Jennifer Eno Louden

Jennifer Eno Louden, PhD, is a Professor of Psychology at The University of Texas at El Paso and leads the Mental Health and Criminal Justice Lab. Her work integrates clinical, social, and correctional psychology to develop best practices for justice-involved individuals with mental illness.

Research Focus

Dr. Eno Louden's research examines:

• Mental health screening protocols in correctional facilities
• Community supervision interventions for clients with serious mental illness
• Stigma reduction strategies for criminal legal involvement
• Ethical frameworks for mandated treatment in probation/parole systems

Awards & Funding

• Best Paper Award from Psychological Services (2019)
• Grants from the National Institute of Justice and Hogg Foundation for Mental Health

Professional Leadership

She chairs American Psychology-Law Society committees, represents APA Division 18 at the APA Science Directorate, and serves as associate editor for Criminal Justice and Behavior.

Training Programs

Dr. Eno Louden developed specialized curricula on community corrections interventions, including on-demand professional training for mental health practitioners working in correctional settings.