Stanley J. Phillips

Stanley J. Phillips is a Lecturer in the Department of Social Work at Saint Martin's University, where he has taught since 2017. He previously served as an Adjunct Professor and has over two decades of clinical experience in victim advocacy. Phillips holds an M.S. in Psychology from California Coast University (2004) and a B.A. in Community Services from Saint Martin's University (2000, summa cum laude), with additional certifications in Victim-Offender Dialogue Facilitation (2023) and National Victim Assistance Academy (2001).

His research and teaching focus on victimology, restorative justice, and practical social work skills for crime victims. He developed the university's first accredited course on 'Working with Crime Victims' and supervises BSW students in field placements. Phillips is actively involved in multidisciplinary initiatives like the Thurston County Child Justice and Advocacy Center and has contributed to state-level policy through roles on the WA Vinelink Governance Board and Address Confidentiality Program Advisory Council.

• Education:
  • M.S., Psychology, California Coast University (2004)
  • B.A., Community Services, Saint Martin's University (2000, summa cum laude)
  • AA, South Puget Sound Community College (1998)
• Awards:
  • 2023: WA Secretary of State's Office recognition for Address Confidentiality Program improvements
  • 2016: President's Award of Merit (WA Association of Prosecuting Attorneys)
  • 2014: Leadership Institute Graduate (National Victim Assistance Academy)
• Professional Contributions:
  • Field Supervisor for Social Work Department's BSW students
  • Trained hundreds of victim advocates via state-level programs
  • Expert in victim-offender dialogue facilitation and restorative justice practices

Phillips combines classroom instruction with real-world advocacy experience, emphasizing ethical practices and trauma-informed care. He has served as a Reserve Police Officer (1999–2006) and actively engages with criminal justice stakeholders to advance victim-centered policies.