Primary Job Title President Primary Organization entucky Psychiatric Association
Gender Male
Dr. Wright is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Louisville where he also serves as Vice Chairman for Academic Affairs and Director of the Depression Center. Dr. Wright’s research has been focused on developing and testing computer-assisted psychotherapy methods for improving the efficiency of
treatment and enhancing the psychotherapeutic experience. He is currently serving as a Principal Investigator of an NIMH sponsored, multi-site study of computer-assisted CBT for depression.
Dr. Wright was the Founding President of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and the President of the Kentucky Psychiatric Association. He is a Fellow of the American College of Psychiatrists. Dr. Wright has received the Distinguished Educator of the Year Award from the University of Louisville among other awards. .
