Ebony White, PhD

Assistant Clinical Professor, Counseling and Family Therapy Department

Ebony White has worked in community mental health for over 17 years with incarcerated women and men, homeless adults, clients with severe and persistent mental illness, clients with dual diagnoses, and adolescents with cognitive, behavioral and addictions concerns. Her advocacy and clinical work are currently centered on mental health in Black communities locally, nationally and globally. In addition, she conducts multicultural and mental health training for teachers, clergy, law enforcement and professional organizations.

White teaches courses in cognitive behavioral counseling, group counseling, substance use counseling and case management. Her research agenda is advocacy and social justice within the African American community with specific attention to the experiences of African American women and girls raised by women. She also conducts research on multicultural issues in transracial adoption.

In The News

Unprecedented Struggles, Unexpected Joys: Parents Share the Realities of Raising a Newborn in a Pandemic
Ebony White, PhD, interim director of the Stephen and Sandra Sheller 11th Street Family Health Services Center and assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in two April 1 Philadelphia Inquirer articles about babies born during the pandemic and how it has affected their development.
When Will the Pandemic End? Here’s How To Cope With New Mandates and a Coronavirus Wave. | Elizabeth Wellington
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in an Aug. 12 Philadelphia Inquirer opinion piece on coping methods for pandemic-related stress with the recent surge in new COVID-19 cases and re-instituting of mask mandates.
The Derek Chauvin Verdict Is In. These Are the Lessons of This Painful Year, and Where To Go From Here. | Elizabeth Wellington
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in an April 20 Philadelphia Inquirer opinion piece about key lessons learned, like self-care for the Black community, from the past year leading to end of the Derek Chauvin trial.
Why Aren’t Black Protesters Called ‘Great Patriots’? | Elizabeth Wellington
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a Jan. 7 Philadelphia Inquirer story about the trauma Black people felt watching the violent unrest at the Capitol and the differing response from police than during protests in summer 2020.
11 Philadelphians on What the Coronavirus Has Taught Them About Letting Go
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a July 23 Philadelphia Inquirer story about what the coronavirus has taught 11 Philadelphians about letting go.
George Floyd Shows Black Folks Don't Need More 'Allies.' We Need Active Bystanders.
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 17 NBC News opinion piece about the Black community wanting allies to become active bystanders in order to dismantle structural racism.
Donate to These Organizations Addressing Racism and Mental Health
Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 7 Lifehacker article about organizations addressing mental health and racism.
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Ebony White, PhD, an assistant clinical professor in the College of Nursing and Health Professions, was quoted in a June 6 Philadelphia Inquirer article about coping strategies for the Black community following recent violence and protests.