Faculty & Staff
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Jacqueline Gustafson, Ed.D.
Professor of PsychologyDean of College of Behavioral and Social SciencesOffice Phone: (951) 552-8372E-mail: jgustafson@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 115
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ed.D. | Educational Leadership with emphasis in Higher Education Administration and Global Studies | Seattle University | 2011 |
Certificate | Institute for Management and Leadership in Education | Harvard University Graduate School of Education | 2022 |
M.A. | Counseling Psychology with emphasis in International Psychology | Northwest University | 2003 |
B.A. | Psychology | Northwest University | 2000 |

Joshua Knabb, PsyD, ABPP
Professor of PsychologyAssociate Dean, Division of Psychology, College of Behavioral and Social SciencesDirector, PsyD Program
Office Phone: (951) 343-4405E-mail: jknabb@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W. E. James Building, Room J116
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PsyD, ABPP | Clinical Psychology | Azusa Pacific University | 2010 |
MA | Clinical Psychology | Azusa Pacific University | 2007 |
BS | Business and Management | University of Redlands | 2005 |

Mischa Routon, PhD
Professor of PsychologyAssociate Dean of Faculty Development, College of Behavioral and Social SciencesDirector, Master in Counseling Psychology program
Office Phone: (951) 343-4206E-mail: mrouton@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 110
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PhD | Psychology with a concentration in media | Fielding University | 2017 |
M.S. | Counseling Psychology | California Baptist College | 1974 |

Elisa Shepard, Ph.D.
Professor of PsychologyAssociate Provost for Online EducationOffice Phone: (951) 343-3946E-mail: eshepard@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: Eugene and Billie Yeager Center, Room C214
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ph.D. | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University | 2011 |
M.A. | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University | 2007 |
B.A. | Psychology | Biola University | 2005 |

Douglas Wallace, PhD
Professor of SociologyAssociate Dean, Division of Family and Culture, College of Behavioral and Social SciencesOffice Phone: (951) 552-8722E-mail: dwallace@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 117
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PhD | Sociology/Community and Criminology | Kansas State University | 2009 |
M.A. | Sociology | Kansas State University | 1997 |
B.S. | Social Science Education | Missouri Southern State University | 1993 |

Charles Lee-Johnson, D.Min.
Associate Professor of Social WorkAssociate Dean, Division of Social Work, College of Behavioral and Social SciencesOffice Phone: (951) 552-8081E-mail: cleejohnson@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 106-B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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D.Min. | A 21st Century Model for Church Administration and Preaching in a Multi-Cultural Context | United Theological Seminary, Dayton, Ohio | 2015 |
MSW | Macro Social Work Practice, Children, Families, and Groups | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) | 2001 |
B.A. | Sociology | Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA | 1997 |

Antonio Mejico Jr., Ed.D.
Assistant Professor of Social WorkAssociate Dean for Academic Services, College of Behavioral and Social SciencesDirector of The Center for Community Engagement and Social Innovation
Office Phone: 951.552.8949E-mail: amejico@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 114
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ed.D. | Leadership for Educational Justice | University of Redlands | 2012 |
M.A. | Education Counseling K-12 | University of Redlands | 2009 |
B.A. | Sociology | University of Redlands | 2003 |

Jenny Aguilar, PsyD
Lecturer of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 552-8822E-mail: jaguilar@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 270
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PsyD | Clinical Forensic Psychology | The Chicago School of Professional Psychology | 2016 |
M.A. | Forensic Psychology | California Baptist University | 2012 |
B.S. | Human Services | University of Pheonix | 2010 |

Liza Arellano, DSW
Assistant Professor of Social Work Master of Social Work (MSW) Program Director Division of Social Work Accreditation Coordinator
Office Phone: 951-552-8409E-mail: larellano@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 140
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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DSW | Doctor of Social Work | California Baptist University | 2022 |
MSW | Master of Social Work, Child Welfare concentration | California State University, San Bernardino | 2008 |
BA | Behavioral Science | California Baptist University | 2006 |

Hailey Arellano, M.S.
Assistant Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: 9515528355E-mail: harellano@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 103
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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M.S. | Counseling Psychology | California Baptist University | May, 2019 |
B.A. | Psychology | California Baptist University | May 2015 |

