Colleen Murphy

Colleen Murphy, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Clinical Health Psychology at the Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba. As a registered clinical psychologist, she provides psychological services within Winnipeg's Early Psychosis Prevention and Intervention Service, specializing in severe psychiatric conditions.

Her educational background includes:

• PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Manitoba
• Clinical Psychology Residency, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Toronto
• Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, University of Manitoba
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology, University of Manitoba

Dr. Murphy's research centers on developing and evaluating psychosocial interventions for psychosis and schizophrenia, with emphasis on cognitive remediation and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for psychosis (CBTp). She concurrently investigates information needs and mental health literacy in early psychosis populations to advance recovery-oriented care and early intervention frameworks.

She actively supervises psychology residents and practicum students in psychosis assessment and treatment while directing Continuing Professional Development for her department. Professional affiliations include the Manitoba Psychological Society Council of Representatives (APA), North American CBTp Network, and Canadian Consortium for Early Intervention in Psychosis.