James Mahoney

James Mahoney is an Associate Professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine, affiliated with the Departments of Behavioral Medicine & Psychiatry, Neuroscience, and the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute. His work focuses on clinical neuropsychology, substance use disorders, and innovative neuromodulation therapies.

Education:

• PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Houston (2014)
• MA in Clinical Psychology, Pepperdine University (2007)

Research Interests: Dr. Mahoney investigates cognitive sequelae of substance use, neuromodulation techniques (deep brain stimulation, focused ultrasound, transcranial magnetic stimulation) for addiction treatment, and telehealth integration in clinical psychology training post-COVID-19.

Scientific Awards:

• University of Virginia – Scientist-Practitioner Scholar Fellowship (2016)
• American Psychological Association Division 28 – Young Psychopharmacologist (2017)
• West Virginia University – Chairman’s Research Award (2017, 2020)
• Bridgewater College – Young Alumnus Award (2018)
• WVU School of Medicine – Chancellor’s Outstanding Achievement in Research (2022)

Publications: He has authored 68 peer-reviewed manuscripts, including clinical trials on focused ultrasound for opioid use disorder and systematic reviews on neurocognitive impacts of addiction.

Professional Contributions: Dr. Mahoney has presented 23 invited lectures and contributed to 95 professional abstracts, emphasizing novel treatments for substance use disorders and telehealth education.