Aine Bergin, PsyD
Professor of PsychologyAssociate Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4815E-mail: abergin@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 128C
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PsyD | Marriage and Family Therapy Doctorate (with Testing and Assessment Emphasis) | Alliant International University | 2005 |
M.S. | Psychology | California Baptist University | 2000 |
B.A. | Liberal Arts with a Child Development Emphasis | California Baptist University | 1998 |

Emilio R. Bermejo, MSW
Assistant Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: 951-552-8319E-mail: rbermejo@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 277
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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MSW | Social Work | California State University - San Bernardino | 1996 |
BS | Sociology | UCLA | 1994 |
Maritza Bojorquez, DSW
Assistant Professor of Social WorkE-mail: mbojorquez@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 371
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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DSW | Social Work | California Baptist University (CBU) | 2022 |
MSW | Social Work | University of Southern California (USC) | 2013 |
BA | Psychology | California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (CalPoly) | 2011 |

Philip Breitenbucher, EdD
Assistant Professor of Social WorkDirector, Office of Field EducationMSW Online Coordinator
Office Phone: 951-552-8984E-mail: pbreitenbucher@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 128B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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EdD | Doctor of Education, Organizational Change and Administration | California Baptist University | |
MSW | Master of Social Work, Macro Practice | California State University, San Bernardino | |
BA | Psychology | California Baptist University |

Guadalupe Buitron, DSW
Assistant Professor of Social Work Office Phone: (951) 552-8247E-mail: gbuitron@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 103 & Virtual (Zoom)
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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DSW | Doctor of Social Work | California Baptist University | 2022 |
MSW | Master of Social Work | California Baptist University | 2019 |
BA | Psychology | California Baptist University | 2017 |

Evan Choi, Ph.D.
Professor of Social WorkDoctor of Social Work ProgramOffice Phone: (951) 343-4477E-mail: jchoi@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 273
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ph.D. | Social Welfare | University of California, Los Angeles | March 25, 2009 |

Noel Cooper, PsyD
Assistant Professor of PsychologyDirector, Psychological Services of RiversideOffice Phone: 951-552-8391E-mail: ncooper@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: 2900 Adams Ave, Ste C-10
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PsyD | Clinical Psychology | Fuller Theological Seminary | 2013 |
MA | Theology | Fuller Theological Seminary | 2010 |
MA | Psychology | Fuller Theological Seminary | 2009 |
BA | Psychology | Eastern Nazarene College | 2004 |

Robert Crosby, Ph.D.
Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-3976E-mail: rcrosby@calbaptist.edu
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ph.D. | Educational Psychology | University of California at Riverside | 2013 |
M.S. | Leadership in Educational Administration | Capella University | 2010 |
B.A. | Psychology | California State Polytechnic University, Pomona | 2006 |

Angela Deulen, Ed.D.
Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4204E-mail: adeulen@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W. E. James Building, Room 128B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ed.D. | Organizational Leadership | Pepperdine University | 2016 |
M.S. | Counseling Psychology | California Baptist University | 1999 |
B.A. | Religion | California Baptist College | 1997 |

Thomas Donavan, PsyD
Assistant Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: 951-343-4746E-mail: tdonavan@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 378
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PsyD | Clinical Psychology | Biola University | 2015 |
M.A. | Clinical Psychology | Biola University | 2012 |
B.A. | Psychology | Biola University | 2010 |

Kendra Flores-Carter, D.S.W.
Associate Professor of Social WorkSocial Work Dept. Event Planner (Unofficial Title)
Office Phone: 951-552-8198E-mail: kflores@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Complex Room 271
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
D.S.W. | Social Work | University of Tennessee, Knoxville | 2017 |
M.S.W. | Social Work | California State University Long Beach | 2007 |
B.A. | Psychology | California Statue University Dominguez Hills | 2002 |

Thomas Frederick, PhD
Professor of PsychologyOnline Master of Science in Counseling Psychology CoordinatorOffice Phone: (951) 343-2191E-mail: tfrederick@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Rm 130
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Marital and Family Therapy | Fuller Theological Seminary | 2004 |
MA | Theology | Fuller Theological Seminary | 2002 |
MA | Psychology | Geneva College | 1997 |
BS | Psychology | Geneva College | 1995 |

