About PsyD Faculty
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Linda J. Baum, Ph.D.
Director of Clinical Training
Associate Professor
Kimberly Coddington, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Victor Counted, Ph.D.
Dr. Baum has interests in assessment psychology, forensic psychology, and advocacy. She is the faculty mentor for the Society for Forensic and Assessment Psychology (SFAP).
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Office Hours: Thursdays 1:00-2:00 pm
Dr. Coddington’s research interests include factors impacting positive aging, cognitive rehabilitation, and the impact of neurological disorders on cognitive function including dementia, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, seizure disorders, traumatic brain injury, and concussion.
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Office Hours: Tuesdays 1:00-3:00 pm
Dr. Counted has two PhDs, one in Health Psychology and one in Psychology of Religion. His research interests include contextualization of religion and spirituality, and the integration of psychology and religion.
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Office Hours: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays 11:00-4:00 pm
Associate Professor
Fernando Garzon, Ph.D.
Dr. Garzon has interests in mindfulness, religion, and spirituality. He is the faculty mentor for the Society for Christian Accommodative Treatments and Programs (SCATP).
CHBS Assistant Dean
Shannon Kuschel, Ph.D., LPC
External Practica Coordinator
Assistant Progessor
Jessica McCleese, Psy.D.
Dr. Kuschel has a PhD in Educational Psychology. Her interests include working with children. She has been an educational therapist for 20 years and specializes in psychological assessment with children.
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Office Hours: Tuesdays 1:00-3:00 pm
Dr. McCleese is a licensed clinical psychologist and one of less than 200 certified Christian sex therapists currently in practice.
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Office Hours: https://dr-mccleese.youcanbook.me/
Director, Psychological Services Center
Associate Professor
Anna Ord, Psy.D.
CHBS Dean
Chair, Department of Graduate Psychology
Associate Professor
Dr. Ord’s research focuses on factors affecting neuropsychological functioning across the lifespan, including the role of modifiable lifestyle factors (such as sleep, nutrition, and exercise) in patients’ overall functioning and wellbeing.
Dr. Page has interests in identity development, diversity empowerment, minority student and faculty retention, allyship, and advocacy. She is the faculty mentor for the Academy of Minority Identity Development and Advocacy (AMIDA).
Cassandra Page, Psy.D.
CHBS Assistant Dean
Associate Professor
Jennifer Ripley, Ph.D.
Dr. Ripley has interests in marriage and family work, along with integration. She is one of the faculty mentors for the Hope Project and the Charis Institute.
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Office Hours: https://jennrip.youcanbook.me/
Hughes Endowed Chair of Christian Thought in Mental Health Practice
Professor
James Sells, Ph.D.
Dr. Sells is a licensed psychologist and professor. He is the co-author of Families Therapies, Counseling Couples in Conflict, Beyond the Clinical Hour, and Ministering to Families in Crisis.
Hughes Endowed Chair of Christian Thought in Mental Health Practice
Professor
Rachel Stephens, Psy.D.
Director, Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology Program
Associate Professor
Dr. Stephens has interests in trauma recovery, domestic violence, emotion-focused therapy, experiential therapy, and identity development. She is the faculty mentor for the Alethia Project.
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Office Hours: https://drstephens.youcanbook.me/
Katelyn Tollefson, Psy.D.
Asst. Director, Psychological Services Center
Assistant Professor
Dr. Tollefson brings knowledge and experience in working with children and adolescents, and has developed specializations in evidenced-based practices with this population, including TF-CBT and PCIT.
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Office Hours: https://katetol.youcanbook.me/