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Dr. Emily Bilek is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Michigan. Board-certified in clinical psychology (ABPP), she specializes in youth anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder with a focus on improving access to evidence-based treatments.
Her educational background includes a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis, a Ph.D. from the University of Miami, and postdoctoral training at the University of Michigan.
Dr. Bilek's research focuses on youth anxiety, OCD, transdiagnostic treatments, and mechanisms of cognitive behavioral therapy. She examines underlying mechanisms of pediatric anxiety and depression while developing strategies to enhance treatment efficacy and reduce barriers to accessing care. Her recent work emphasizes implementation science, particularly school-based delivery of CBT.
Her publication record shows consistent output in high-impact journals, with recent articles (2022-2025) focusing on school-based implementation of CBT, treatment fidelity, OCD mechanisms, and therapeutic innovations for youth anxiety. Her work demonstrates a clear trajectory from basic treatment research toward real-world implementation challenges.
- Board-certified Clinical Psychologist (ABPP)
Dr. Bilek supervises trainees across disciplines through the Child OCD and Anxiety Disorders Program. Her active grant portfolio includes implementation research examining adaptive strategies for school-based CBT delivery (ASIC trial), with multiple publications emerging from this work on provider adherence, student outcomes, and implementation barriers. Her research bridges clinical science and practical application in community settings.
As a key member of the Child OCD and Anxiety Disorders Program, Dr. Bilek contributes to clinical service delivery, research, and training in pediatric anxiety disorders. Her work extends beyond traditional academic boundaries through community trainings, media engagement, and development of accessible treatment programming for youth.
