Jennifer Block-Lerner

Jennifer Block-Lerner, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at Kean University within the College of Health Professions and Human Services, specifically affiliated with the Department of Advanced Studies in Psychology. She serves as a Program Director and contributes to editorial oversight as a member of the Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science editorial board.

• Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, B.A. in Psychology

Dr. Block-Lerner specializes in contextual behavioral science (CBS)-based interventions, particularly acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness approaches. Her research focuses on applying these therapies to address anxiety, depression, and trauma sequelae, with specific emphasis on:

• College student mental health
• Psychological flexibility in higher education populations
• Cultural responsiveness in CBS-based interventions
• Interprofessional healthcare workforce training

Key publication trends reflect work with diverse populations across:

• Academic settings
• Healthcare professions
• Substance use contexts
• Chronic pain management
• Interdisciplinary education

She has collaborated extensively with researchers like Douglas Marks on translational applications of CBS frameworks in both clinical and educational environments.