G. Using ‘Fido’ as a Recreational Therapist. Presentation at the Southeast Recreational Therapy Symposium held in Gatlinburg, Tennessee July 16, 2008 to July 18, 2008. Nimer, J. and Lundahl, B. Animal – Assisted Therapy: A meta-analysis. Poster at the Veterinary Social Work Summit held in Knoxville, Tennessee April 17, 2008 to April 20, 2008. Yorke, J., Nimer, J., and Strand, E., Veterinary Social Work: Incorporating Human-Animal Relationships into Social Work Practice. Poster at the Veterinary Social Work Summit held in Knoxville, Tennessee April 17, 2008 to April 20, 2008. Nimer, J., Yorke, J., and Strand, E. Animals and People: A Model for Healing in Veterinary Social Work. Poster at the Veterinary Social Work Summit held in Knoxville, Tennessee April 17, 2008 to April 20, 2008.

Nimer, J. and Lundahl, B. Animal – Assisted Therapy: A meta-analysis. Poster at the International Association for Human and Animal Interaction Organizations conference held in Tokyo, Japan October 5, 2007 to October 8, 2007.

Yorke, J., Nimer, J., and Strand, E., Veterinary Social Work: Incorporating Human-Animal Relationships into Social Work Practice. Poster at the International Association for Human and Animal Interaction Organizations conference held in Tokyo, Japan October 5, 2007 to October 8, 2007.

Nimer, J., Yorke, J., and Strand, E. Animals and People: A Model for Healing in Veterinary Social Work. Poster at the International Society for Anthrozoology conference held in Tokyo, Japan October 3, 2007 to October 4, 2007.

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Strand, E., Brown, G., Yorke, J., Nimer, J., Allen, E., Nolan – Pratt, T., and New, J. Animal – Assisted Interventions. Podium at the Tennessee Conference for Social Workers: conference held in Nashville, TN April 3, 2007.

Strand, E., Brown, G., Yorke, J., Nimer, J., Allen, E., Nolan – Pratt, T., and New, J. Animal – Assisted Interventions. Podium at the Veterinary Social Work, Incorporating Human – Animal relationships into social work practice conference held in Knoxville, TN February 17, 2007 to February 20, 2007.

Nimer, J. Animal – Assisted Therapy. Podium presentation at the Veterinary Social Work Spring Educational Series held in Knoxville, TN Spring 2006. Nimer, J. and Lundahl, B. Animal – Assisted Therapy: A meta-analysis with Children, Adolescents, Adults & the Elderly. Poster at the International Society for Anthrozoology conference held in Niagara Falls, New York July 11, 2005 to July 13, 2005. Lundahl, B., Nimer, J. and Parsons, B. Parent Training Programs Targeting Child Abuse: a MetaAnalysis. Poster at the Society for Social Work and Research conference held in San Antonio, TX from Thursday, January 12, 2006 to Sunday, January 15, 2006. HONORS AND AWARDS

University of Utah, Clinical (Field) Assistant Professor, 2012-2017, University of Tennessee College of Social Work, Fellowship $15,000/year 2006 - 2009 University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Social Work Pre-Doctoral Fellow,

$5,000/year 2006 – 2009

TEACHING EXPERIENCE Contracted Instructor

University of Tennessee (2025) – Online

• Animal-Assisted Services: Veterinary Social Work Postmasters Certificate Supervision of participants. May 20 & May 27, 2025.

• Animal-Assisted Services: An Introduction. Veterinary Social Work Postmasters Certificate. University of Tennessee. August 15 – 16, 2025.

• Facility Dogs vs. Therapy Dogs: Choosing the right dog for the right job. Veterinary Social Work Postmasters Certificate. University of Tennessee. December 1, 2025. Co-Facilitator EMDR Virtual Trauma Recovery, EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs

• EMDR Basic Training, Part I, Trauma Recovery, EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs

– Virtual, 3/1/24, 5/16/25, 6/7/24, 6/27/25, 7/18/25, 8/8/25, 8/22/25, 9/19/25, 9/26/25, 10/3/25, 10/17/25, 11/21/25, 12/12/25.

• EMDR Basic Training, Part 2, Trauma Recovery, EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs

– Virtual, 11/15/24, 12/13/24, 1/17/25, 4/4/25, 4/25/25 March 2025 Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW

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Adjunct Instructor

University of Utah College of Social Work 2012 – 2017

• Social Work: Introduction to Animal Assisted Interventions

• 2012/2013; 2013/2014; 2014/2015; 2015/2016; 2016/2017 o Created syllabus, lectures, tests, and exams. o Brought in guest speakers and animal-assisted therapy examples.

o Graded tests and assignments.

