Seth Hayden

Seth Hayden is an Associate Professor in the Department of Counseling at Wake Forest University, where he has served since 2014. He coordinates the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program and serves as the Associate Online Program Director.

• Education:
  • PhD in Counselor Education, University of Virginia
  • MS in Counseling, University of Memphis
  • BA in Psychology, University of Memphis
  • BS in Education, University of Memphis

His research focuses on the career and mental health needs of military service members, veterans, and their families, emphasizing integrated clinical supervision models that enhance counselors' ability to formulate interventions. Recent work explores connections between executive processing and career development, and the impact of stress on military spouses transitioning to civilian life.

Hayden has received notable awards including the American Institute of Bisexuality Grant (2021), Wake Forest University ACE Fellow (2019-2021), and multiple NCDA awards. He has served as Associate Editor for The Career Development Quarterly and past-president of the National Career Development Association.

He maintains active professional service, including editorial roles for journals like Journal of Military and Government Counseling, and provides counseling services through Centerstone Military Services and Veterans Helping Veterans Heal. His expertise spans career development theory, military transition, and integrated counseling models.