Erik D. Hesse

Erik D. Hesse is an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley. He is affiliated with the College of Letters & Science and holds dual research focuses in Developmental Psychology and Behavioral and Systems Neuroscience. His work explores topics such as attachment and evolution, narrative analysis, disorganized/unclassifiable attachment statuses in children and adults, altered consciousness linked to adverse attachment experiences, and the impact of frightened/frightening parental behavior.

His research description emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human development and neurobehavioral systems. While no specific articles are listed here, his publications likely address these core themes. He is reachable via the department’s administrative email (not for clinical matters).

Erik’s academic contributions span teaching and research, though specific grants or advising details are not detailed in the provided text. The UC Berkeley Psychology Clinic and broader department resources are highlighted, though direct lab affiliations or team collaborations remain unspecified.