Ellen Grant

Ellen Grant serves as a Senior Applied Research Project Instructor at The Chicago School's online campus within the Department of IO/Business Psychology, Organization Leadership, and Behavioral Economics. She has provided course development and instruction for Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Behavioral Economics programs since 2009, leading Applied Research Project courses while supporting dissertation committees for Business Psychology and Organizational Leadership Doctoral Programs.

Her educational background includes:

• B.A. in Psychology from the University of Vermont
• M.A. in Clinical Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
• Ph.D. from The Chicago School

Dr. Grant's research focuses on psychological and educational dynamics, with primary interests in personality traits, academic achievement predictors, learning methodologies, and organizational change management. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in online learning environments and workplace productivity systems.

Professional experience spans clinical counseling across Chicago, Philadelphia, and Burlington (Vermont), specializing in mental health integration within social systems. Prior to academia, she delivered clinical/business management services through a global employee assistance program targeting employee relations, productivity optimization, and wellness initiatives. She also contributed to The Chicago School's Center for Academic Excellence, providing specialized support in academic writing, APA formatting, and presentation skills.

Her expertise encompasses:

• Child & Adolescent Development
• Social Development
• Clinical Psychology/Mental Health
• Stress/Coping Mechanisms