Laura Freeman, PsyD
Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: 951-343-3982E-mail: lfreeman@calbaptist.edu
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PsyD | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University | 2007 |
MA | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University | 2004 |
BS | Psychology | University of Wisconsin - Madison | 2001 |

Joshua Fuller, PhD
Associate Professor of Industrial-Organizational PsychologyChair, Department of Undergraduate PsychologyProgram Coordinator, Psychology Major
Office Phone: (951) 552-8147E-mail: jofuller@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 133B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Social Psychology / Cognitive Psychology | Seoul National University | 2018 |
M.A. | Psychology / Clinical | Pepperdine University | 2007 |
B.S. | Psychology / Behavioral Neuroscience | Central Michigan University | 2005 |

Ana Gamez, PhD
Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4791E-mail: agamez@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 128a
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Clinical Psychology | Loma Linda University | 2010 |
M.B.A. | General Business | West Texas A & M University | 2016 |
M.S. | Forensic Psychology | California State University at Los Angeles | 2003 |
B.A. | Psychology | California State University at Los Angeles | 2000 |
A.A. | Liberal Arts | East LA College | 1997 |

Lizbeth Gaona, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 343-4440E-mail: lgaona@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 286
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ph.D. | Social Work | University of Southern California | 2019 |
MSW | Mental Health | California State University, Los Angeles | 2008 |
B.A. | Psychology / Public Policy Minor | University California, Los Angeles | 2005 |
A.A. | Associate of Arts | Rio Hondo Community College | 2002 |

Ed Garrett, CH-C, BCMHC, CH-C
Professor of Sport and Performance PsychologyDirector of The Center for Sport and Performance PsychologyProgram Coordinator, BS in Sport and Performance Psychology / External Liaison for Community Engagement
Office Phone: (601) 667-9706E-mail: egarrett@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 128
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
CH-C | Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist | The American College of Hypnotherapy | 2021 |
PsyD. | Sport and Performance Psychology | University of the Rockies | 2013 |
MA | Education | University of Phoenix | 2005 |
MA | Curriculum & Instruction | Colorado Christian University | 2002 |
BCMHC | Board Certified Mental Health Coach | American Association of Christian Counselors | 2023 |
BA | Physical Education | Point Loma Nazarene University | 1998 |

Julie Goodman-Bowling, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of AnthropologyChair, Division of Family & Culture in the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences; Program Coordinator, AnthropologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4468E-mail: jgoodman@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 139
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ph.D. | Cultural Anthropology | University of Nevada, Reno | 2018 |
M.A. | Anthropology | California State University, Fullerton | 2007 |
B.A. | Intercultural Studies | Biola University | 2002 |

Kristina Gordon, DSW
Assistant Professor of Social WorkBSW Program DirectorOffice Phone: (951) 552-8647E-mail: kgordon@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 280
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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DSW | Doctor of Social Work | California Baptist University | 2022 |
Master's in Social Work | Specialization in Child Welfare | California State University, San Bernardino | 2012 |
Bachelor's of Art- Sociology | Concentration in Social Services and Community Outreach | California State University, San Bernardino | 2010 |

Anna Grigorian-Routon, Psy. D.
Associate Professor of PsychologyCo-Director of Clinical Training MSCP Program (Online)Office Phone: (951) 343-3947E-mail: agrigorian-routon@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 367
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Psy. D. | Clinical Psychology | Pepperdine University | 2021 |
M.S. | Counseling Psychology | California Baptist University | 2008 |
B.A. | Psychology & Anthropology | U.C. Riverside | 2005 |

Virgo Handojo, PhD
Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4465E-mail: vhandojo@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 370
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PhD | Marriage & Family Studies | School of Psychology, Fuller Seminary | 2000 |
M.A. | Theology (General) | School of Theology Fuller Theological Seminary | 1996 |
M.A. | Christian Leadership, Integrative Studies | School of Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary | 1995 |
M.A. | Intercultural Studies | School of Intercultural Studies, Fuller Theological Seminary | 1990 |

