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Jessica Borelli is a Professor of Psychological Science at the University of California, Irvine. Her research focuses on developmental psychopathology, examining links between close relationships, emotions, health, and development, particularly anxiety and depression. She specializes in harnessing relationship science to develop interventions for mental health improvement. Her work emphasizes culturally adapted interventions for low-income and ethnic minority communities, often collaborating with community agencies.
Education:
- B.A., UC Berkeley
- Ph.D., Yale University (Clinical Psychology)
- Clinical Internship: UCLA Semel Institute
- NIC Postdoctoral Fellowship: University of Arizona
Research Interests: Dr. Borelli’s work spans clinical, developmental, and health psychology. Key areas include attachment theory, emotion regulation, maternal mental health, and interventions targeting psychopathology. She is renowned for her research on relational savoring—a technique to strengthen therapeutic relationships—and its application in diverse communities. Her lab, the THRIVE Lab at UCI, focuses on health, relationships, and intervention strategies.
Labs/Teams: Director of the THRIVE Laboratory, dedicated to studying health, relationships, and interventions. Collaborates with community partners to design accessible mental health programs for underserved populations.
