Donna Kelley

Dr. Donna Kelley is a Clinical Professor and the Psy.D. Program Director at Immaculata University's Department of Psychology and Counseling. She actively contributes to teaching, private practice, and professional organizations, including the American Psychological Association and the Therapeutic Assessment Institute.

• Education
  • Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, Loyola University in Maryland
  • M.S. in Clinical Psychology, Loyola University in Maryland
  • M.S. in Counseling and Human Relations, Villanova University
  • B.S. in Psychology, Immaculata University

Research interests include therapeutic assessment, personality assessment, and the integration of psychology with spirituality. Her scholarly work emphasizes grief and loss, particularly in religious contexts, and performance-based psychological evaluations.

Publications highlight her expertise in therapeutic assessment methodologies, compassionate communication, and human development. Notably, her work explores the application of the Rorschach test and interventions for shame processing.

Professional affiliations include memberships in the American Psychological Association (APA), Pennsylvania Psychological Association (PPA), Society of Personality Assessment (SPA), and the International Society for the Rorschach.

Teaching focuses on advanced assessment techniques, clinical supervision, and theoretical frameworks in psychology. She has taught courses such as Assessment II: Personality, Assessment IV: Advanced Skills, and Practicum Seminar.