Krystal Hays, PhD
Associate Professor of Social WorkProgram Director, Doctor of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 552-8145E-mail: khays@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 132
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Social Work | University of Southern California | 2017 |
MSW | Social Work | University of Southern California | 2008 |
B.A. | Psychology and Social Behavior | University of California, Irvine | 2006 |
Froylana Heredia-Miller, DSW-C, MSW
Associate Professor of Social WorkDirector of MSW Field Education Office Phone: 951-552-8393E-mail: fherediamiller@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 275
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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DSW-C, MSW | Master of Social Work | University of Southern California | May 1993 |
B.A. | Sociology and Administrative Studies | University of California at Riverside | June 1991 |
B.A. | Psychology | University of California at Riverside | June 1991 |

Nathan Iverson, PhD
Program Director, Industrial-Organizational PsychologyAssociate Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4437E-mail: niverson@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building, Room 131
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Industrial-Organizational Psychology | Seattle Pacific University | 2018 |
M.A. | Industrial-Organizational Psychology | Seattle Pacific University | 2014 |
B.A. | Psychology | Trinity Lutheran College | 2012 |
A.A. | Christian Leadership and Biblical Studies | Canadian Lutheran Bible Institute | 2010 |

Autumn King, DSW, MFT, PCC
Assistant Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 343-4220E-mail: aking@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 273
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
DSW | Doctor of Social Work | California Baptist University | 08/2022 |
MS | Counseling Psychology | California Baptist University | 08/2015 |
BS | Psychology | University of California, Riverside | 06/2013 |

Adrienne Knabb, MA, LMFT
Assistant Professor of Psychology in the M.S. in Counseling Psychology ProgramOffice Phone: (951) 552-8229E-mail: aknabb@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 372
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
MA | Clinical Psychology | Azusa Pacific University | 2007 |
BS | Psychology | San Diego State University | 2002 |

Anne-Marie Larsen, PhD
Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343- 4761E-mail: alarsen@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 126-B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Clinical Psychology Respecialization | Alliant International University | 2021 |
PhD | Forensic Psychology | California School of Professional Psychology | 2005 |
M.A. | Forensic Psychology | California School of Professional Psychology | 2004 |
B.A. | Psychology | University of California at Los Angeles | 1999 |

Catherine Leach, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 343-4842E-mail: cleach@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building Room 281
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ed.D. | Organizational Leadership | University of La Verne | 2014 |
M.A. | Sociology | California State University Dominguez Hills | 1999 |
B.A. | Africana Studies | California State University Dominguez Hills | 1994 |
B.A. | Sociology | California State University Dominguez Hills | 1994 |

Jong Cheon Lee, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 552-8317E-mail: jolee@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 376
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ph.D. | Psychology & Counseling | Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary | 2013 |
M.A. | Christian Education | Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary | 2009 |
M.A. | Marriage and Family Counseling | Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary | 2008 |
M.Div. with Biblical Language | Theology | Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary | 2005 |
B.S. | Chemistry | Hanyang University | 1997 |

Nathan Lewis, Ed.D.
Professor of PsychologyDirector, Graduate Program in Counseling MinistryProgram Coordinator, Christian Behavioral Sciences
Office Phone: (951) 343-4348E-mail: nlewis@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 134
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ed.D. | Psychology & Counseling | Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary | 1992 |
M.A. | Psychology & Counseling | Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary | 1984 |
B.A. | Psychology | California Baptist College | 1981 |

Viola Lindsey, PhD
Associate Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 552-8958E-mail: vlindsey@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James , Room 274
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Social Policy and Social Research; Child welfare Policies ; Law Enforcement; Interprofessional Collaboration | Loma Linda University | 2011 |
MSW | Social Work; Policy, Planning and Administration | Loma Linda University | 1998 |
BA | Sociology | Stillman College | 1996 |

Jessie Lowell, PsyD
Associate Professor of Psychology Office Phone: 951-552-8392E-mail: jlowell@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 369
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PsyD | Clinical Psychology | Loma Linda University | 2007 |
BA | Religious Studies | Chapman University | 2002 |
BA | Psychology | Chapman University | 2002 |

Brittany Lytle-Rodriguez, DrPH, MSW
Assistant Professor of Social WorkDirector, BSW Field EducationOffice Phone: 951-552-8366E-mail: blytlerodriguez@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 266
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
DrPH, MSW | Doctor of Public Health with an emphasis on Advanced Leadership and Management with and emphasis in Applied Woman Studies & Foundations in Public Health | Claremont Graduate University | 8/2021 |
MSW | Master of Social Work with an emphasis on Advanced Generalist Practice and Programming | Columbia University | 5/2015 |
BA | Bachelor of Arts in Psychology | University of California, Riverside | 6/2013 |

