Darren Iwamoto, Ed.D.
Clinical Director, School Counseling Program
Clinical Director, Mental Health Program
Director, Undergraduate Psychology Program
Associate Professor, Psychology
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (808) 739-4604
Biography
Darren came to Chaminade University in 2007 as the school counseling internship director. Previously, Darren spent 11 years working with high-risk adolescents and their families in various community mental health settings. Darren is a licensed mental health counselor in the State of Hawai`i. In the summer of 2013, Darren received his doctorate and was promoted to Assistant Professor. Darren is now the Associate Dean of the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences and oversees programs in Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, and Educational Psychology.
Darren has developed a number of community-based mental health programs that include opening a therapeutic group home, developing an outreach unit for an adolescent diversion program, and partnering with Family Court in developing an intervention program that focused on the runaways. Darren has conducted research on alternative pedagogy to increase academic achievement, bullying prevention, suicide prevention, stress & anxiety, emotional intelligence, social-emotional learning, performance coaching, high-impact practices, and self-regulation.
Academic Degrees
Ed.D., Educational Leadership & Management, Capella University
M.S., Counseling Psychology, Chaminade University of Honolulu
B.A., Psychology, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Publications and Presentations
Halston, A., Lum, T., & Iwamoto, D. (2023). Exploring mobile dating applications: The psyche motivating the use of dating technology, International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention, 12(5), 01-08.
Halston, A., Lum, T., & Iwamoto, D. (2022). Dating anxiety and the utilization of mobile dating applications. International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention, 11(7), 59-64.
Suh, J., Park, E., & Iwamoto, D. (2020). Colored lighting: Visual and emotional impact in learning environment. The International Journal of Architectonic, Spatial, and Environmental Design, 14(1), 41 – 55.
Halston, A., Iwamoto, D., Aguilar, C., & Chun, H. (2020) The relationship of online social networking and various psychological behaviors. Journal of Education, Teaching, and Social Studies, 2(1), 34 – 42.
Iwamoto, D., & Chun, H. (2020). The emotional impact of social media in higher education. International Journal of Higher Education, 9(2), 239-247.
Halston, A., Iwamoto, D., Junker, M., & Chun, H. (2019). Social media and loneliness. International Journal of Psychological Studies, 11(3), 27-38.
Chun, H., Richardson, B., & Iwamoto, D. (2019). Higher education support for adjunct faculty on institutional websites. Journal of Higher Education Theory and Practice, 19(3), 21-31.
Ryan, C., Chun, H., & Iwamoto, D. (2019). Perceived sense of belonging of part-time faculty within institutions of higher education. Journal of Education and Culture Studies, 3(2), 71-81.
Iwamoto, D., Chun, H. (2019). Stress, anxiety and depression: An analysis of higher education students. International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention, 8(3), 47-52.
Iwamoto, D. H., & Hargis, J. (2018). Student Response Systems: A Mindful Approach. In R. J. Harnish, K. R. Bridges, D. N. Sattler, M. L. Signorella, & M. Munson (Eds.) The Use of Technology in Teaching and Learning. Retrieved from the Society for the Teaching of Psychology web site: http://teachpsych.org/ebooks/.
Iwamoto, D. H., Hargis, J., Bordner, R., and Chandler, P. (2017). Self-regulated learning as a critical attribute for successful teaching and learning. International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: 11(2): No. 2, Article 7.
Codier E, Iwamoto D, Monroe M, Jarvis S (2017) Diversity Tools: The Relationship between Emotional Intelligence and Ethnicity in Nurses. Annals of Nursing and Practice, 4(1), 1076
Iwamoto, D. H., Hargis, J., Taitano, E., & Vuong, K. (2017). Analyzing the Efficacy of the Testing Effect Using Kahoot on Student Performance. Turkish Online Journal of Distance Education, 18(2), 80-93.
Iwamoto, D. H. (2016). Notes for editor: Special issue on mobile learning. GLOKALde, 2(4), 14-18.
