Francisco Jesus Coll Espinosa

Francisco Jesus Coll Espinosa is an Adjunct Professor (part-time) at the University of Murcia, affiliated with the Faculty of Psychology and Speech Therapy and the Department of Psychiatry and Social Psychology. His research focuses on art therapy's role in enhancing associative and cognitive abilities in individuals with psychiatric disabilities, as evidenced by his doctoral thesis completed in 2015. He is associated with the research group 'Active Artistic Practices and Citizenship' and previously contributed to 'Psychodiversity and Health.'

Education:

• PhD in Psychology, University of Murcia (2015): Thesis titled 'Aplicación del arte terapia en el desarrollo de capacidades asociativas y cognitivas en personas con discapacidad psíquica.'

Research Interests: Explores intersections of art therapy, mental health, and social inclusion. Key areas include cognitive development in psychiatric populations, psychodiversity, and the therapeutic potential of artistic practices for citizenship engagement.

Grants/Awards: No specific grants or awards listed.

Labs/Teams: Active member of the 'Active Artistic Practices and Citizenship' research group and former contributor to 'Psychodiversity and Health.'