Steven C. Hayes
Psychologist
About Steve

 

Steven C. Hayes is Nevada Foundation Professor at the Department of Psychology at the University of Nevada. An author of 32 books and over 400 scientific articles, he has shown in his research how language and thought leads to human suffering, and has developed "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy" a powerful therapy method that is useful in a wide variety of areas. His popular book "Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life" was featured in Time Magazine among several other major media outlets and for a time was the number one best selling self-help book in the United States. Dr. Hayes has been President of several scientific societies and has received several national awards, such as the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapy.

His interests and hobbies include motorboating and jet skiing on Pyramid Lake, building additions to his house (most recently a new pool), attending UNR basketball games, and spending time with lil' Stevie.

If you would like to know more about Steve's professional work you can peruse his  Curriculum Vitae.

Journalists or others who have been authorized by Steve to use his picture can find a high-resolution one here.


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