Dana C. Branson is an assistant professor of Social Work at Southeast Missouri State University. Branson earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from Northcentral University in 2011, received her Master of Social Work from the University of Kansas in 1995, and completed her undergraduate work at Southwest Baptist University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Sociology in 1993. Branson has been a licensed practitioner (LCSW) since 1997. Dr. Branson has over 20 years of clinical experience with substance use disorders, mental health, co-occurring disorders, and trauma-informed care. Branson’s practice is focused primarily with women and adolescents. Branson regularly serves as a conference presenter discussing vicarious trauma, Adverse Childhood Events (ACE), adolescent substance abuse trends, and a variety of other topics. Branson has participated in international social work opportunities in Ireland, Brazil, and Belarus.