Eli DeHope received her doctorate in clinical social work from the University of Pennsylvania. She also holds a master’s degree in social work, a master’s degree in social gerontology (both from the University of Pennsylvania) and a master’s degree in psychology (from West Chester University of PA). Dr. DeHope is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Pennsylvania. Eli has worked for over 35 years in the field of clinical social work; her specializations are within the fields of social justice, aging, mental health and traumatic brain injury. Eli was appointed Professor Emeritus at West Chester University of Pennsylvania, having retired after 20 years as a Professor of Social Work.