Lephaedra Johnson, MA Candidate, MSW

About Lephaedra Johnson

Lephaedra is a Master of Social Work student at The University of Texas Permian Basin with a passion for supporting veterans, service members, their families, children, and communities. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Behavioral Science with a minor in Military Leadership from the University of Houston.

As a combat veteran with more than a decade of service in the United States Army, Lephaedra brings personal insight into the experiences and challenges faced by members of the military community. She also has experience working with children through the Department of Family and Protective Services, where she developed skills in advocacy, family support, child welfare, and trauma-informed care.

Through academic training and professional experience, Lephaedra has developed skills in active listening, advocacy, case management, resource coordination, and client-centered support. She is committed to practicing from a strengths-based, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed perspective.

During the internship at The Thoughtful Counseling Group, Lephaedra hopes to continue developing her clinical and professional skills while contributing to the well-being, resilience, and empowerment of the individuals, children, and families served.