Matthew D. Johnson

Matthew D. Johnson is a Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the Department of Psychology at Binghamton University. His work focuses on marital distress, intimate partner violence, and applying psychological science to public policy. He holds a PhD and MA from UCLA and a BA from the University of Denver.

Education:

• PhD, MA, University of California at Los Angeles
• BA, University of Denver

Research Interests: Matthew Johnson examines marital dynamics across socioeconomic and racial groups, evaluates relationship education programs, and explores genetic/hormonal influences on marital behavior. He advocates for evidence-based policies addressing family violence and systemic inequities.

Publications Focus: His work bridges clinical research and societal impact, with recent emphasis on classifying intimate partner violence patterns and evaluating intervention efficacy. Earlier research challenged assumptions about relationship myths and highlighted disparities in mental health outcomes.

Awards:

• Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching
• Fellow status in both the American Psychological Association and Association for Psychological Science
• Board Certification in Couple and Family Psychology

Teaching/Advising: Supervises clinical training programs and teaches courses on intimate relationships, research methods, and statistics. No specific grants listed but actively contributes to policy-informed research.