Adjunct Instructor

University of Tennessee College of Social Work, 2006 – 2011

• Social Work 519: Social Work Research Methods, Summer 2011 o Created syllabus, lectures, tests, and exams.

o Graded tests and assignments.

Graduate Teaching Assistant

University of Tennessee College of Social Work, 2006 – 2011

• Social Work: Evidence-Based Resource Development Practice Across Systems, Fall 2010 o Taught sections on Grant Writing and Budgeting.

o Assisted with grading, quizzes, and tests.

• Social Work: Social, Economic, and Political Environment, Fall 2010 o Taught a section on the history of social work in policy.

o Assisted with grading, quizzes, and tests.

• Social Work: Introductory Seminar in Veterinary Social Work, Spring 2010 o Co-created lectures, assignments, quizzes, and exams focusing on Animal-Assisted Therapy.

• Social Work: Teaching Mentorship, Spring 2008 o Taught a section on research methods in social work. o Completed a teaching portfolio.

o Planned lessons, assignments, quizzes, and tests on research methods in social work.

• Social Work: Practice and Social Context, Fall 2006 o Taught a section on human and animal interactions.

University of Tennessee College of Therapeutic Recreation, 2008 – 2009

• Recreation and Leisure Studies: Camp Koinonia, Spring 2009 o Taught a section on evaluations and research. o Planned lessons and assignments, led discussion sections, graded papers, and proctored exams.

• Recreation and Leisure Studies: Program Design and Evaluation of Therapeutic Recreation,

Fall 2008 o Taught a section on evaluations and

research.

o Planned lessons, assignments, discussion sections, graded papers, and proctored exams.

• Recreation and Leisure Studies: Facilitation Techniques of Therapeutic Recreation, Summer

2008 o Taught a section on animal-assisted

therapy.

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o Planned lessons, assignments, and discussion sections. University of Utah College of Social Work, 2005

• Social Work: Advanced Research II Health o Taught a section on single-subject design in social work.

o Planned lessons and assignments.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE Doctoral Fellow

University of Tennessee College of Social Work and College of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Social Work, 2006 – 2009

• Assisted with research and data analysis on veterinary social work and animal-assisted therapies.

• Assisted in creating, distributing, analyzing, and writing the annual survey and department updates.

• Assisted with teaching and curriculum development. Graduate Research Assistant

University of Tennessee College of Therapeutic Recreation, 2008 – 2011

• Assisted in creating, distributing, analyzing, and writing the annual surveys for Camp Koinonia.

• Assisted with fundraising for Camp Koinonia

University of Utah College of Social Work, 2003 – 2005

• Assisted in gathering articles and analyzing the data for two meta-analyses. CONTRACTS AWARDED

Diagnostic and/or Rehabilitative Mental Health with DCFS and DJJS. 2013-2017. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Service

2023 – Present Trauma Recovery HAP – EMDR Facilitator 2022 – Present University of Utah College of Social Work Master of Social Work Admissions Committee

2023 Served as a volunteer member of a medical liability pre-litigation panel for the Utah Division of Profession Licensing

2020 Canine Companions. Co-chair of the Imagine Independence Gala (over

$120,000 in donations raised). Assisted with moving it to an online platform at the last minute due to COVID-19 and the pandemic. 2015 – Present Pet Partners of Utah, Board Member, Research Chair 2011 – 2015 Therapy Animals of Utah. Board Member, Chair.

2011 – 2013 Inside at Crestwood Farms. I provided Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (on a volunteer basis) to at-risk adolescents, individuals with disabilities, individuals who have been traumatized, and families.

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2010 – 2011 Humans and Animals Learning Together (HALT). I volunteered to assist with implementing a therapeutic intervention for at-risk adolescents through dog obedience training.

2009 – 2011 Mane Support. I assisted this non-profit equine-assisted therapy organizations in finding, writing, and implementing awarded grants with foundations, private funding, and state funding totaling over $60,000. I also helped with fundraising and therapy for children, adolescents, and adults who were experiencing grief, loss, or trauma.

2008-2009 Koinonia Retreat. I participated in therapeutic recreation at a weekend residential camp for young adults with special needs. I served as an activity leader for the animal-assisted therapy activity using dogs and horses for young adults with disabilities. I assisted in raising over $100,000 for the 2009 Koinonia Retreat at their Gala in 2008. I conducted my dissertation research, including submitting the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) submissions for the Animal-Assisted Interventions

(equine and canine) conducted at this camp for children with disabilities. 2008 Patricia Neal. I volunteered to provide recreation therapy at an adaptive golf clinic at Dead Horse Lake Golf Course

2006 – 2011 Human Animal Bond in Tennessee (HABIT). I served as a volunteer handler with animal- assisted therapies.

