Aida Ismael-Lennon

Aida Ismael-Lennon is a Lecturer in the Department of Psychology at the College of Staten Island (CSI), part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system. She joined the psychology faculty in August 2023, bringing extensive experience in clinical, school, and forensic psychology.

Her research and professional interests center on trauma-informed practices, multicultural counseling, and diversity and inclusion in mental health. She has presented widely on these topics at institutions such as the Kennedy Krieger Institute, Seton Hall University, and Rutgers University. Her work emphasizes culturally responsive care for ethnically diverse populations affected by interpersonal trauma.

Dr. Ismael-Lennon is a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist in New York and New Jersey. She earned her PhD from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has held leadership roles in the New Jersey Psychological Association, co-chairing both the Committee on Diversity and Inclusion and the Committee on Legislative Affairs.

She maintains an active forensic psychology practice, providing expert testimony to Family and Supreme Courts in NY and NJ for Child Protective Services and the Office of the Public Defender. Additionally, she conducts anti-racism training for mental health clinicians through the New Jersey Children’s Alliance.

• Scientific Awards and Honors:
• Invitee, American Psychological Association’s Leadership Institute for Women in Psychology

She has taught coursework in multicultural counseling and assessment at several universities. There is no public information available about her advising graduate students or securing research grants. She is not listed as leading a lab or research team.