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Brandon L. Velez is an Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology at the Graduate School of Education, Health & Psychology at Teachers College, Columbia University. His research examines the intersections of oppression and collective identity with mental health and career outcomes for sexual, gender, and racial/ethnic minority populations. He is affiliated with the Counseling & Clinical Psychology department and leads the Stigma, Identity, and Intersectionality Research Team.
- Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Florida, 2014
- Predoctoral Internship, Georgia Institute of Technology Counseling Center, 2014
- M.S. in Psychology, University of Florida, 2011
- B.S. in Psychology (summa cum laude), B.A. in Religion (cum laude), Minor in Anthropology, University of Florida, 2009
Dr. Velez’s work focuses on minority stress, intersectionality, and the well-being of multiply marginalized groups, including LGBTQ+ people of color, transgender individuals, and women of color. His studies explore how systemic discrimination and coping strategies influence mental health, body image, and career development, often integrating theories like objectification and work adjustment.
His recent publications analyze:
- Protective effects of womanist attitudes on women of color
- Minority stress in transgender communities and bisexual women
- Applications of work theory to racial and sexual minorities
- Resilience mechanisms against systemic oppression
Scientific honors include graduating summa cum laude (B.S.) and cum laude (B.A.) from the University of Florida. He does not currently advise new Ph.D. students for the Fall 2025 cohort.
