Constance Walsh

Dr. Constance Walsh is a Core Faculty member in the Department of Social Work within the School of Cultural and Family Psychology at Pacific Oaks College, Pasadena. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in clinical practice and leadership across diverse settings including school-based mental health, medical environments, community mental health, and addiction treatment. Her work spans populations from infants to older adults, and she brings a strong commitment to equity and justice in social work education and practice.

Education:

• B.S. in Psychology/Health, Western Oregon University, Monmouth, OR (2005)
• M.S.W. in Social Work, Portland State University, Portland, OR (2008)
• Ed.D. in Leadership and Professional Practice, Trevecca Nazarene University, Nashville, TN (2020)

Dr. Walsh's research and professional expertise focus on trauma-informed care, particularly the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences and the use of mindfulness and movement as healing tools. She is deeply engaged in addressing systemic inequities, especially the Black-White opportunity gap, and advocates for marginalized communities, including LGBTQIA and racially diverse populations. Her work integrates clinical insight with educational leadership and curriculum development.

Her areas of specialization include mental health/psychopathology, sexuality and gender issues, social justice, and higher education leadership. She is a member of the National Association of Social Workers and the Council on Social Work Education, and holds a California license as a Clinical Social Worker.

Professional Memberships:

• National Association of Social Workers
• Council on Social Work Education

Licensure:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker, California

Dr. Walsh has over six years of experience teaching at the community college, bachelor's, and master's levels. Prior to joining Pacific Oaks College, she held teaching and leadership roles at Fullerton College and University of the People, contributing significantly to program development and academic leadership in social work and psychology disciplines.