Academic Programs

M.S.W. University of Hawaii of Manoa

Case Management Services
Working with Adult Survivors
Poverty Issues and Strength Based Supervision
Ethical Issues in Social Work Practice
Family and Child Sexual Abuse
Special Needs of Children

2010, Ph.D, Human Environmental Sciences
Emphasis: Human Nutrition and Exercise
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
Human Environmental Sciences
Research: Effect of a Caffeinated Sport Drink on Vo2Max, RPE and Strength.

2009, Registered Dietitian Program Completed, Exam Passed

2005, M.S., Nutritional Sciences
Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
Human Environmental Sciences
Research: Select Components of Dried Plum and Their Effects on Bone Loss Induced by Hindlimb Unloading in the Female Rat.

2002, B.S., Kinesiology and Leisure Studies
Oklahoma Baptist University, Shawnee, OK

Dr. Emily Boldrin is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, who holds a M.S. and Ph.D. in Nutritional Sciences from Oklahoma State University and a B.S. in Kinesiology from Oklahoma Baptist University. She worked for many years in course development, research and community nutrition and is an active board member of the Colorado Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She has over 19 years of teaching experience teaching courses ranging from 1 student to 200 students.

In 2008 she dipped her toes into the online teaching world and hasn’t looked back, teaching over 300 courses since then. Most important to her, throughout her years of teaching online, is developing connections with students. She strives to make the online world friendly and welcoming! When she is not typing away, she enjoys being outside and active with her kids, husband, and pets in beautiful Colorado.

Program Planning and Evaluation

In the fifth grade we were given an assignment to bring in our favorite book to share with the class. With a strong sense of pride and a desire to help others, I squeezed The Doctors Book of Home Remedies in between the row of colorfully decorated Judy Blume and Goosebumps novels. In reflection, what was I thinking? My teacher probably thought my childhood was being suppressed, my fellow 10 year old classmates were most likely confused by my contribution, and I just felt proud to share my fascinating book on “cures”. Needless to say, I knew from a young age that health would be my area of focus.

My undergrad and graduate degrees are in public health and for close to ten years, I have focused on education and program planning for a variety of communities and professionals in the areas of asthma, tobacco treatment, and nutrition.

Public health was one of the best things that has happened to me. I am excited about my future in this amazingly diverse field and to be working in workforce development by bringing creativity and innovation to the field through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Ed.D. in Counseling Psychology,
Argosy University

Master of Social Work,
Adelphi University School of Social Work

BS in Psychology,
St. Joseph’s College

Dr. Coccoma earned her MSW degree from Adelphi University in Long Island, New York and a Doctorate in Education (Counseling Psychology) from Argosy University Sarasota, Florida.

Originally from New York, her social work career included multiple positions from a social worker to Assistant Executive Director at a large child caring agency providing services and program development addressing the mental health needs of children, families and adults. She has taught in MSW/BSW accreditated programs for 15 years in state and private university settings. Additionally, she is an active clinician maintaining a private clinical social work practice providing psychotherapy to adults and families. She has been active member of NASW throughout her career.

Her research focus has been in trauma, trauma informed care, ethics and mental health. She has published in peer reviewed journals and co-authored a book entitled “Trauma Informed Care: How Neuroscience influences Practice” (Routledge Taylor & Francis Group). Additionally, she has lectured on topics including social work ethics, and adolescent mental health.

Coccoma, P. (2014) Transitions and Tradeoffs: A social worker’s snapshot of the  American military family.  Reflections: Narratives of the Social Work Profession.

Coccoma, P. (2013) Comparative Study of Evidence Based Treatment Modalities for Adolescents with Depression. Annals of the    American Psychotherapy Association v. 16 no.1 pg. 84-89

Coccoma, P., Peppers, C., & Molhoek, J. (2012) Creativity and Wikis: Partnering Virtual Team Technology and Social Work Education.  Journal of Online Learning and Teaching. v. 8#2 pg 147- 158

Bruster, B., & Coccoma, P. (2013) Mentoring for Educational Success:  Advancing Foster Care Youth Utilizing Core         Competencies. Journal of Human Behavior and Social Environment.  DOI:10.1080/10911359.2013.764218

Coccoma, P., & Bruster, B. (2012, fall) Social Work and the Community Mentoring Teens: Preparing Their Future. College of Health Professions and Social Work; Social Work Review                 

Coccoma, P., & Anstadt, S. (2011) Considering an Alternative: Interest in use of spiritually based activities as deterrent to substance abuse behavior.  The International Journal of Child and Adolescent Health; 4(3) pp. 247-256

Evans, A., & Coccoma, P. (2014) Trauma Informed Care: How Neuroscience Influences Practice. New York: Routledge Publishing.

