Dr. Timothy TJ Schoonover PhD, LPC (Arkansas), LPC (Illinois)
Assistant Professor, Northeastern State University
Dr. Schoonover is an Assistant Professor at Northern Illinois University. He completed his PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision at the University of Arkansas in June 2021. His dissertation focused on the effects that child-centered play therapy had on trauma symptoms for elementary students exposed to Adverse Childhood Experiences. Dr. Schoonover is a licensed school counselor, licensed professional counselor, and registered play therapist. His research focuses on school counseling, play therapy, trauma, and creative interventions.