Alicia Spidel

Dr. Alicia Spidel is a Lecturer at Kwantlen Polytechnic University's College of Arts and Social Sciences, with dual appointments in the Educational Studies Program and Criminology Department. Holding a PhD from the University of Montreal and clinical credentials as a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), she bridges forensic psychology and mental health disciplines through her teaching and clinical work.

• BSc (UBC)
• MA (UBC)
• PhD (University of Montreal)
• RCC certification

Dr. Spidel's research focuses on intersections between trauma, personality disorders, and social justice, particularly examining:

• Third wave therapies (DBT, ACT)
• PTSD and systemic trauma
• Addictions and mental health
• Shame/guilt dynamics
• Risk assessment frameworks
• Forensic psychology applications

Her 20+ years of clinical experience span corrections, community agencies, and academic settings. While her 50+ publications highlight trends in trauma-informed care, social justice in mental health, and therapeutic effectiveness, she specializes in third wave therapies for complex clients.

As an educator, she provides workshops on mindfulness and clinical approaches for traumatized populations. Her teaching spans both psychology and criminology domains, reflecting her forensic psychology background.