Mialauni T. Griggs-Holke, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor, Couple and Family Therapy

Introduction

Mialauni “Mia” Griggs-Holke (she/her) earned both her Bachelor’s in Psychology and Master’s in Child Development and Family Studies from PNW. Mia currently holds her LMFT in the state of Illinois and will soon hold a dual license in the state of Indiana.

Research Overview

Mia’s research areas focus on historical trauma influence on BIPOC interpersonal relationship configurations and conflict resolution. She also examines sexual wellness, chronic illness and bipolar disorder treatment from a systemic and relational perspective.

Select Publications

Mia’s most recent publication, Evaluating Structural Therapy from a Consensual Nonmonogamy Lens, clinically addresses consensual nonmon from a Structural Family Therapy perspective.

Teaching Focus

Mia joined the PNW faculty during Summer 2022 as a Limited Term Lecturer for the Couple and Family Therapy Graduate Program. She served as a Visiting Instructor during the 2022-23 academic year and is now an Assistant Professor of Couple and Family Therapy (2024 to present).

About Mialauni “Mia” Griggs-Holke

She has served various intersectional populations in her clinical work and has a strong focus on the relational impacts of social justice issues among individuals, families, and those in romantic relationships. She is currently in the process of obtaining her American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Approved Supervisor credentials in addition to her Sex Therapy certification through the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT).