About

Keith Huffman, PhD, LPC, NCC is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Counseling. He completed his doctoral degree in Counselor Education at Auburn University. He earned his master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, as well as a master's degree in Community Journalism, at the University of Alabama (UA). He also completed his bachelor's degree in Psychology at UA. Prior to teaching at UNCP, he served as the director of inpatient crisis services at East Alabama Mental Health Center (EAMHC), where he also gained experience as the clinical coordinator and therapist for EAMHC's forensic group home program. Dr. Huffman's research interests include the therapeutic effects of nostalgia, creativity and humor, as well as the influence of news media on mental health stigma.