Andrew Evans

Welcome to my website! My name is Andrew Evans (they/them) and I currently serve as Visiting Assistant Professor of Health, Humanities, and Society at the University of Notre Dame Reilly Center for Science, Technology, and Values. I received my PhD in Philosophy and MA in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Cincinnati.

My research falls within the philosophy of mental health, bioethics, and philosophy of psychology. Some questions I investigate include: What is a “mental disorder” and what impact does this conceptualization have on treatment? How should we understand the aims and purview of mental healthcare? How can the mental health system be transformed to better serve neurodiverse people and those who experience psychological distress? How can philosophical and scientific theories of the mind impact psychiatric treatment?

I also have experience working in mental healthcare as a therapist, caregiver, and patient navigator.

If you’d like to connect, feel free to contact me!