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Julianne Rollins Mitchell

Julianne Rollins Mitchell

Clinical Associate Professor; Fac Dir, The Collaborative

julianne.mitchell@du.edu

303-871-2071 (Office)

Craig Hall, 2148 South High St. Denver, CO 80208

What I do

Attending GSSW was a life-changing experience for me that cultivated and refined my passions for helping others, giving back and learning. My goal is to support and encourage as many students as possible to honor who they are and do what they love through their GSSW journey.

Specialization(s)

children and youth, clinical social work, culturally-responsive practice, higher education, leadership and organizations, mental and behavioral health, social justice, play therapy

Professional Biography

Clinical Associate Professor Julianne Mitchell believes in people and encouraging them to reach for the extraordinary. As a clinician and educator, she has worked with children, families, students, and the community for over 20 years. Julianne has extensive experience in field education, training, community engagement, clinical practice, and program development in a variety of settings, including schools, nonprofits, government agencies, and private sectors. Her research interests include interprofessional education and collaborative practice, play therapy, early childhood mental health, and diversity and inclusion training.

Julianne is the lead faculty coordinator for the Children and Youth Pathway and the GSSW School Social Work Certificate. She is an enthusiastic instructor who strives to lead through the lenses of social justice and critical thinking in all of her work. Julianne is also the Faculty Director of the DU Mental Health and Wellness Collaborative, an interdisciplinary initiative that strives to increase access to mental health services and promotes interprofessional training for students.

Degree(s)

  • MSW, Social Work, University of Denver, 2002
  • BA, Psychology, Emory University, 1995

Licensure / Accreditations

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Professional Affiliations

  • Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
  • Other
  • Other

Media Sources

Featured Publications

Mitchell, J. R. (1998). Accuracy in Identifying Affect in Child & Adult Faces & Voices & Social Competence in Preschool Children. Genetic, Social, and General Psychology Monographs. Yes, 124(1), 39-59.

Presentations

Mitchell, J. R., & Petrila, A. T. (2017). The Early Childhood Interprofessional Training Model: Supporting Young Children and Families. 2017 Annual Program Meeting. Dallas, TX: Council on Social Work Education.
Mitchell, J. R., Arnold-Renicker, H. C., Gonzales, B. C., & Ortega, D. M. (2019). Promoting allyship in field education: Integrating diversity training across systems. Council on Social Work Education Annual Program Meeting. Denver Colorado: Council on Social Work Education.
Mitchell, J. R., Gorgens, K. A., & Henderson Metzger, L. (2020). DPS Curiosity Series: An Exploration into Psychology, Social Work, and Interprofessional Education (IPE). DPS Curiosity Series. ZOOM: DPS.
Mitchell, J. R., Gorgens, K. A., & Henderson Metzger, L. (2021). Applying Interprofessional Principles in Clinical Work: A Review and Demonstration. GSPP Lunch and Learn. Zoom: GSPP COST Program.
Mitchell, J. R., Gorgens, K. A., & Henderson Metzger, L. (2023). Interdisciplinary applications of interprofessional education and training. DU Health and Wellness Collaborative workshop for CCESL Public Impact Fellows . DU/hybrid: Center for Community Engagement to advance Scholarship & Learning (CCESL) .
Mitchell, J. R. (2023). Creating Synergies. Creating Synergies Eats & Engagement. Suite 1100, Community Commons : CCESL.

Awards

  • Kay M. Stevenson Faculty Citizenship Award, Amanda Moore McBride, Morris Endowed Dean and Professor
  • Faculty Career Champion Nominee, DU Career and Professional Development Services
  • Faculty Career Champion Nominee, DU Career Services