Derek Ruiz

Derek Ruiz is a dedicated professional in the field of rehabilitation psychology with extensive experience in mental health counseling, case management, and therapy. Ruiz served as a Mental Health Counselor intern at Asian Human Services, Inc. and currently holds roles as a PhD candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and an Assistant Professor at Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge. Additional experience includes work as a Rehabilitation Counseling Intern at Thresholds, a Psychiatry Assistant at the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, and a Laboratory Assistant at Washington University in St. Louis. Ruiz possesses a Master's degree in Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling from the Illinois Institute of Technology and a PhD in Rehabilitation Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.