Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria
FUOYE Academic Staff Profile
Dr. Chinedu Hilary Joseph
Lecturer I
Department of Guidance and Counselling Education, Faculty of Education
Area of Specialization: Counselling and Adolescent Psychology.
Biography
Dr. Chinedu Hilary Joseph is a Nigerian counselling psychologist, researcher, and university lecturer in the Department of Guidance and Counselling at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti. Dr. Joseph's scholarly interests span counselling psychology, educational psychology, mental health, teacher education, digital learning, and the application of emerging technologies in education. His research has examined diverse issues including psychological wellbeing, academic engagement, suicide prevention, artificial intelligence in education, teaching practicum, self-care practices, online learning, career development, and the psychosocial experiences of learners and educators. Through these interdisciplinary contributions, he seeks to generate knowledge that informs policy, strengthens educational practice, and improves the quality of counselling services in Nigeria and beyond.
As a Corresponding and First Author, Dr. Joseph has authored and co-authored numerous publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals and regularly collaborates with researchers across disciplines. He also supervises undergraduate and postgraduate research, mentoring emerging scholars in rigorous research methodology and ethical academic practice.
Beyond academia, Dr. Joseph is passionate about youth development, talent discovery, and community engagement, which led him to pioneer career-skills-talent development outreach that sensitizes young people about skill acquisition and career development. Recognized for his dedication to scholarship, professional service, and research excellence, he continues to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of counselling psychology and educational research within Nigeria and the international academic community.
Research Interests
Counselling & Educational psychology, Transition-age youth, Emotional intelligence & Mindfulness, Mental health, Teacher and Counsellor Education, Digital Learning, and The application of emerging technologies in Counselling Psychology.
Qualifications
| Degree | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) (Counselling/Educational Psychology) | University of Benin | 2017 |
| Master of Education (M.Ed.) (Guidance & Counselling- Educational Psychology) | University Of Benin | 2013 |
| Bachelor of Science in Education (B.Sc. Ed) (Physics Education) | Adeyemi College Of Education | 2007 |
Professional Qualification
Awards
Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education Federal University Oye Ekiti, Nigeria
Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education Federal University Oye Ekiti, Nigeria
Department of Guidance and Counselling, Faculty of Education Federal University Oye Ekiti
Students’ Counselling Association of Nigeria, Fuoye Chapter
Membership of Professional Bodies
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Paper Presentation - Local
2nd Faculty of Education Federal University Oye Ekiti International conference
3drd Faculty of Education Federal University Oye Ekiti International conference
Undergraduate Project Supervision
Undergraduates’ Fear Of Missing Out, Social Media Addiction And Mindful Self-Care Practices In A Nigerian Public University
The Assessment of trainee counsellors’ perceived awareness, competence and professional need for translanguaging in counselling practice in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Social media-related stress, undergraduate engagement, outcome and coping strategies
Mindfulness practice, academic engagement, stress and outcomes among undergraduates in Nigerian public universities.
Sexual Assaults, academic engagement, psychological wellbeing and coping strategies among university female adolescents
Economic hardship, psychological wellbeing and support among male undergraduates in Nigerian universities
The age of university entry, academic engagement, stress and coping strategies among undergraduate in public universities in Ekiti state.
Gender dynamics of stressful life events, psychological wellbeing, and self-care practices among guidance and counselling students.
Personality traits, emotional intelligence, academic stress and outcomes among adolescent learners in a Nigerian university
Parent-adolescent communication, peer norms, social media and safer sex decision making among young adults learner in Nigerian Universities
Exploring online teaching and learning platforms, academic engagement and learning styles among adolescent university students in Ekiti state
Support facilities usage, academic engagement, stress and psychological wellbeing among adolescent learners in Nigeria Universities
The age of university entry, academic outcomes and psychological wellbeing among students of tertiary institutions in Ekiti state. One federal university, one state university, one private university
Trainee counsellors’ preparedness, challenges encountered and coping strategies adopted during counselling practicum in Non-School Setting: The impact of Gender and Poverty
The assessment of Social media addiction, body image, self-esteem and self-care practices among adolescents in Nigeria Universities
Stressful life events, help seeking behaviour and coping strategies among university undergraduates
Preferred mode of counseling, depressive symptoms and help seeking behavior among adolescent students in the university.
Economic hardship, psychological wellbeing, resilience and survival strategy among female undergraduate in federal university oye ekiti, ekiti state
Digital entrepreneurship, challenges and coping strategies among university undergraduates in Ekiti state
Course Teaching
Sociology of Education
Introduction to Counselling on Drug Abuse
Special Education
History and Policy of Education
Psychological Testing
Special Education
Principles & Techniques of Guidance & Counselling
Personality and Social development
Learning Disabilities and Learning Problems
Students’ Needs and Problems
Practicum I
Practicum II
Teaching Practice I
Teaching Practice II
Career Counselling, Job Analysis and Job Evaluation
Coaching and Counselling
Selected Publications
Impact of violent discipline and parenting styles on primary School Learners’ aggressive behaviour in Southwest, Nigeria.
Authors: Osiesi, M. P., Oriola, B., Awosusi, O. O., Fatai, A. A., Odinko, M. N., Adeoye, B. D., Joseph, C.H.. & Blignaut, S.
SN Social Sciences, 6(2), 70. • 2026)
Open publicationResilience and psychological well-being: pathways to sustainable family life among couples in Kwara state, Nigeria.
