Denise J. Krause

Denise J. Krause is a Clinical Professor at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work, where she also serves as Associate Dean for Community Engagement and Alumni Relations. Her work focuses on solution-focused practice, interventions with individuals and families, and innovations in teaching and online education. She actively collaborates with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services and other agencies to implement training initiatives.

• MSSW in Social Work, Columbia University (1987)
• BA in Social Work, Binghamton University (1985)

Krause's research integrates solution-focused methodologies with trauma-informed care, emphasizing student-alumni mentoring programs, community engagement, and workforce training in child welfare and dental health. Her recent publications highlight institutional transformation and cross-sector partnerships.

Krause's academic and professional activities include developing trauma-informed curricula, evaluating mentoring programs, and advancing solution-focused interventions in child welfare. Her earlier work spans occupational health in dentistry, rural workforce planning, and child abuse recovery frameworks.

She can be reached at dkrause@buffalo.edu or 620 Baldy Hall, University at Buffalo, Amherst, NY 14260.