Emily Hervey

Biography

Dr. Emily Hervey is a licensed clinical psychologist and field traumatologist. She comes from an international background, having grown up on three different continents. Since then, she has provided psychological care and trauma-response training globally, including Nigeria, Kurdistan, Chile, Jordan, Spain, Kenya, and Burundi, both in direct response to disasters and for the equipping of local leaders.

Both teaching and research are exciting ways to facilitate learning and discovery, particularly concerning the care of the under-served. As the director of the Global Mental Health and Healing research lab, Hervey specializes in global mental health, trauma, cross-cultural adjustment, and member care. She developed a program, The Tree of Life: Finding Healing and Growth in Jesus, to help those exposed to trauma and equip them to help others. She and her husband have had opportunities to take the program around the world and continue to do so wherever God opens the door.

Education

Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology
Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA (APA Accredited Program)
Dissertation Title: Supporting Healthy International Family Transition: A Family Workbook

M.A. in Clinical Psychology
Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA (APA Accredited Program)

B.A. Major in Psychology, with a Minor in Studio Art
Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA

Publications

Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles

Hervey, E. G. (2024). The effects of a spiritually integrated trauma healing program on PTSD symptoms and spiritual well-being in Nigeria. Spirituality in Clinical Practice.

Hervey, E. G. (2023). Spiritually oriented trauma healing in Nigeria: A program evaluation to assess trauma-symptom reduction and spiritual growth. Journal of Psychology and Theology, 51(3), 412–428.

Hervey, E. G. (2017). Culture, spirituality, self-acceptance, and relationships among Latino students. Journal of Cross-Cultural Family Studies, 1.

Hervey, E. G. (2009). Cultural transition during childhood and adjustment to college. Journal of Psychology and Christianity, 28, 3-12.

Books/Booklets/Book Chapters

Hervey, E. & Mellerstig, D. (2024). Mental Health as Mission: Our Journey into Trauma Training and Care. In K. O’Donnell & M. O’Donnell (Eds.) Global Member Care: Volume Three. William Carey Publishing.

Hervey, E. G. (2024). Light Up or Burn Out: Caring for Self and Others in Times of Crisis. Worldwide Writings. (In English and Spanish)

Hervey, E. G. (2020). The Tree of Life Bible Study: Finding Growth in Jesus. Worldwide Writings.

Hervey, E. G. (2020). The Tree of Life Bible Study: Finding Healing in Jesus. Worldwide Writings.

Hervey, E. G. (2020). Introduction to the Tree of Life Bible Study. Worldwide Writings.

Hervey, E. G. (2019). The Tree of Life Instructor’s Manual. Worldwide Writings.

Hervey, E. G. (2015). The Tree of Life: Finding Healing and Growth in Jesus. Worldwide Writings.

Hervey, E. G. (2014). Glorifying God at the Rocks of Remembrance. Worldwide Writings.

Hervey, E. G. (2012). Setting Sail: The Family Workbook. Worldwide Writings.

Hervey, E. G. (2011). Returning to My Parents' Foreign "Home." In G. Bell-Villada, E. N. Orr, F. Eidse, & N. Sichel (Eds.) Writing Out of Limbo: International Childhoods, Third Culture Kids and Global Nomads. Cambridge Scholars Publishing.

Sells, J. N., & Hervey, E. G. (2011). Forgiveness in Sexual Abuse: Defining Our Identity in the Journey toward Wholeness. In A. J. Schmutzer (Ed.) The Long Journey Home: Understanding and Ministering to the Sexually Abused. Wipf & Stock Publishers.

Magazines

Hervey, E. G. (2010). On the road toward restoration: Faith in the midst of trauma and tragedy. Faith & Therapy, 4.

Presentations

Hervey, E. G., & Blevins, S. (November, 2025). Caring for the Whole PERSON: A Holistic Model for Missionary Well-Being. Workshop at the Mental Health and Missions Conference, Hurst, TX.

Hervey, E. G. (March, 2025). The Tree of Life: A Spiritually Integrated Approach for Trauma Recovery and Resilience. Presentation at the Christian Association of Psychological Studies Conference in Denver, CO.

Hervey, E. G., & Mellerstig, C. D. (March, 2025). Light Up or Burn Out: Self-Care Strategies for Those Who Serve the Suffering. Online webinar for Frontiers’ Barnabas Team.

Hervey, E. G., & Mellerstig, C. D. (November, 2024). Learning from Our Neighbors: How Global Mental Health and Member Care Interact. Workshop at the Mental Health and Missions Conference in Hurst, TX.

Hervey, E. G. (March, 2024). Cuidado Para el Cuidador. Online presentation for support group of Chilean mothers.

Hervey, E. G., & Mellerstig, C. D. (March, 2024). Comprendiendo el Trauma y Recuperándose de los Desastres. Training for volunteer responders to Chilean wildfires.

Hervey, E. G., & Mellerstig, C. D. (March, 2024). Renaciendo de las Cenizas: Un Viaje Hacia Resiliencia y la Renovación. Presentation for survivors of Chilean wildfires.

Hervey, E. G., & Mellerstig, C. D. (September, 2023). Bringing Healing and Growth from Trauma. Online Webinar for Frontiers’ Barnabas Team.

Hervey, E. G. (October, 2022). From Helpless and Hopeless to Empowerment and Restoration. Workshop provided for The Restoration Act, Sharya, Kurdistan, Iraq.

Hervey, E. G. (October, 2022). Trauma, Triggers, and Tolerance: Facilitating Relaxation, Recovery, and Regrowth. Workshop provided for The Restoration Act, Sharya, Kurdistan, Iraq.

Hervey, E. G. & Mellerstig, C. D. (September, 2022). Helping the Hurting: Inner Healing in Missions. MAP talk at the New Wineskins Global Missions Conference, Ridgecrest, NC.

Radio Presentation
Hervey, E. G. (January, 2010). Transitions Research, Parts 1, 2, & 3. Interviewed by Brent Lindquist on Member Care Radio, Trans World Radio. Available at Member Care Media.

Honors, Awards, and Grants

John Stott Faculty Grant, 2024-2025
Certificate of Appreciation from Green Cross Academy of Traumatology, 2020
Latino Leadership Researcher Award, 2010
Teacher’s Assistant Scholarship, 2008-2011
Academic Merit Scholarship at Regent University, 2007-2011
AJ Anderson Scholarship at Whitman College, 2003-2007
National Merit Scholar, 2003
Academic Honoree at IDC Youth Leadership Banquet, 2003

Certifications and Additional Training

Green Cross Academy of Traumatology
- February 23, 2018: Certified Clinical Traumatologist
- October 14, 2010: Certified Field Traumatologist

Trauma Healing Institute
- October 8, 2016: Certified Training Facilitator

Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM)
- May 3-4, 2016: Emotional and Spiritual Care in Disasters
- May 5-6, 2016: Understanding Suicide: Effective Tools for Prevention, Intervention and Survivor Support
- May 22, 2010: Grief Following Trauma

The Center for Trauma Studies
- March 13, 2009: Treating Sexual Trauma
- February 14, 2009: EMDR, Level 1
- January 17, 2009: Psychological First Aid
- December 6, 2008: Assessment and Treatment of PTSD
- November 1, 2008: Compassion Fatigue Therapist
- October 25, 2008: Compassion Fatigue Educator