Iwamoto, D. H., Hargis, J., & Vuong, K. (2016). The effect of project-based learning on student performance: An action research study. International Journal for Scholarship of Technology Enhanced Learning, 1(1), 24-42
Iwamoto, D. The Courage of Learning: Exploring the Neuroscience and Emotions of Learning, Keynote Address, Hawaii Association for Teachers of Japanese (HATJ), Hawaii Baptist Academy, Honolulu, HI, October 26, 2024
Iwamoto, D. & Lau, N. Mental Toughness, Resiliency, and Wellness: A Guide to Burnout Prevention, Sacred Hearts Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, July 31, 2024
Iwamoto, D. & Fryxell, D. Fostering Happiness: Strategies for School Counselors to Cultivate Emotional Well-Being, 2024 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Hawaii Okinawan Center, Waipio, HI, February 23, 2024
Iwamoto, D. & Chun, H. Exploring Mental Health Needs In University Students Post-COVID-19 Restrictions: Analyzing the Impact of Social Re-Engagement, Hawaii International Conference on Education (HICE), Kona, Hawaii, January 3-6, 2024
Iwamoto, D. Social Emotional Learning, Keynote Address, Hawaii Association for Teachers of Japanese (HATJ), Virtual Conference September 23, 2023
Iwamoto, D. Coping with Trauma and Tragedy, Catholic Mental Health Ministry for Windward Oahu, Kailua, HI, September 16, 2023
Iwamoto, D. & Riahi, L., QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training, Leeward Community College, Pearl City, HI, August 14, 2023
Iwamoto, D. H. Coping With Anxiety From the Inside Out, Sacred Hearts Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, August 3, 2023
Iwamoto, D. QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Training, Catholic Mental Health Ministry for Windward Oahu, Kailua, HI, March 11, 2023
Iwamoto, D. & Galutira, S. Gaming and the Adolescent Mind, Saint Louis Middle School Presentation, Honolulu, HI, February 15, 2023
Iwamoto, D. Understanding Anxiety: Signs & Symptoms, Treatment Options, Wellness Tips, and Reducing the Stigma Associated to Mental Health, Catholic Mental Health Ministry for Windward Oahu, Kailua, HI, January 21, 2023
Creech, J., Masuda, D., Iwamoto, D, Chun, H., & Padesky, C. Apo Haumana: A First-Year Student Experience Program, 21st Annual Hawaii International Conference on Education, Hilton Hawaiian Village Waikiki Beach Resort, Honolulu, HI, January 3-6, 2023.
Iwamoto, D. Understanding Stress & Self-Care Strategies to Increase Resiliency, City & County of Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, November 17, 2022
Iwamoto, D. H. & Galutira, S. Social Media and the Professional Educator, Sacred Hearts Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, August 3, 2022
Iwamoto, D. H. & Galutira, S. Trauma-Informed Classrooms, Sacred Hearts Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, August 4, 2022
Gaspar-Takahashi, N., Delavega, L., Iwamoto, D., & Noguchi, A. Supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Student-Driven Undergraduate Research Through Higher Education Partnerships and Collaboration, ConnectUR 2022 Annual Conference, Virtual Conference, June 23, 2022
Iwamoto, D., & Fryxell, D. Rising Up to Actualize the Marianist Values Through Responsive Community Partnerships, 2022 Association of Marianist Universities (AMU) Symposium, St. Louis, MO, June 14-16, 2022
Dalofin, R., Iwamoto, D., &Allen, J. Mapping Traits and Characteristics of Vulnerable Populations: Inquiry Into Sex Trafficking on Oahu, 2022 Na Liko Na’auao, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI, April 8, 2022
Iwamoto, D. H. Creating Trauma Sensitive Learning Environments, Hawaii Baptist Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, August 17, 2021
Iwamoto, D. H. Creating A Trauma Sensitive Classroom, Sacred Hearts Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, August 6, 2021
Iwamoto, D., Understanding Stress, Anxiety, Depression, & Adaptability, Hawaii Baptist Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, April 27, 2021
