Dr. Joseph Himle

Professor

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Biography

Joseph Himle is the Howard V. Brabson Collegiate Professor Emeritus of Social Work at the University of Michigan, where he has made significant contributions to the field of mental health intervention research. His work focuses on cognitive behavioral therapy, particularly for underserved populations including adults and youth. As a principal investigator and mentor, he has been involved in over 20 research grants funded by the National Institutes of Health and other sources. Himle's scholarly interests extend to psychosocial interventions and the neurobiological factors associated with mental disorders. He has held administrative roles within the School of Social Work, including Interim Dean and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Research. As an active clinician and educator, he presents extensively at local, national, and international conferences. His professional dedication has earned him recognition as a fellow of the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare, as well as the Academy of Cognitive Therapy.

Research Interests

Awards

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Distinguished Faculty Award

2025-01-01
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Fellow

2020-01-01
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Distinguished Clinical Translational Research Mentor Award

2019-01-01
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Outstanding Social Work Doctoral Dissertation Award Review Committee

2010-01-01
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Teacher of the Year

2007-01-01

Courses

CBT Depressive Disorders Advanced Topics Interpersonal Practice Topics Social Work

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science