Stephen Wright
Professor of Applied Psychology and Counselor Education
Professional Counseling, Counseling Psychology
College of Education and Behavioral xxxÖ±²¥s
Contact Information
Mailing Address
University of Northern Colorado
Professional Counseling, Counseling Psychology
Campus Box 131
Greeley, CO 80639
Education
- Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology (APA accredited), Cognate/Specialization in Psychological
Assessment; Ball State University, Muncie, IN
- M.A. in Counseling, Mental Health Track; Ball State University, Muncie, IN
- B.A. in Psychology; Asbury College, Wilmore, KY
Professional/Academic Experience
- 2017- present Professor, Program Coordinator and Director of Clinical Training, University of Northern
Colorado, Counseling Psychology; Teaching, xxxÖ±²¥, and Service
- 2013- 2017 Associate Professor, University of Northern Colorado, Counseling Psychology; Teaching,
xxxÖ±²¥, and Service
- 2008-2013 Assistant Professor, University of Northern Colorado, Counseling Psychology; Teaching,
xxxÖ±²¥, and Service
xxxÖ±²¥/Areas of Interest
- Attachment Theory
- College Students
- Career Development
- Work-Family Interface
- Gifted Adults
- Scale Development
- Psychological Assessment
Publications/Creative Works
- DeOliveira, B., Dent, K., Smith, J., Merchant, W., & Wright, S. (2024). A comparative case study of the implementation of a digital app-based sexual
risk assessment at two sites. Child & Youth Services, 45(1), 116-139. DOI:
- Wright, S. L., & Jenkins-Guarnieri, M. A. (2024). Further Validation of the Social Efficacy and
Social Outcome Expectations Scale. Journal of Psychoeducational Assessment, 42(1), 74-88. DOI:
- Lyon, A. R., & Wright, S. L. (2024). Mindfulness, self-compassion, gratitude, and burnout in health service psychology
trainees: A structural equation model. Training and Education in Professional Psychology, 18(4), 340-349. DOI:
- Wright, S. L., Bach, E., Bryson, S. P., Schaller, S., & Wright, D. A. (2024). Using an App Based
Mindfulness Intervention: A Mixed Methods Approach. Cognitive and Behavioral Practice. DOI:
- Wright, S. L., Lyon, A. R. (2021). How parental attachment influences college students' social
domains. Journal of College Student Retention: xxxÖ±²¥, Theory, & Practice, 23(3), 523-528. DOI:
- Wright, S. L., Kacmarski, J., Firsick, D., Jenkins-Guarnieri, M., & Kimm, A. (2020). Family influences
on college students’ anticipated work-family conflict, social efficacy, and self-esteem. The Career Development Quarterly, 68(2), 112-128. DOI:
Honors and Awards
- President – Council of Counseling Psychology Training Programs (2023-2024)
- College Scholar Award - College of Education and Behavioral xxxÖ±²¥s (2013-2014)
- xxxÖ±²¥ Fellow - UNC Office of Sponsored Programs (2014)
Grants
2019 - Merchant, W., & Wright, S.L. cliexa-OPTIONS for Integrated Health - Digital Health Technology. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - Office of Adolescent Health (AH-TP2-18-001).
Funded for 3 years, 1 million.
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