Justin Baker

Justin C. Baker, PhD, ABPP, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at The Ohio State University and the Director for the Suicide and Trauma Reduction Initiative (STRIVE), a research and clinical treatment program that prioritizes evidence-based treatment for veterans, first responders, and civilians suffering from trauma and/or suicide. He is a board-certified clinical psychologist and military veteran focused on improving interventions for trauma and suicide related disorders. His work has been funded by the Department of Defense and other private foundations. Dr. Baker is also a national consultant and sought out trainer for suicide focused treatments. A recent recipient of the Outstanding Research Accomplishment Individual/Academia Award for Excellence from the 2025 Military Health System Research Symposium, his work has been featured in various media outlets to include CNN, Psychiatric Times, CBS, ABC News, CNN Health, NPR The American Homefront Project, Yahoo, and U.S. News & World Report.