Nikki Ray

Compassionate and driven Marriage and Family Therapy Intern with a 4.0 GPA, dedicated to providing systemic, culturally responsive care to diverse populations. A former Case Manager experienced in crisis intervention and support for Veterans and Homeless population. Currently serves as Chief of the GAMFT Student Committee and contributes to GAMFT legislation and student support. Eager to pursue a PhD in MFT to expand clinical expertise, contribute original research, and help support the next generation of MFT therapists.

• Sexual Assault and Response Council Leader, EVERFI, 09/01/21
• Online CPR/AED, Red Cross, 04/01/23
• CPR/AED All Ages, HSI Approved Training, 05/01/23
• SOAR, SAMSHA SOAR WORKS, 07/28/23
• Ethics and Risk Management in Telehealth, 08/16/24
• IRB Basic Course, CITI, 01/17/25
• Cybernetic Training: Downloaded Files and Software, Valdosta State University, 03/27/25
• Internet Security, Valdosta State University, 03/27/25

• American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), 08/20/24
• AAMFT Liability Insurance, 09/16/24
• Georgia Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (GAMFT), 02/01/24

• Employee of the Month, Apalachee Center, 12/01/23
• Veteran Stand Down Outstanding Volunteer, Apalachee Center, 05/19/23

• Bridging the Gap: Ethical Strategies for Navigating Religious Conversations In Therapy, 09/15/24
• How to Change the Conversation to Build Bridges Over Troubled Waters, 12/19/24
• The Disproportionate Woman: Changing Perception Through Relational Thinking, 02/28/25
• Mindfully Navigating Emotions in Systemic Work with Veterans and Their Partners, 04/18/25

• 1 CE: The 3 keys to passing the MFT Exam, Therapy That Works Institute, 01/13/25
• 1.5 CE Ethics: GAMFT Legislative Town Hall, 06/20/2025