Deborah Ebener
Professor and Director of Clinical Training
Ebener is Professor and Director of Clinical Training in the College of Education’s Department of Educational Psychology and Learning Systems. Ebener’s research focuses on psychological and social factors that influence an individual’s coping and adaptation to disability and chronic illness, as well as recovery from substance use disorders. Her current research examines positive psychology constructs of humor, spirituality and optimism as coping mechanisms in recovery and adaptation.
Topics: Education Mental Health Substance Abuse
(850) 644-1789
debener@fsu.edu
JaNiene Peoples
Assistant Professor
JaNiene Peoples is an Assistant Professor at the College of Social Work. Her research applies a biopsychosocial framework to investigate multilevel risk and protective factors influencing mental health and substance use outcomes, with a primary focus on Black emerging adults and college students. Her research also aims to elucidate critical mechanisms underlying substance use behavior and to translate these insights into empirically grounded, culturally responsive interventions that advance recovery and promote psychological well-being among populations disproportionately affected by substance misuse. JaNiene applies digital health and advanced methodology (e.g., ecological momentary assessment) within her area of research.
She is also a Certified Executive Functioning Coach and ADHD-Certified Practitioner, bringing expertise in helping diverse populations develop strategies to create actionable plans, manage timelines, strengthen inhibitory control, and overcome distractions to achieve academic, personal, and professional goals.