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Dr. Alexis Arczynski is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of La Verne, affiliated with the Cástulo de la Rocha College of Health and Community Well-Being. They hold a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology (University of Utah, 2014), an M.S. in Counseling (California State University, Fullerton, 2007), and a B.A. in Psychology (Chapman University). Prior roles include core faculty positions at Antioch University Los Angeles and the University of Oklahoma’s Counseling Psychology Program, alongside clinical roles at the University of Utah Counseling Center.
Research focuses on multicultural social justice, emphasizing supervision practices, power dynamics, and resilience in marginalized communities. Pedagogically, they employ feminist multicultural frameworks to cultivate critical consciousness and empower students. Clinically, they specialize in trauma-informed care, gender transition support, and advocacy for LGBTQ+, racial/ethnic minorities, and economically disadvantaged populations. Their work integrates qualitative methods like grounded theory and participatory action research.
- Awards: 2019 Best Supervisor (U Utah), 2017 APA Outstanding Publication, 2014 Excellence in Teaching.
- Teaching: Emphasizes experiential learning, reflexivity, and social justice application.
- Grants/Advising: No specific grants mentioned, but extensive supervision and training contributions highlighted.
Key publications address feminist mentorship, spiritually integrative therapy with youth, and social justice in clinical training. Presentations span topics like queer spirituality, trauma, and feminist activism identity development.
