Teresa Ann Granger, Ph.D., CRC

Biography

Teresa Ann Granger, Ph.D., CRC is an Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama in the Department of Educational Studies in Psychology, Research Methodology, and Counseling. Dr. Granger holds a research appointment as a Rehabilitation Research Scientist at the Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center. Her primary research seeks to identify the best behavioral, psychological, and vocational interventions that enhance well-being, quality of life, health and functioning, and participation in employment and other life roles. She studies these constructs among individuals with cognitive and/or psychiatric disabilities, veterans, cancer survivors, and other individuals with chronic illness and disability. Her secondary research interests include demand-side and evidence-based practices in vocational rehabilitation; specialized instruction in rehabilitation counselor education; and positive psychology.

Dr. Granger has extensive experience in working with people with disabilities and chronic illnesses, military veterans, families, and persons experiencing homelessness. She specializes in cognitive disabilities, including acquired brain injuries, intellectual disability, and autism. She is passionate about social justice and being a leader in societal changes that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion for all humans through research, education, service and advocacy.

Dr. Granger previously published under Grenawalt, T. A.

Pronouns: she/her/hers

Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2019
Ph.D.   Rehabilitation Counselor Education
Minor in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis

San Diego State University, 2015
M.S.    Rehabilitation Counseling
Specialization and Certificate in Cognitive Disabilities

Oregon State University, 2005
B.S.     Biology
Minors in cultural anthropology and chemistry