Kasey Philyaw

Kasey Philyaw is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology and Counseling at Hope International University. She holds a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology from the University of Durham and brings interdisciplinary expertise in psychology, public health, and performance science to her academic role.

Education:

• Ph.D., Sport Psychology, University of Durham
• M.Sc., Developmental Psychopathology, University of Durham
• M.Sc., Public Policy & Global Health, University of Durham
• B.A., Psychology, Hope International University

Her research interests include sport psychology, performance psychology, motivational orientation, achievement goal theory, and promoting equity and well-being through psychological empowerment. Her work often explores how motivational climates and goal orientations influence athletic performance, particularly among elite athletes. She employs quantitative methods such as moderation and slope analysis in her research.

Although no peer-reviewed articles are listed in the provided text, her presentation history indicates a strong research trajectory focused on the psychological factors affecting performance and health. She regularly presents at national and international conferences including those hosted by the British Psychological Society and the Wolfson Research Institute.

Professional Affiliations and Recognition:

• Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)
• British Psychological Society (BPS)
• BPS, Division of Sport and Exercise Psychology (DSEP)
• Psi Chi Honor Society
• Certified Mental Performance Consultant (in process)

Kasey Philyaw is actively involved in teaching and mentoring. She teaches courses such as Sport Psychology, Psychotherapy & Sport, Positive Psychology, Health Psychology, Lifetime Health & Fitness, and Social Science Research Methods. She also provides internship supervision, indicating her engagement in student advising and professional development. Her prior research experience includes work with the Dieting, Stress and Health Lab (DISH Lab) at UCLA, suggesting collaborative and interdisciplinary research exposure. While no formal lab or team is mentioned at HIU, her background supports an applied and research-informed teaching and mentoring approach.