Dr. Vincent received his doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Oregon in 1972, and is Professor of Psychology at the University of Houston.  In addition to his role as Department Chairman, for sixteen years he has served as Director of Clinical Psychology, which is among the top 15% of clinical psychology programs nationally and the top rated program in Texas.  He also serves as Director of the Center for Forensic Psychology and is Executive Director of Forensic Psychology Services at the University of Houston.  Dr. Vincent has also served as Director of the Victims' Resource Institute, where based on his dedication on behalf of victims of trauma and violence he was recognized by the U. S. Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime. He also holds a clinical faculty appointment at Baylor College of Medicine.  He has maintained a practice in clinical and forensic psychology for over 30 years. He has been a licensed clinical psychologist in the State of Texas since 1974 and is board certified as a clinical psychologist with the American Board of Professional Psychology.

Dr. Vincent has edited six books in the area of Family Psychology, served on the editorial boards of numerous professional journals, and has authored over 120 research articles, chapters, books and conference presentations.  He has received over 30 research grants from private, state, and federal agencies, including funding from the National Institute of Mental Health, National Institute of Health, and the U. S. Department of Justice.  In the context of his practice in clinical and forensic psychology, Dr. Vincent has served as an expert witness in State and Federal Court for cases involving civil litigation. He has also served as a consultant to major law firms, corporations and governmental agencies regarding forensic psychology in the context of labor and employment law, family law and other civil law arenas.