Watanabe, J., & Iwamoto, D., Pandemic Lessons Learned at Myron B. Thompson Academy, Teaching Colleges & Community (TCC) 2021 Worldwide Online Conference, Virtual Conference, April 14, 2021
Iwamoto, D., & Galutira, S., Changes in School Counseling: What’s Happened and What’s Next, 2021 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Virtual Conference, February 19, 2021
Iwamoto, D. H. Assisting Students Cope with Stress and Anxiety, Sacred Hearts Academy Faculty In-Service Training, Honolulu, HI, August 5, 2020
Iwamoto, D., & Bordner, R. Can You Hear Me Now? Tips for Active Listening, Marianist Leadership Program, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI, February 28, 2020
Iwamoto, D., & Cohen, K. To Speak or Not to Speak, That Is the Question: A Presentation on Effective Communication and Active Listening, Marianist Leadership Program, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI, February 12, 2020
Suh, J., Park, E., & Iwamoto, D. Developing Meaningful Conversations Within Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration, Faculty Resource Network 2019 National Symposium, Hyatt Regency Coral Gables Hotel, Miami, FL, November 21-23, 2019
Iwamoto, D., & Watanabe, J. Lessons Learned by Graduates of Myron B. Thompson Academy, 2019 Hawaii-Pacific Evaluation Annual Conference, Koolau Ballrooms, Kaneohe, HI, September 20, 2019
Halston, A., & Iwamoto, D. The Relationship Between Online Social Networking and Loneliness, The International Academic Forum Conference on Education – Hawaii (IICEHawaii2019), The Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, HI, January 3-5, 2019
Iwamoto, D. & Chun, H., Analyzing Stress, Anxiety, and Depression and Its Relationship to Social Media, Relationships, and Academic Self-Regulation, The 2018 International Conference on Education, Psychology, and Learning (ICEPL – Syndey) – poster presentation, Rydges Camperdown, Sydney, Australia, December 17-19, 2018
Fryxell, D., & Iwamoto, D. H. Preventing Bullying By Promoting and Valuing Acts of Kindness, 2018 World Congress on Education – poster presentation, Ballsbridge Hotel, Dublin, Ireland, July 15-18, 2018
Seno, D., & Iwamoto, D. Analyzing stress, anxiety, and depression and its relationship to social media, 2018 Na Liko Na’auao, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI, April 20, 2018
Seno, D., & Iwamoto, D. Analyzing stress, anxiety, and depression and its relationship to social media, 2018 Chaminade University of Honolulu Annual Undergraduate Psychology Research Conference, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI, April 12, 2018
Iwamoto, D., Fryxell, D., & Halston, A. Guided Activity-Based Counseling, 2018 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Hawaii Okinawan Center, Waipio, HI, February 9, 2018
Oishi, C., & Iwamoto, D. Analyzing Stress, Anxiety, and Depression and Its Relationship to Social Media, Relationships, and Academic Self-Regulation, The International Academic Forum Conference on Education – Hawaii (IICEHawaii2018) – poster presentation, The Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, HI, January 4-6, 2018
Fryxell, D., & Iwamoto, D. H. Using Kindness to Increase Social Emotional Competency and Decrease Bullying in Elementary Schools, 2017 Society for Community Research and Action Biennial Conference – poster presentation, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, June 22, 2017
Chun, D., Iwamoto, D., & Chun, H. Analyzing stress, anxiety, and depression in 21st century students in higher education, 2017 Chaminade University of Honolulu Annual Undergraduate Psychology Research Conference, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI, April 13, 2017
Chun, D., Iwamoto, D., &Chun, H.Analyzing stress, anxiety, and depression in 21st century students in higher education, 2017 Na Liko Na’auao, Chaminade University of Honolulu, Honolulu, HI, April 21, 2017