Evans, A & Coccoma, P (2016). F.E.A.R.: A Rubric for Understanding Trauma – Informed Care NSAW-FL Annual Conference Orlando, Florida

Evans, A & Coccoma, P (2014). F.E.A.R.: A Rubric for Understanding  Informed Care NSAW-FL Annual Conference Ft. Lauderdale, FL. June 2014. Invited presentation.

Coccoma, P., & Bruster, B. (2011). Mentoring for Educational Success: Advancing Foster Care Youth. NASW-FL Annual Conference Tampa, Fl. 6/11 Presented

Bruster, B., & Coccoma, P. (2012). Mentoring for Educational Success: A partnership between Children’s Network of SWFL and FGCU. Daniel Memorial Conference on Independent Living. Sept 4-7, 2012 Atlanta, Ga.

Coccoma, P., & Evans, A. (2012). Trauma and Recovery: How Neuroscience Influences Interventions. NASW National Conference: The Power of Social Work. Washington, DC July 2012. Accepted

Peppers, C., Coccoma, P., & Molhoek, J (2012). Creativity and Wikis: Virtual Teams and Social Work Education. Poster session presented at: Florida Gulf Coast  University 11th Annual Research Day – April 20, 2012 Fort Myers, Florida. 

Coccoma, P., & Bruster, B. (2011). Mentoring for Educational Success: Advancing Foster Care Youth Utilizing Core Competencies. Mississippi Child Welfare Institute, Jackson State University, Jackson, Mi. Feb 16-17., 2011.

Coccoma, P. & Bruster, B. (2010). Mentoring for Success: A service learning  partnership with independent living foster care youth and social work students Mississippi Child Welfare Institute. Jackson State University Jackson, Mi. Feb. 4 -5, 2010. Presented

Coccoma, P. (2009). Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice. NASW South Carolina Annual Conference. Myrtle Beach, SC 3/09 Presented

Coccoma, P., & Evans, A. (2008). Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice American Psychotherapy Association Annual Conference. San Diego, Ca. Sept. 2008.

Coccoma, P. (2017). Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice, National Association of Social Workers, Emerald Coast Unit; NASW Florida Chapter. Panama City , Fl.

Coccoma, P. (2017). Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice, National Association of Social Workers, Northwest Unit NASW Florida Chapter. Pensacola, Fl.

Coccoma, P. (2017). Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice, National Association of Social Workers, SW Unit NASW Florida Chapter. Fort Myers, Fl.

Coccoma, P (2016). Trauma Informed Care Panel. Barry University. Fort Myers, Fl.

Coccoma, P. (2015). Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice, National Association of  Social Workers, SW Florida Chapter. Fort Myers, Fl. College of Health Professions and Social Work (2014) Promotion Workshop. Panel presentation. FGCU Fort Myers, Florida

Trauma, Trauma Informed Care

Teletherapy and Covid 19, draft manuscript

M.S.W. Boston University

Individual and Group Therapy
Case Management
Child and Adolescent
Young Adult
Grief and Loss
Serious Illness
Relationship Issues

Master of Public Health
George Washington University, 2019

Master of Science in Narrative Medicine
Columbia University, 2017

Bachelor of Arts in Medical Humanities
Indiana University, Purdue University, Indianapolis, 2015

Bachelor of Arts in Biology
Indiana University, Purdue University, Indianapolis, 2015

Fellowship, Columbia University Precision Medicine Initiative
Center for the Study of Social Difference (New York City, New York)

Trauma Focused Individual and Family Therapy; Addiction Counseling; Dual Diagnosis; Feminist Empowerment; Women’s Issues; Intimate Partner Violence; Clinical Supervision; Case Management; Community Organizing; Community Leadership; Program Development

Grace Violette is a Registered Dietitian, and earned a Master’s of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Maine, Orono. Grace’s thesis research focused on sleep, stress, and BMI in first-year college students. Grace completed her dietetic internship in 2016, and is a Registered/Licensed Dietitian, practicing in the clinical field since 2017 with a focus in geriatric, renal, cardiac, and surgical patients. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, being active, and spending time outside.