Danielle Fettes

Danielle Fettes is an Assistant Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), School of Medicine. She holds a PhD in Sociology from Indiana University, Bloomington, and her interdisciplinary work bridges social science, mental health, and public health services. Her academic role is adjunct, indicating a part-time or volunteer affiliation.

• Position: Assistant Adjunct Professor
• Department: Psychiatry
• School: School of Medicine
• University: University of California, San Diego
• Email: dfettes@ucsd.edu

Education

• PhD in Sociology, Indiana University, Bloomington

Danielle Fettes' research centers on the implementation of evidence-based practices within child welfare and mental health systems, with a strong emphasis on equity, organizational dynamics, and service delivery to vulnerable populations. Her work explores how systemic factors such as funding, neoliberal policies, and interagency collaboration influence the adoption and sustainability of interventions. She has contributed to research on trauma-informed care for Latinx families, coaching fidelity in evidence-based programs, and disparities in adolescent substance use and mental health outcomes within the child welfare system.

Her recent publications (2023–2025) indicate active engagement in critical topics such as inclusive faculty recruitment in health sciences, assisted outpatient treatment, and innovative methods like after-action reviews to improve service linkages. Her body of work spans disciplines including psychiatry, public health, behavioral sciences, and sociology, reflecting a transdisciplinary approach to improving mental health services.

Scientific Awards

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Advising and Grants

There is no explicit information regarding graduate student advising, grant funding, or mentorship roles in the provided materials. However, her extensive collaborative research, particularly with the Aarons lab at UCSD, suggests active participation in funded research projects, though specific grants are not detailed.

Labs and Research Teams

Danielle Fettes is closely affiliated with implementation science research teams at UCSD, notably collaborating with Dr. Gregory A. Aarons. Her work frequently involves interagency collaborative models and studies conducted within child welfare and community mental health settings, indicating integration into research networks focused on scaling evidence-based practices and improving systems of care.