John McCullagh

John McCullagh is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the Department of Psychology within the Undergraduate College at the University of Mount Saint Vincent. He holds a PhD from the University of North Dakota, an MS from Radford University, and a BS from Texas Lutheran University.

• Education: PhD (University of North Dakota), MS (Radford University), BS (Texas Lutheran University)

Dr. McCullagh specializes in college student mental health and counselor training, with research focusing on:

• College student persistence and retention
• Mental health disparities among racial/ethnic minorities
• Clinical supervision practices
• Adaptation of mental health interventions for indigenous populations

His publications span anxiety disorders in indigenous communities, suicide prevention, and student retention factors. Key themes include cultural competence in assessment, mental health equity, and psychosocial predictors of academic success.

Scientific Affiliations:

• Psi Chi Honors Society in Psychology
• Eastern Psychological Association

Dr. McCullagh has extensive clinical experience across community mental health centers, inpatient hospitals, university counseling centers, and integrated healthcare settings. He has presented research at professional conferences and contributed to book chapters addressing ethnic minority psychology.