Dr. Wiley Stem IV
Associate Professor- New Mexico State University A counseling psychology assistant professor, lifelong gamer, and published author on subjects including social media use & minority stress, and themes of trauma & resilience in Elden Ring.
About this Presenter
Wiley W. Stem IV is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Counseling and Educational Psychology at New Mexico State University. His research interests include cyberpsychology, geek therapy, graduate student well-being, mindfulness-based interventions, and LGBTQ+ populations. He is a licensed psychologist in the state of Texas and has experience providing clinical services in a variety of settings including university counseling centers and integrated behavioral health clinics.
Wiley's professional work merges his passions for counseling psychology and cyberpsychology as he advocates for psychology professionals to explore the role that digital media plays in the experiences of individuals from diverse backgrounds. His favorite games tend to be action RPGs and fighting games, and he's been known to spend far too much time in the character customization menu.