Warren

Jeffrey M. Warren

Professor of Counseling and Associate Dean of the School of Education, North Carolina Central University
Chapter Member: North Carolina SSN
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About Jeffrey

Warren's research focuses on school consultation, rational emotive behavior therapy, non-cognitive factors, implementation science, and school counselor preparation. Overarching themes in Warren's writing include educational equity and access. Warren is a member of numerous civic groups such as the American School Counselor Association, American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, North Carolina School Counselor Association, and North Carolina Counseling Association. He also currently serves as principal investigator for two federal grants.

In the News

Opinion: "Community and Culture Can Change the Story for NC’s Youth," Jeffrey M. Warren (with Colleen Briggs), The Triangle Tribune, October 16, 2025.
Quoted by Mark Lawton in "Grant Expands Field Training for Counseling Students," NCCU News, October 9, 2025.
Quoted by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) in "Credential Profile: The National Certified School Counselor (NCSC)," NBCC, February 28, 2025.
Quoted by Mark Locklear in "UNCP Counseling Professors Recognized at Conference," The Laurinburg Exchange, April 22, 2020.

Publications

"The Use of Implementation Strategies in School Counseling: A Deductive Qualitative Analysis" (with Taheera N. Blount and Jonathan R. Ricks). Professional School Counseling 29, no. 1 (2025).

Explores the implementation strategies used by seven school counselors who were leading or had led a Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP). Suggests that school counselors use implementation strategies that align most closely with the ASCA National Model but often overlook additional strategies that could support their efforts to deliver effective interventions and programs.

"Integrating Addiction Counseling Competencies into CACREP’s Foundational Curriculum: Addressing Gaps in Pedagogy" (with Stephanie Robinson and Whitney P. Akers). Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision 19, no. 2 (2025).

Examines how addiction counseling competencies are incorporated into CACREP's foundational counseling curriculum and identifies areas where training may be lacking. Recommends strengthening the integration of addiction counseling competencies to better prepare future counselors to address substance use and related concerns in professional practice.

"Non-Cognitive Factors as Predictors of School Counseling Student Academic Success" (with Jonathan R. Ricks). North Carolina Counseling Journal (2025).

Assesses the non-cognitive skills of students who apply to and complete school counselor preparation programs. Finds that non-cognitive factors failed to predict first-attempt Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Exam (CPCE) scores or graduate GPA.

"The Use of Flip Video Discussion to Facilitate Reflection in Experiential Counseling Courses" (with Helen Lupton-Smith and Kyla M. Sawyer-Kurian). Association of Counselor Education and Supervision Teaching Practice Briefs 5, no. 5 (2024): 60-68.

Explores how Flip video discussions can support reflection and skill development in experiential counseling courses, particularly in online learning environments. Suggests that incorporating structured video reflection fosters greater self-awareness, engagement, and instructor connection while helping counseling students strengthen their professional skills and prepare for clinical training.

"Implementing Effective School-Based Mental Health Services: A Guide for School Counselors" (with Taheera N. Blount and Genesis Belle). Professional School Counseling 28, no. 1 (2024).

Investigates how school counselors can help develop and sustain effective school-based mental health services in response to growing student mental health needs. Argues that school counselors play a central role in expanding access to mental health support by leading coordinated, comprehensive services that improve student well-being and strengthen school-based care.