J. Lauren Johnson, Ph.D. Dr. J. Lauren Johnson is a filmmaker, psychologist, and the founder of the Therapeutic Filmmaking Institute. After obtaining a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Video Production (York University), she received a Master of Science (University of Calgary) in Applied Psychology and Doctor of Philosophy (University of Alberta) in Counselling Psychology. She works in private practice specializing in working with women and members of First Nations in Calgary, Alberta.