PhD Candidate in Clinical Psychology
Recognizing that faith plays an integral part in a person’s psychological health, Briana Van Scoy knew Fuller Theological Seminary was the best equipped school to help her learn to integrate the two.  Since beginning her degree, Briana has loved the opportunity to take both theology and psychology classes simultaneously, engaging in constant dialogue about how the two disciplines can interact in therapy.  Fuller professors have helped her think critically about how one field impacts the other and vice versa, offering Briana a rich opportunity to grow as a future therapist in ways other graduate programs are not able to afford.

After finishing her degree, Briana hopes to work on a college or university campus, providing counseling support to students.  She says “I’ve seen first hand the good that therapy can do in the lives of my own clients…and I want to use my skills as a therapist to assist students in overcoming their obstacles so they may succeed at pursuing their goals.”  She strongly believes that psychologists will be more effective in providing healing to clients if they continue to enrich their understanding of the field and stay up with current research.  Some day, Briana would like to be involved in further research to help practicing therapists grow in deeper understanding of the field.  Briana also has goals of becoming a professor of psychology, helping train a future generation of psychologists using the solid foundation she is gaining here at Fuller.   

“I know I am receiving a solid education here at Fuller that will prepare me for what I feel God has called me to do,” Briana states, “And the support I have received from family and friends like you has enabled me to thrive.  Thank you for your financial support!”