Rachel Casey

Dr. Rachel Casey is an Associate Professor of Social Work at the University of Southern Maine, serving as MSW Program Coordinator. She holds joint appointments in the School of Social Work and Women and Gender Studies Program. Her research examines criminal justice reform, antiracist practices, and decarceration initiatives, with particular focus on incarcerated women's experiences.

Her interdisciplinary work combines cultural criticism with empirical studies of prison systems, exploring restorative justice models and community-based alternatives. Research emphasizes mental health challenges, medication practices, and indigenous healing traditions within correctional settings.

Publications analyze systemic barriers to mental healthcare access and document innovative programs connecting incarcerated populations with cultural resources.