Dr. Carew holds a PhD in Social Work from Michigan State University and is a Licensed Master level Social Worker (LMSW) in the State of Michigan. She has extensive experience in social work education having taught in undergraduate and graduate social work programs for over 20 years. In addition to her academic contributions, Dr. Carew has over 18 years of practice experience in faith-based and nonprofit organizations. With a passion for preparing students to serve with both professional excellence and Christ-centered compassion, Dr. Carew integrates her expertise in trauma-informed care, child welfare and clinical practice into the classroom in the context of a biblical worldview.

Education:

PhD, Michigan State University, Lansing, MI
MSW, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI
BSW, Grand Valley State University, Allendale, MI

Courses Taught:

SWK 515 Theories and Life Stage Development
SWK 526 Macro Generalist Practice
SWK 556 Child and Adolescent Treatment
SWK 610 Cross Cultural Counseling
SWK 613 Advanced Child and Family Policy
SWK 625 Clinical Practice: Individuals and Families
SWK 628 Advanced Child and Family Practice
SWK 630 Advanced Practice with Organizations and Communities

Publications/Creative Works:

Carew, N.M. (2016). Secondary traumatic stress and the foster parenting experience: Exploring factors associated with the prevalence of secondary traumatic stress in foster parents caring for children who have experienced trauma. [Doctoral dissertation, Michigan State University].

Verse:

Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.