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Rebecca Hudson Breen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at the University of Alberta's Faculty of Education. She holds a PhD and MA from the University of Victoria, alongside BA and BEd degrees from York University. Her work integrates constructivist and humanistic approaches in counseling psychology, emphasizing relational dynamics and sociocultural contexts. Specialized areas include career-life development for parents, mother entrepreneurs, and individuals in addictions recovery. She leads participatory action research on climate-aware career development and mental health programming in schools.
- Education:
- PhD, MA - University of Victoria
- BA, BEd - York University
- Key Roles:
- Registered Psychologist (College of Alberta Psychologists)
- Member - Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Her research bridges social justice principles with career-life resilience, exploring topics such as hope in youth career development, climate crisis pedagogy, and motherhood-entrepreneurship intersections. Recent studies include a participatory project on climate-aware career pathways and surveys of Canadian career counselors' climate-related practices. Methodologically, she employs mixed-methods and participatory action frameworks, funded by Alberta Education and the Alberta Gambling Research Institute.
Teaching focuses on counseling theory and practicum training at both undergraduate and doctoral levels, including courses like EDPY 442 (Introduction to Counselling) and EDPY 634 (Advanced Counselling Practicum). Her work emphasizes advocacy for decent work standards and integrating mental health considerations into career development practices.
Grants & Collaborations: Recent projects include a youth-focused climate hope initiative and a teacher-led strengths-based mental health program. Collaborations span institutions like the Canadian Psychological Association and Cannexus National Career Development Conference.