Dr. Sophie Yohani

Professor

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Biography

Sophie Yohani is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Alberta, specializing in Educational Psychology. With a background in counseling psychology and global mental health, she has extensive experience in community psychology, program development, and community-based research. Her research interests encompass multicultural counseling, childhood and adult trauma, psychosocial adaptation, and resilience. Dr. Yohani's work integrates theoretical perspectives such as ecological systems theory and (critical) multicultural counseling therapy. Previously, she held an adjunct visiting professorship at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences in Tanzania. Her current projects include examining mental health adaptation among survivors of the Rwandan genocide and studying mental health promotion in the Syrian community. Furthermore, she is involved in research on the well-being of African families in Alberta, focusing on parenting practices and family resilience. Dr. Yohani maintains professional memberships with organizations including the College of Alberta Psychologists and the Canadian Psychology Association.

Research Interests

Courses

EDPY 402: Child Development for Educators EDPY 442: Introduction to Counseling EDPY 532: Systems Counseling EDPY 533: Basic Issues, Skills, and Attitudes in Counseling EDPY 534: Basic Issues, Skills, and Attitudes in Counseling II EDPY 542: Cross Cultural Counseling EDPY 545: Individual Psychological Assessment EDPY 597: Introduction to Play Therapy EDPY 597: Basic Issues, Skills, and Attitudes in School Counseling EDPY 634: Advanced Counseling Practicum EDPY 635: Advanced Multicultural Practice: Clinical Practice in Community Setting

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management