Alicia Bower

Alicia Bower is an Associate Professor in the Liberal Arts & Sciences department at Berklee College of Music, specializing in psychology. She teaches general, developmental, and positive psychology courses. Her research focuses on child and adolescent aggression, parental reinforcement strategies, and contemplative practices in education. She holds a PhD in psychology and has explored the effects of social movements on cultural/individual change.

• PhD in Psychology
• 20+ years of musical composition experience blending digital and traditional instruments

Her recent work includes studies on parental responses to children’s prosocial behaviors (published in the Journal of Child and Family Studies) and the psychological impact of generational differences in education. She has received multiple academic awards and frequently presents at national/international conferences.

Alicia integrates music with psychological principles to create interdisciplinary spaces promoting introspection and exploration of human experiences.