Dretona Maddox, DSW
Assistant Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: 951-552-8523E-mail: dmaddox@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 366
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
DSW | Social Work | California Baptist University | 2022 |
MSW | Social Work | University of Southern California | 2009 |
BSN | Nursing | University of Phoenix | 2005 |

Kristin Mauldin, PhD
Associate Professor of Sport and Performance PsychologyDirector, Sport and Performance Psychology ProgramOffice Phone: (951) 343-4391E-mail: kmauldin@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 136B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Psychology | Miami University | 2007 |
M.A. | Psychology | Miami University | 2003 |
B.A. | Psychology | California State University of Hayward | 2000 |
Erica McIntosh, DSW, LCSW (California and Delaware)
Assistant Professor of Social WorkE-mail: emcIntosh@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Bldg. Room 368
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
DSW | Social Work | California Baptist University | 2022 |
MSW | Social Work | California State University, Northridge | 2014 |
BA | Psychology | Ashford University | 2012 |

Jerri Middleton, DSW, LCSW
Assistant Professor in Social Work Office Phone: (951) 552-8297E-mail: jmiddleton@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 284
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
DSW | Doctorate in Social Work | California Baptist University | 2023 |
MSW | Social Work | University of Alabama | 2015 |
BSW | Social Work | Texas Tech University | 2009 |

Carol A. Minton-Ryan, PhD
Professor of SociologyAcademic Advisor for the International Sociology Honor Society AKD
Office Phone: (951) 343-5072E-mail: cminton-ryan@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 136 A
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Sociology | Oklahoma State University | 2003 |
M.S. | Sociology | Oklahoma State University | 1999 |
M.Ed. | Gerontology | University of Central Oklahoma | 1997 |

Deogratius Mshigeni, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of SociologyProgram Coordinator, BA in Human Services (Online)Office Phone: (951) 343-2454E-mail: dmshigeni@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Bldg #364
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ph.D. | Sociology | University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) | 2016 |
B.A. | Political Science | University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | 1998 |

Sophia Mun, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Behavioral Sciences Program Coordinator for Behavioral Science Director of BEH Research Sequence
Office Phone: (951) 552-8293E-mail: smun@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 380
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ph.D. | Gerontology | University of Southern California | 2015 |
M.A. | Clinical Psychology | Korea University | 2006 |
B.A. | Psychology | Korea University | 2003 |

Rashael Nevels, DSW
Assistant Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 343-4222E-mail: rnevels@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 274
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
DSW | Social Work | California Baptist University | 2022 |
M.S. | Counseling Psychology | California Baptist University | 2017 |
B.A. | Psychology | University of California, Riverside | 2013 |
Jenny Nuccio
Lecturer of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 343-4487E-mail: jnuccio@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building

John Park, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 552-8382E-mail: jopark@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 126A
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Ph.D. | Clinical Psychology / Neuropsychology & Health Psychology | Loma Linda University | 09/2015 |
M.Div. | Divinity / Hospital Chaplaincy | Andrews Theological Seminary | 12/2006 |

Robert Pate, PsyD
Professor of PsychologyDirector of Clinical Training, PsyD ProgramOffice Phone: (951) 343-4588E-mail: rpate@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 125B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PsyD | Clinical Psychology | Biola University | 2010 |
M.A. | Clinical Psychology | Biola University | 2006 |
B.A. | Psychology | Wagner College | 2004 |

Susan Purrington, Psy.D.
Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-3998E-mail: spurrington@calbaptist.edu
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Psy.D. | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology | |
M.A. | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology | |
B.A. | Behavioral Science: Double Emphasis in Psychology and Sociology | Concordia University, Irvine |

Jasmine Reed, Psy.D
Assistant Professor of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 552-8190E-mail: jreed@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 279
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Psy.D | Clinical Psychology /Multicultural Community-Clinical Psychology | California School of Professional Psychology | October 2015 |
M.A. | Clinical Psychology /Multicultural Community-Clinical Psychology | California School of Professional Psychology | August 2013 |
M.A. | Counseling Psychology/ Marriage and Family Therapy | National University, San Diego | April 2010 |
BA | Psychology | California State University, Los Angeles | August 2008 |