Authors: Olatunbosun, S. O., Olayiwola-Adedoja, T. O., Joseph, C. H., Dikko, O. B., & Esan, O. M.
African Journal for The Psychological Study Of Social Issues. • 2025
Exploring Mindfulness Techniques and Stress Management Strategies among Undergraduates in a Selected University.
Authors: Ogunwole. E. A., Adaramoye, T. O., Joseph, C. H., & Ayodele, S. T. .
Conference Special Edition: Fuoye international Journal Of Education • 2025
Open publicationssessing the role of peer support in Mitigating Moral decadence and Enhancing Academic Success Among out-of-School Youths in West Africa: Analysis from Nigeria and Benin Republic
Authors: Ogunwole, E. A., Ani, K. J., Joseph, C. H., & Olagunju, B. I.
African Renaissance, 22(1), 253. • 2025
Open publicationPrevalence Of Religiosity And Cohabitation Behaviour Among Undergraduate Students In Higher Institutions In Ekiti State.
Authors: Olufemi, A. A., Olanike, A. T., Hillary, J. C., & Olorunfemi, O. A.
African Journal of Educational Management, Teaching and Entrepreneurship Studies, • 2024
Open publicationMother Tongue and Academic Achievement in English Language in Selected Secondary Schools in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Authors: Adams, A. B., Opele, J. K., Joseph, C. H., Adebimpe, O. E., & Ogundele, B. M.
Journal of Education in Black Sea Region, • 2024
Open publicationMindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy: An Effective Counselling Tool for Enhancing Adolescents’ Psychological Well-Being.
Authors: Olayiwola-Adedoja,T.O., Joseph C.H & Arogundade, A.O
Renaissance University Journal of Management and Social Sciences, RUJMASS • 2024
Quest for African Renaissance: A study on coping styles, optimism, social participation, self-regulation and resilience among African Youths.
Authors: Ogunwole E.A, Ani K.J., Samuel-Ajayi A.Y., Dikko B.O., Joseph C.H & Adaramoye T.O.
African Renaissance • 2024
Open publicationStudents’ support facilities and academic adjustment among first-year undergraduates: evidence from a Nigerian public university",
Authors: Joseph, C.H., Osiesi, M.P., Adaramoye, T.O. and Arogundade, A.O.
Facilities • 2024
Open publicationStyles of Parenting and Academic Motivation of School-Going Adolescents.
Authors: Joseph, C. H. & Arogundade, A. O.
FUOYE International Journal of Education • 2021
Open publicationBeing mindful of negative emotions and the art of calming down in the workplace: implications for workplace counselling.
Authors: Olatunbosun, S. O.& Joseph, C. H.
FUOYE International Journal of Education. • 2021
Improving the Learning of English Language Skills among Secondary School Students: The Role of the School Counsellor.
Authors: Joseph, C. H., Ofuani, F. N.& Alika, H. I.
Journal of Educational Research on Children, Parents & Teachers, 2(2), 271-282. • 2021
Open publicationThe Psychosocial Effects and Support Experienced by Married Women during the COVID-19 Lockdown in Oye Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Authors: Joseph, C. H., & Adeyemi, F. T
Asian Basic and Applied Research Journal • 2021
Open publicationEmotional intelligence profile of university administrators: A case of University of Benin, Nigeria.
Authors: Joseph, C. H., &Alutu, A. N. G.
Journal of Educational Research on Children, Parents & Teachers • 2021
Open publicationCOVID-19, Norms, and Discrimination against Female Gender in Nigeria: Focus on Implications for Mental Health Counselling.
Authors: Joseph, C. H., Alika, H. I., Anikelechi, I. G. &Thobejane, T.D.
Journal of Intellectual Disability-Diagnosis and Treatment • 2021
Open publicationAssessment of Depression Symptoms and Help-seeking Behaviour among in-school Adolescents in Edo State: Implications for mental health counselling.
Authors: Alutu, A. N. G &Joseph, C.H.
Journal of Professional Counselling • 2020
Vulnerable Internally Displaced Persons (VIDPs) in Nigerian Environment: Their Dilemma and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Intervention.
Authors: Joseph, C. H., Anikelechi I. G & Mutambar, E.
International Journal of Criminology and Sociology • 2020
Open publicationSteering the Career Path of Nigerian Youths in a Recessed Economy for Nation Building.
Authors: Joseph, C. H.,& Anikelechi, I. G.
Journal of Nation-building & Policy Studies (JoNPS) • 2019
Open publicationThe personality characteristics of guidance and counselling undergraduates in selected tertiary institutions in Ekiti state: year of study and religious orientation difference. 9, 57-66.
Authors: Joseph, C. H. & Alika, H. I.
Edo Journal of Counselling, • 2018
Sustainability of Online Teaching-Learning Platforms in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions: Assessing Lecturers‟ Attitude, Readiness, and Teaching Styles.
Authors: Joseph, C.H., Osiesi, M.P., Adaramoye, T.O., Hammed, O.S.
Int Res J Multidiscip Scope, 7(1):157-173. • (2026)
Open publicationJob Search among transition-age youth in Ekiti State, Nigeria.
Authors: Joseph, C. H., & Adeyemi, F. T.
Rima International Journal of Education, • (2023).
Open publicationSuicide among Teenagers and Young Adults: The Causes, Trends and Intervention.
Authors: Joseph, C. H., Olatunji, R. O.& Anikelechi, I. G.
Gender & Behaviour, • (2022)
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