Kevin Osten-Garner

Kevin Osten-Garner, Psy.D. serves as Executive Director & Chief Psychologist of Adler Community Health Services and is Core Faculty in the Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology program at Adler University. With over 17 years of clinical experience, he specializes in substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery services, particularly for impaired professionals and individuals with severe mental health conditions.

His educational background includes a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology (2004), a B.A. in Ethnic Studies and Native American Studies from the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (1995), and a Certificate in Primary Care Behavioral Health from the University of Massachusetts Medical School (2018).

Dr. Osten-Garner's research focuses on integrating evidence-based practices with community approaches, particularly examining the intersection of 12-step programs and psychotherapy, substance abuse treatment innovations, and LGBTQ mental health inclusion. His work emphasizes human dignity, community engagement, and healthcare reform within behavioral health systems.

His sole major publication analyzes the integration of 12-step methodologies with traditional psychotherapy approaches, reflecting his expertise in addiction treatment frameworks and therapeutic integration models across diverse clinical settings.

Dr. Osten-Garner maintains significant professional appointments including Special Government Employee for Health Resources and Services Administrations' Advisory Committee, Chair of the Southern Nevada Behavioral Health Policy Board, and APA internship program site visitor. He previously served 11 years on the Chicago Schweitzer Fellowship program advisory council.

At Adler University, he has held multiple leadership roles including Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, founding Director of the LGBTQ Mental Health and Inclusion Center, and interim Director of the Center for Adlerian Practice and Scholarship, demonstrating his commitment to academic-community integration and socially responsible practice.