Paul Salmon

Paul Salmon, PhD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Louisville. His research focuses on complementary healthcare practices such as mindfulness meditation and physical activity in stress management and psychotherapy. He leads the Biobehavioral Research Lab, located in Lutz Hall. Salmon holds a B.A. from Notre Dame University, M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from DePaul University, and an M.S. in Exercise Physiology from the University of Louisville.

He teaches courses including Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 385), Exercise Psychology (PSYC 550), and Clinical Practicum (PSYC 685). His work bridges clinical psychology with behavioral health, emphasizing evidence-based mind-body interventions. No specific grants or awards are listed here, though his publications explore the physiological and psychological impacts of mindfulness and yoga in clinical contexts.