Iwamoto, D. H., Fryxell D., & Cohen, K. Using Kindness to Increase Social Emotional Competency and to Decrease Bullying on Campus, 2017 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Pomaikai Ballrooms, Dole Cannery Iwilei, Honolulu, HI, February 10, 2017
Fryxell, D., & Iwamoto, D. H. Supporting Preschool Children with Behavioral Challenges: A Teacher, Administrator, and Parent Training Initiative, 2016 International Society on Early Intervention Conference: Children’s Rights and Early Intervention, City Hall, Stockholm, Sweden, June 8, 2016
Iwamoto, D. H., & Koch, S. Career Readiness: A K-12 Approach, 2016 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Hawaii Okinawan Center, Waipio, HI, February 5, 2016
Park, E., Carlson, B., Coleman, V., Roseler K., Suh, J., & Iwamoto, D. Using ProQuest RefWorks: Integrating with Google Docs, Title III SoTL Interdisciplinary Fellowship, Chaminade University of Honolulu Spring Faculty Retreat, Honolulu, HI, January 7, 2016
Iwamoto, D. H., Fryxell D., & Cohen, K. Development, Implementation, and Reflections of a Campus Wide Suicide Prevention and Wellness Program: Utilizing the Action Research Cycle for Program Improvement, 2015 Society for Community Research and Action Biennial Conference – poster presentation, University of Massachusetts Lowell, Lowell, MA, June 20, 2015
Iwamoto, D. H., Fryxell D., & Cohen, K. E Ho`opili No Na Haumana (“To Come Together for the Students”) Project, Campus-wide Suicide Prevention: Results and Lessons Learned, 28th World Congress of the International Association for Suicide Prevention – poster presentation, University of Quebec in Montreal, Montreal Quebec, Canada, June 18, 2015
Iwamoto, D. H., Jacobson, A., & Jacobson, S. Suicide Prevention Among LGBT Adolescents and Young Adults: Utilizing Positive Psychology to Create an Ally Action Plan, 2015 Annual Prevent Suicide Hawai`i Conference, Marriott Waikoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa, HI, April 30, 2015
Iwamoto, D. H., & Chinen, S. RAINBOWS in Me: Teaching Resiliency & Strengthening Character in Elementary School Students Through the Values of Aloha, 2015 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Hawaii Prince Hotel, Honolulu, HI, February 6, 2015
Iwamoto, D. H., & Fryxell D. Enhancing Emotional Intelligence: Practical Strategies for K-12 School Counselors, 2015 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Hawaii Prince Hotel, Honolulu, HI, February 6, 2015
Iwamoto, D. H., & Fryxell D. Grief and Loss: What School Counselors Can Do for their Students, 2014 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Hawaii Okinawa Center, Waipahu, HI, February 7, 2014
Iwamoto, D. H. Suicide Awareness and Prevention, 2013 Resident Advisors & Resident Directors Training, Chaminade University, Honolulu, HI, August 16, 2013
Iwamoto, D. H. Issues Pertaining to At-Risk Youth in Hawaii, Law for Youth Empowerment Facilitator Training, William S. Richardson School of Law, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI, November 4, 2012
Iwamoto, D. H. Managing Long-Distance Relationships, September 2012 Residence Hall workshop, Waialae Ave. Residence Hall, Honolulu, HI, September 28, 2012
Iwamoto, D. H. Suicide Awareness and Prevention, 2012 Resident Advisors & Resident Directors Training, Chaminade University, Honolulu, HI, August 16, 2012
Fryxell, D., & Iwamoto, D. H. Working Out Anger and Aggression, 2012 American School Counseling Association National Conference, Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN, June 25, 2012
Iwamoto, D. H., & Fryxell D. School Wide Bullying Prevention, 2012 American School Counseling Association National Conference, Minneapolis Convention Center, Minneapolis, MN, June 25, 2012
Fryxell, D., & Iwamoto, D. H. Sibling Rivalry, April 2012 L. Robert Allen Montessori Center Parent Night, Honolulu, HI, April 18, 2012
Iwamoto, D. H., & Fryxell D. Bullying and Aggression: Facts and Interventions, 2012 Hawaii School Counseling Association Conference, Leeward Community College, Pearl City, HI, March 8, 2012