Background
Emerson, Shirley was born on December 29, 1930 in Houston, Texas, United States. Daughter of Riley C. and Neola (Pinckney) Armstrong.
Emerson, Shirley was born on December 29, 1930 in Houston, Texas, United States. Daughter of Riley C. and Neola (Pinckney) Armstrong.
Bachelor, Rice University, 1953. Master of Arts, University Michigan, 1966. Doctor of Philosophy, University Michigan, 1977.
Emeritus professor counseling University Nevada, Las Vegas, 1984—2008.
President Nevada State Board Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners, since 1989. Member American Association Marriage and Family Therapists (clinical member, approved supervisor).
Married David W. Emerson, September 4, 1954. Children: Richard, Eric, Ellen.