Jennifer Ripley

Dr. Jennifer Ripley is the Hughes Endowed Chair and tenured Professor of Clinical Psychology at Regent University's School of Psychology & Counseling. She holds licensure as a clinical psychologist in Virginia and has been active in academia since 2007. Her work integrates clinical psychology with Christian faith, focusing on couple therapy, family relationships, and spirituality in mental health practice.

Education:

• Ph.D. Counseling Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University (1999)
• M.S. Counseling Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University (1996)
• B.A. Psychology, Nyack College (1990)

Research Interests:

• Hope-focused couple therapy approach
• Spirituality in clinical practice
• Ethical integration of faith and psychology
• Family dynamics and mental health
• Cross-cultural marital studies

Awards:

• APA Fellow in Psychology of Religion/Spirituality
• Regent University Endowed Chair
• David Stoop Family Research Award
• CAPS Distinguished Member Award

Grants and Advising:

• Over $1M in research funding (including Templeton Foundation grants)
• Directed 50+ doctoral dissertations
• Co-leads The Church Cares Project and Family CARS initiatives

Professional Contributions:

• Author of 4 books and 60+ refereed articles
• Editorial board member for 4 psychology journals
• Co-director of Regent's Charis Institute