Hunter Stanfield

Hunter Stanfield is an Assistant Professor at Lipscomb University's Department of Psychology, Counseling, and Family Science. He teaches in the graduate Marriage and Family Therapy and undergraduate Psychology programs. A licensed marital and family therapist (LMFT) in Tennessee, he also holds AAMFT-approved supervisor and certified family life educator (CFLE) credentials. His academic background includes degrees from Pepperdine University (B.S. 2009, M.A. 2012, M.D.R. 2013), the University of Alabama (M.S. 2016), and Kansas State University (Ph.D. 2019).

Stanfield's research focuses on mental health, gender dynamics, aging populations, and family systems. Notable areas include dementia-related ethical dilemmas, male mental health barriers, and intergenerational family roles. He has presented at conferences and contributed to academic discussions on bystander intervention in violence and leisure's impact on depressive symptoms.

His community involvement includes volunteering with Lipscomb's LIFE program and the Doherty Foundation for Social and Civic Well-Being. Current roles combine teaching, clinical supervision, and interdisciplinary collaboration in family science. Grants and future work are not explicitly detailed in the provided information.

No formal awards are listed, though his professional certifications reflect industry recognition. He advises no listed students and maintains an active presence in academic networks via Google Scholar and ResearchGate.