Hector Zavala

Hector Zavala is an Assistant Professor at National Louis University's College of Professional Studies and Advancement. He holds an ABD PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Adler University, an MA in Community Counseling from Argosy University, and a BA in Psychology from Elmhurst College. His professional licensures include LCPC (Illinois) and counseling experience in New Mexico.

Education

• PhD (ABD) in Counselor Education and Supervision, Adler University
• MA in Community Counseling, Argosy University
• BA in Psychology, Elmhurst College

Research Interests

• Developing interventions for minority male undergraduates to combat stereotype threat and improve retention
• Expressive counseling techniques in group settings
• Multicultural advocacy in counseling practices
• Anxiety reduction strategies for marginalized populations

Professional Involvement

• Member of Illinois Counseling Association, American Counseling Association, and other counselor organizations
• Advocate for professional networking through conferences and volunteer work

Practice & Experience

• 5+ years operating private practice
• 13+ years counseling experience across schools, hospitals, DCFS, and incarcerated populations
• Specializes in working with children with autism and multicultural populations