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Brian Phillips, Ph.D., CRC is an Associate Professor in the Special Education and Rehabilitation Counseling department at Utah State University. With over 20 years of experience in rehabilitation counseling as a practitioner, supervisor, faculty member, and researcher, Dr. Phillips has established himself as a prominent figure in the field of disability studies and vocational rehabilitation.
Dr. Phillips' educational background includes:
- PhD in Rehabilitation Counselor Education from Michigan State University (2011)
- MS in Rehabilitation Counseling from Utah State University (2006)
- BS in Psychology (with Sociology) from Utah State University (2004)
He is also a Licensed Professional Counselor - In Training in Wisconsin (2018) and a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (2006).
Dr. Phillips' research primarily focuses on utilizing strength-based constructs to improve the employment and participation of people with disabilities, with particular emphasis on transition age youth. His work spans various aspects of rehabilitation counseling including professional identity, organizational behavior within rehabilitation associations, transition services, and positive psychology applications in rehabilitation settings. He employs both quantitative and qualitative methodologies to address the complex challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in educational and employment contexts.
Analysis of Dr. Phillips' recent publications (2022-2025) reveals several key trends. His research consistently centers on improving vocational rehabilitation services, with particular attention to transition services for youth with disabilities. He has been actively involved in examining the potential consolidation of rehabilitation counseling professional associations, publishing multiple articles on the topic. His work also integrates positive psychology concepts such as hope, resilience, and well-being into rehabilitation practice, particularly for specific populations like student veterans. The methodological approaches in his recent work demonstrate a strong emphasis on both quantitative analysis and qualitative exploration of professional practices in rehabilitation counseling.
Dr. Phillips has mentored graduate students including Crystal Emery (Special Education & Rehab, 2021-2022). His teaching portfolio is extensive, covering courses such as Professional Counseling Orientation, Social and Legal Context of Disability, Rehabilitation Services and Resources, and Disability and Society at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
