John Millikin, PhD, LMFT

Dr. Millikin participated in the Bowen Center's Postgraduate Program from 2015-2019 and became a faculty member in 2019.  He is the head of research in the Bowen Center Clinic, leading an IRB-approved project of tracking family emotional process and progress towards differentiation of self for both the consultant and coach. He also is co-director of the Continuing Studies online program which offers international learning of Bowen theory.  His interests include the application of Bowen theory to clinical practice, teaching Bowen theory in various settings, and staying current with research in the sciences. 

Dr. Millikin earned a doctorate in human development/family therapy at Virginia Tech in 2000. He has maintained a private practice in Reston, VA, since 2001 and works with individuals, couples, and families from a systems approach. From 2002 to 2020, he taught a variety of courses as an adjunct faculty member in the Virginia Tech master’s program in family therapy.

Contact information: jmillikin@thebowencenter.org