Dr. Hock's research interests are informed by his clinical work with children and families in mental health settings. Specifically, Dr. Hock uses qualitative and quantitative research methods to examine the relationship between family adjustment (coparenting quality, parent stress, depression) and child outcomes (adaptive behaviors, mental health, treatment responsiveness). In addition, Dr. Hock is adapting evidence-based parent interventions to be used with parents of children with autism.
Biographical Profile
College
College of Social Work
Department
Social Work - Dean's Office
Tenure Status
Tenured
Interest Background
Do you include students in your research?
Undergraduates and Graduates
Interest Keywords
Autism spectrum disorders, Family Intervention, Child Welfare, Adoption, Family Therapy, Psychoeducation
Institutional Focus Areas
Behavioral Sciences, Social Sciences, Health Sciences
Personal Focus Areas
Autism, Family Intervention, Child Welfare
Professional Preparation(Education & Training)
Dates
Institution
Location
Degree
Field of Study
07/2010
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
Ph.D.
Social Work
2006
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
M.S.W.
Social Work
2002
Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
B.S.
Psychology
Memberships & Professional Activities
Dates
Type
Description
Institution/Entity
2004 - Present
Membership
Member
National Association of Social Workers
2006 - Present
Membership
Member
American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy
2008 - Present
Membership
Member
Council on Social Work Education
2010 - Present
Membership
Scholar
Institute for the Advancement of Health Care (IAHC)
2010 - Present
Membership
Member, Research Consortium for Children and Families
University of South Carolina
2012
Professional Activity
Conference - Examining the relationship between ASD symptom severity, family management ability and parental stress - with I. Kim, T. Cross and.A. Kinsman
Society for Social Work Research, San Diego, California
Positions & Appointments
Dates
Description
Institution/Entity
2005 - 2010
Therapist
Comprehensive Psychological Services
2007 - 2010
Graduate Assistant
Strengthening Marriages and the Well Being of Children: Post Adoption Marriage Education
08/2008 - 05/2010
Instructor
School of Social Work, Michigan State University
08/2010 - Present
Assistant Professor
College of Social Work, University of South Carolina
2011 - Present
Evaluator
Evaluation of the South Carolina Autism Waiver Program
08/2012 - Present
Social Work Discipline Coordinator
South Carolina Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities
2012
Strategic Planner
Breaking Boundaries Initiative- SC Joint Council for Children and Adolescents
Recognition Awards, Honors, & Fellowships
Dates
Type
Description
Foundation/Entity
2007
Award
MSU Graduate School Travel Award ($400)
American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy National Conference
2009
Award
Dissertation Writing Award ($500)
Michigan State University School of Social Work
2010
Award
Dissertation Completion Fellowship Award ($6,000)
MSU College of Social Science
2011
Award
Deanâs Summer Fellow Award ($3,000)
USC College of Social Work
2006
Fellowship
Rasmussen Memorial Graduate Fellowship ($4,000)
Michigan State University
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