Breeda McGrath

Dr. Breeda McGrath is an Adjunct Professor and Associate Dean for the College of Graduate and Professional Studies at The Chicago School, with a focus on Pacific Oaks College. She has served in leadership roles such as Online Dean of Academic Affairs and Department Chair of International Psychology Online since joining the university in 2007.

• Doctoral and Master’s degrees in School Psychology from Loyola University Chicago
• Licensed Clinical Psychologist (Puerto Rico, Chicago, IL)
• Nationally Certified School Psychologist

Dr. McGrath specializes in school psychology (child development, trauma-informed care, educational disabilities), clinical psychology (anxiety, mood disorders, CBT), and international collaboration (Greece, Indonesia, India, Puerto Rico). Her work emphasizes social-emotional learning, cross-cultural considerations, and systems change in educational settings.

Recent publications and presentations highlight her contributions to online education, refugee mental health, and global psychology curricula. She has delivered talks on topics like peace psychology, cyber counseling, and digital-era youth development.

Key affiliations:

• American Psychological Association (Peace Psychology, International Psychology divisions)
• APA Ethics Committee
• Young Center for Immigrant Children's Rights (Consultant)
• National Association of School Psychologists
• UPCEA International Network Leadership