Meet Dr. V
Dr. Victoria McNeil-Young (she/her/hers) is a psychologist, scholar, and professor with a strong commitment to helping individuals and communities grow and flourish. She approaches her work through a culturally informed lens and believes effective therapy requires attention to both personal experiences and broader social context. Dr. V is dedicated to advancing the mental health and well-being of all people with a particular focus on Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). She is especially interested in providing services for individuals and organizations supporting these communities. Her research examines the psychological effects of oppression and hate, along with factors that contribute to healing and liberation. Dr. V provides consultation, workshops, and trainings on these topics.
Dr. V is an assistant professor of psychology at Jacksonville University and is a Licensed Psychologist in the State of Florida (PY 11771). In her free time Dr. V enjoys reading, brunching, binge-watching reality TV and movies, and spending time with her family and friends.
My Professional Background
Educational Background
PhD- Counseling Psychology, University of Florida
MS- Counseling Psychology, University of Florida
Coursework in Clinical Mental Health Counseling- University of Central Florida
BS- Psychology and African American Studies, University of Florida
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Clinical Experiences
Private Practice
Individual and Couples Therapy for Adults
University of Maryland Counseling Center (APA Accredited Internship)
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Personality and Career Assessment
University of Florida Counseling Center​
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Learning Disability, ADHD, and Personality Assessment
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
Individual Therapy
Group Therapy
Couples Therapy
Assessment
PACE Center for Girls Alachua ​
Individual Therapy w /adolescents
Group Therapy w/adolescents
Family Counseling
University of Central Florida Community Counseling and Research Clinic​
Individual Therapy
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Select Research Presentations
McNeil-Young, V (2021, March). Multicultural Mistakes: Racial Trauma and Healing. Presented at the University of Florida’s Symposium on Healing and Transforming Racial Trauma: Gainesville, FL
McNei-Young, V., Campbell, K., Blanchard, S., and Zounlome, N. (2021, April). Centering the Collective: The Importance of Racial Affirming Spaces on College Campuses. Symposium presented at the University of Maryland’s Student Affairs Conference.
Bellamy, P. & McNeil, V. (2020, October). Bringing World Politics into the Classroom. Webinar. Presented at CUNY’s 15th Annual Pedagogy Day.
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​Bellamy, P., McNeil, V., Ross, G., Mejia, J., Adam, A., Dahn, C., & Mosley, D. (August, 2020). Responding: Moving Towards a Decision-Making Model for Individuals Facing Anti-Black Racism. Poster presented American Psychological Association Annual Convention.
McNeil, V. (2019, February). I Am Enough: Racism-Related Stress, Self-Esteem, and Racial Identity in the #Blackgirlmagic Era. Presentation. Presented at the State University of New York: Cortland, NY.