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Ryan Seedall is a Professor and Director of the Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT) Program at Utah State University's Department of Human Development and Family Studies. He holds a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies with an MFT specialization from Michigan State University (2011), an MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from Brigham Young University (2004), and a BA in Psychology from Brigham Young University (2001). He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Utah and an AAMFT Approved Supervisor.
- PhD, Michigan State University (2011)
- MS, Brigham Young University (2004)
- BA, Brigham Young University (2001)
His research focuses on improving couple and family relationships by examining therapeutic processes, attachment dynamics, and protective family mechanisms. He investigates interventions like enactments, softening techniques, and socio-emotional therapies while addressing mental health disparities among marginalized groups. His recent work includes problematic pornography use recovery, religious OCD treatment, and grief rhythm frameworks for bereaved parents.
Key article trends span 2016-2025, emphasizing attachment theory, therapeutic interventions, and mental health outcomes. Subfields include couple therapy, anxiety disorders, digital addiction, grief counseling, and diversity-sensitive approaches.
- AAMFT 2016 Thesis Award - Mentor
- Reviewer of the Year, Journal of Marital and Family Therapy (2013)
- New Professional Outstanding Paper Award (2012)
- Multiple scholarships from Michigan State University, Texas Tech University, and Brigham Young University
Seedall has mentored 23 graduate students in Human Development and Family Studies since 2012. His teaching philosophy prioritizes caring environments, constructive feedback, and experiential learning. He has taught courses on MFT theory, research, and practicum, as well as undergraduate classes on family diversity and cultural dynamics.
