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Claudia García-Leeds is an Associate Professor in the Department of Professional Psychology at Chestnut Hill College, where she also serves as Co-Director of the MCCP Program. She teaches key courses such as Theories of Counseling and Psychotherapy, Couple and Family Techniques, and Working with Ethnically Diverse Couples.
Educational Background:
- Ph.D., Graduate School of the City University of New York
- M.Phil., Graduate School of the City University of New York
- M.A., New School for Social Research
- B.A., New School for Social Research
Her research and clinical work focus on mental health disparities in underserved populations, particularly communities of color. She specializes in domestic violence, family dynamics, post-traumatic stress disorder, and culturally responsive therapy. Her work emphasizes systemic approaches to treating trauma within Latino families and addressing the intersection of culture, gender, and mental health.
The sole article identified centers on systemic interventions for Latinx families surviving domestic violence in the U.S., reflecting her broader commitment to community-based, culturally grounded clinical practices.
Professional Presentations:
- "Opening Ourselves to Experience Personal and Professional Growth", Chestnut Hill College, 2017
- "Working with Latino Clients: The Role of Culture and Gender in Counseling and Psychotherapy", Chestnut Hill College, 2017
Dr. García-Leeds has over two decades of experience providing psychotherapy and clinical supervision in nonprofit, community-based agencies in New York City and North Philadelphia. Her advising likely includes clinical trainees and graduate students in psychology, though no formal list is provided. She has contributed to research on suicidal behavior in adolescents, HIV prevention, acute stress disorder, and cultural identity formation.
She is actively engaged in program leadership and professional development, though no specific grants or research teams are mentioned in the text.
