Emily Kahumoku-Fessler, Ph.D., L.M.F.T.
Assistant Professor, Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy
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Biography
Dr. Kahumoku-Fessler joined Chaminade University in 2023 as the Associate Director of the Doctor of Marriage and Family Therapy program and an Associate Professor of psychology. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Clinical Fellow, and an Approved Supervisor with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). Dr. Kahumoku-Fessler conducts research on marital and parenting relationships and stressors and specializes in providing sex therapy and working with high-conflict couples. Dr. Fessler has been an invited speaker at conferences and podcasts across the US on topics regarding ethics, diversity, mental health, and improving relationships.
Academic Degrees
2011 Ph.D., Auburn University. Major: Human Development and Family Studies. Supervisor: Dr. Alexander T. Vazsonyi.
2009 Program Completion. Major: Marriage and Family Therapy. Clinical Supervisors: Dr. Margaret K. Keiley, Dr. Scott A. Ketring, and Dr. Thomas A. Smith.
2008 M.S., Auburn University. Major: Human Development and Family Studies. Supervisor: Dr. Alexander T. Vazsonyi,
2005 B.S., Texas Tech University. Major: Human Development and Family Studies. Magna Cum Laude.
