Carissa Orlando

Carissa Orlando is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of South Carolina. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Arts in Clinical Health Psychology from Appalachian State University. Her clinical and research interests focus on school-based mental health interventions and addressing suicidal/self-injurious behaviors in youth. Dr. Orlando provides assessment and therapy services across diverse settings, emphasizing youth and family care.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Clinical-Community Psychology, University of South Carolina
• M.A. in Clinical Health Psychology, Appalachian State University

Research Focus: Dr. Orlando prioritizes applied clinical work in educational settings, developing evidence-based strategies to prevent mental health crises among adolescents. Her work integrates community-based approaches with clinical practice to address critical behavioral health challenges faced by youth populations.

Advising Note: Dr. Orlando specifies that she does not currently serve as a faculty mentor for incoming students. Her professional activities are centered on direct clinical service and research implementation.