Michael Maxwell, PsyD
Dr. Maxwell started his professional counseling career in 1999, with experiences ranging from working with juvenile delinquent incarcerated youth, incarcerated adults, psychiatric patients, as an elementary school counselor, as a secondary school counselor, as a counselor educator, and as a private practice clinician.
Dr. Maxwell earned his PhD from Sam Houston State University, and his Masters and Bachelors Degrees from Texas State University. Dr. Maxwell began his career in higher education in 2009 and has been serving as a full-time faculty member at area Universities since earning his doctorate degree.
Dr. Maxwell has had 12 articles and book chapters published in professional counseling journals and textbooks and have presented at 24 national, state, and local conferences over the span of his professional career. Dr. Maxwell's research interests, publications, and presentations have included the following areas: Multiple Heritage Population; Adolescent Development; School Counselor Advocacy, Training, and Interventions; Multicultural Counseling Appreciation and Sensitivity; Middle School to High School Student Transition; Developing Resiliency in At-risk clients; and Sport Counseling
Dr. Maxwell enjoys public speaking, teaching, writing, and serving his profession. Dr. Maxwell also enjoys exercising, playing sports, remaining active in his community and church, and spending time with his wife Tracey and their 3 children Madilyn, Mason, and Jovahn.