Mark E. Kassel

Mark E. Kassel serves as Affiliate Faculty at The Chicago School, where he is affiliated with the Master of Arts in Psychology program within The College of Graduate and Professional Studies. Based at the online campus, Dr. Kassel brings over 25 years of extensive experience as a clinical and forensic psychologist, educator, and academic leader, having worked with extreme and underserved populations in correctional, community, and global trauma contexts.

His academic credentials include:

• Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Adler University (2005)
• MA in Counseling Psychology from Adler University (1994)
• BA from the University of Illinois at Champaign (1987)

Dr. Kassel's research and professional expertise are deeply rooted in Clinical Psychology and Forensic Psychology, with specialization in trauma-informed care and diversity-focused practice. Key areas encompass Child and Adolescent Development, Addictions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Comorbid Disorders, and Post-Traumatic Growth, alongside forensic applications in sexual offender treatment, psychopathology, malingering, and expert witness testimony. His work consistently addresses mental health challenges in high-need populations, including HIV/AIDS contexts and sexuality/gender issues.

His scholarly trajectory demonstrates evolving focus from foundational forensic research on sexual offender recidivism (2001, 2005) to global trauma intervention initiatives for childcare workers in Africa (2011), highlighting cross-cultural applications of psychological principles in underserved communities. Conference presentations further reveal his commitment to optimizing online education through data-driven enrollment strategies and faculty engagement techniques.