William Henninger IV

William Henninger IV is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family, Aging & Counseling at the University of Northern Iowa, where he also serves as Department Head. His academic work spans family studies, child development, and career counseling.

• PhD in Human Development and Family Studies (Early Childhood Special Education) from Iowa State University
• M.S. in Human Development and Family Studies from Iowa State University
• B.S. in Psychology from Iowa State University

Dr. Henninger focuses on:

• Social emotional development in children and adolescents
• Positive behavior supports and technology integration in family services
• Family dynamics and early childhood inclusion policies
• College student career development and loneliness factors

His peer-reviewed work reveals consistent themes in child health care, family psychology, and educational interventions, with collaborations across disciplines like gerontology and social work. Publications emphasize poverty impacts, caregiver mental health, and innovative training methods.

Dr. Henninger mentors students in research across multiple domains, including social work and developmental psychology.