2006 Living from the Heart. I provided this non-profit dolphin-assisted therapy center with therapy as a volunteer helping with dolphin-assisted treatment for children with autism. I also assisted with fundraising and grant writing, totaling over

$30,000.

2004 – 2006 Intermountain Therapy Animals (Delta Society Community Partner) Volunteer. Animal-assisted therapist at Shiners’ Pediatric Orthopedic Hospital, University of Utah Medical Center, Primary Children’s Medical Center, Division of Services for People with Disabilities, and University Neuropsychiatric Institute. Professional Affiliations

2023 – Present Trauma Recovery EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Programs 2017 – Present Canine Companions (for Independence) 2014 – Present Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing International 2011 – Present Pet Partners of Utah (Previously known as Therapy Animals of Utah) 2011 - 2013 Inside at Crestwood Farms

2010 - 2011 Humans and Animals Learning Together (HALT) 2009 - 2011 Mane Support

2009 – 2014 Equine Assisted Growth and Learning

2008 – 2010 Council on Social Work Education

2007 – Present International Association for Human and Animal Interaction Organization 2007 – Present International Society of Anthrozoology 2007 – 2010 National Honor Society

2006 – 2012 International Critical Incident Stress Management Foundation 2006 – 2011 Human Animal Bond in Tennessee

2005 – Present Alumni School of Social Work University of Utah March 2025 Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW

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2004 – 2006 Society of Research Administrators International 2003 – 2006 Intermountain Therapy Animals (Pet Partners) 2003 – 2012 National Association of Social Workers Professional Conferences & Certifications

2023 Path, Intl., Equine Specialist Mental Health Learning, training and membership 2022 Neurosequential Model in Reflection & Supervision (NMRS), 2022 Clinical Yoga Practitioner 200 hr

2014 – Present Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Certified, Consultant, and Facilitator

2012 Animal-Assisted Play Therapy, Level 1

2009 – 2014 Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association, training and membership 2008 – 2014 Trauma-Focused, Cognitive - Behavioral Therapy 2006 - 2010 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Training 2006 Critical Incident Stress Management: Individual Crisis Intervention and Peer Support

2008 – 2011 Animal-Assisted Therapist, Pet Partners 2008 - Present Adult/Child First Aid and CPR

2021 Attachment Regulation Commitment (ARC), trauma treatment for Adolescents, training

2021 The EMDR Master Series with Ana Gomez -Using Group Work in EMDR Therapy

2021 Lethal Means for Suicidal Ideation

2020 Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, training

2019 Therapy with a horse, OK Corral training

2015 Animal-Assisted Intervention International Conference 2014 - 2023 Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing International Association

(EMDRIA) Professional Conference

2013 Assistance Dogs International Conference

2013 Human-Animal Interaction Conference

2006 - Present International Society for Anthrozoology, Member and Presenter 2007, 2013 International Association for Human and Animal Interaction Organizations 2011 International Association for Play Therapy

2005, 2011 Society for Social Work Research

2007 - 2010 Veterinary Social Work Summit

2008 – 2009 East Tennessee Learning Collaborative: TF-CBT 2008 Council on Social Work Education

2007 Tennessee Conference for Social Workers

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient with Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, adept at creating professional documents, managing data, and designing impactful presentations. March 2025 Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW

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• Adobe Creative Suite: Experienced with Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, and InDesign, capable of producing high-quality graphics, editing images, and creating publication-ready layouts.

• Statistical Software: Competent in utilizing SPSS and SAS for in-depth statistical analysis, data management, and interpretation to support research findings.

• Online Teaching Platforms: Adept at utilizing Blackboard, Centra, and Canvas for effective online course management, enhancing the educational experience for students remotely.

• Project Management Tools: Familiar with project coordination and tracking tools such as Trello and Asana, facilitating organized task management and team collaboration.

• Communication Tools: Experienced in leveraging communication platforms such as Slack, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams for streamlined team interaction and effective virtual meeting facilitation.

Professional Research Skills

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional ability to convey complex information, collaborate effectively with diverse groups, and maintain productive professional relationships.

• Supervision and Support: Proven expertise in guiding, mentoring, and providing administrative and technical support to students and staff in academic and research settings.

• Independent Project Management: Strong capacity to work autonomously on complex projects, demonstrating high problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Research Project Oversight: Familiarity with the complete lifecycle of research project management in the Animal-Assisted Intervention Field from conception to completion, ensuring all milestones are reached.

• Experimental Protocols: Competence in developing, executing, and troubleshooting experimental protocols, including clinical trials, to yield reliable and valid data.

• Regulatory Compliance: Proficient in managing Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols to uphold ethical standards in research).

• Research Writing and Publication: Experience in crafting papers, managing peer-reviewed processes, and preparing materials for academic publishing.

• Presentation Skills:

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