David deBoer, PhD

Director of Counseling, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Wellness Center

Bio

Dr. David deBoer is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides strategic direction for the university’s mental health support of students.  In addition, Dr. deBoer provides supervision, leadership and consultation to the counseling staff across all Chicagoland campuses as well as the Rome center campus.  He is a founding member of and the behavior consultant to the university’s behavioral intervention team (BCT), which provides support to acutely distressed students.  David also enjoys being the caregiver of Ashlar, the Wellness Center’s therapy dog.  Visiting with students during Ashlar’s “office hours” is always a highlight of David’s week.

Dr. deBoer serves as a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of College Student Psychotherapy.  Dr. deBoer earned his doctorate in Psychology and Human Development at the University of Chicago. David has worked with youth in a variety of contexts. A former high school teacher, Dr. deBoer has also worked as a clinical psychologist with young people dealing with chronic medical illness.  

Outside of work, Dr. deBoer enjoys spending time outdoors, travel, and exploring the city with his family.