Veronica Regueiro
Assistant Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4252E-mail: vregueiro@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 373

Erica Roth, PsyD
Associate Professor of PsychologyOffice Phone: 951-552-8146E-mail: eroth@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 127
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PsyD | Clinical Psychology | Azusa Pacific University | 2008 |
M.S.Ed. | Counselor Education | St. Bonaventure University | 2003 |
B.S. | Psychology and Educational Ministries Double Major with a Bible Minor | Houghton College | 1996 |

Erin Smith, PhD
Professor of PsychologyFletcher Jones Endowed Professor of ResearchDirector of Research, College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Office Phone: (951) 552-8626E-mail: esmith@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: Cottage 18, Office B
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Developmental Psychology | University of California Riverside | 2011 |
M.A. | Developmental Psychology | University of California Riverside | 2008 |
B.A. | General Psychology | Point Loma Nazarene University | 2006 |

Jan Stanfield, MSW
Assistant Professor Social WorkCo-Director of Clinical Training MSCP ProgramFaculty Master of Science in Counseling Psychology and Faculty in Social Work Department
Office Phone: 951 343 4503E-mail: jstanfield@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 269
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
MSW | Clinical Social Work | University of Michigan | 1969 |
B.A. | Social Work | Michigan State University | 1967 |
BA | Social Work |

H. Bruce Stokes, PhD
Professor of Behavioral ScienceMajor Representative, Behavioral Sciences and Christian Behavioral Sciences
Office Phone: (951) 343-4269E-mail: hbstokes@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: W.E. James Building, Room 133
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
---|---|---|---|
PhD | Anthropology | University of California at Riverside | 1994 |
M.A. | Anthropology | University of California at Riverside | 1991 |
B.A. | Anthropology / Behavioral Sciences | California State University at Dominguez Hills | 1983 |
A.A. | Music | Golden West College | 1981 |

Amy Stumpf, Ph.D.
Professor of Religion & SocietyOffice Phone: (951) 343-4451E-mail: astumpf@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 278
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ph.D. | Social Policy and Social Research | Loma Linda University | 2007 |
M.A. | Biomedical and Clinical Ethics | Loma Linda University | 1995 |
B.A. | Ethics | Pacific Union College | 1993 |

Yvonne Thai, Ph.D.
Professor of SociologyProgram Coordinator for Sociology Director of Online Education for the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Office Phone: (951) 343-3984E-mail: ythai@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: Cottage 21
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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Ph.D. | Sociology | University of California at Riverside | 2011 |
M.A. | Sociology | University of California at Riverside | 2007 |
B.S. | Sociology, Law and Society | University of California at Riverside | 2004 |

Veola Vazquez, PhD
Professor of PsychologyDiversity Coordinator, PsyD ProgramPsychological Services of Riverside - Licensed Psychologist
Office Phone: (951) 552-8627E-mail: vvazquez@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James 125A
Degree | Major Emphasis | Institution | Year |
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PhD | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology-Biola University | 1998 |
M.A. | Clinical Psychology | Rosemead School of Psychology-Biola University | 1995 |
B.A. | Psychology-Spanish | California Baptist College | 1993 |
Candice DuBose
Operations Manager for the Division of Social WorkOffice Phone: (951) 552-8361E-mail: cdubose@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 108

Elvira Gonzalez
Operations Manager for the Division of PsychologyOffice Phone: (951) 552-8249E-mail: elgonzalez@calbaptist.edu

Maris Higginbotham
Office Manager for Psychological Services of RiversideOffice Phone: (951) 552-8139E-mail: mhigginbotham@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: PSR 2900 Adams Rm. 103

Debra Jahant
Project Specialist/Professional License AnalystOffice Phone: 951-343-4287E-mail: djahant@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building, Room 112

Youstina Labib
Director of Academic OperationsOffice Phone: (951) 552-8645E-mail: ylabib@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 115

Judy Latham
Field Education Placement CoordinatorOffice Phone: (951) 552-8380E-mail: jlatham@calbaptist.eduOffice Location: James Building 115