Andi Thacker
As a professor in the Biblical counseling department, Dr. Thacker is passionate about teaching counseling students to integrate scripture and psychology and apply those concepts to real life counseling situations. In addition to her teaching responsibilities at DTS, Dr. Thacker maintains a small private practice in which she specializes with children and adolescents and supervises LPC-Interns. Dr. Thacker completed her training with a master’s degree in biblical counseling from DTS and a PhD in counselor education and supervision from the University of North Texas. She is a licensed professional counselor, a board approved supervisor, and holds multiple certifications in counseling. Most importantly, she is married to Chad and they have three children: Emerson, William, and Webb.
Andi Thacker’s Journal Articles
- “Addressing the Neglect of Students of Color: The Strategy of Life Coaching.” Journal of Sociology and Christianity (8:1). 2018. 23–42.
- “Research in counseling: A 10-year review to inform practice.” Journal of Counseling and Development (Summer 2011:89). 2011. 349-359.
Andi Thacker’s Contributions
Dealing with Grief and Anxiety
Mothers Working Outside the Home
Cultural Engagement: Busyness, Burnout, and Apathy
3 Lessons Christian Parents Can Learn from Play Therapy
