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Kelly Kennedy is an Associate Professor and Director of the School Counseling and School Psychology (CSP) programs at Chapman University's Attallah College of Educational Studies. She has been a faculty member since 2007 and teaches courses in group counseling, multicultural counseling, assessment, program evaluation, research methods, and fieldwork practicum. She also leads international travel courses to countries such as Guatemala, Cambodia, and Vietnam.
- University: Chapman University
- School: Attallah College of Educational Studies
- Position: Associate Professor; Director, CSP Programs
Dr. Kennedy earned her educational degrees from the University of California system: a BS from UC San Diego, and an MA and PhD from UC Santa Barbara.
- Bachelor of Science, University of California, San Diego
- Master of Arts, University of California, Santa Barbara
- Ph.D., University of California, Santa Barbara
Her research focuses on school-based mental health, with particular expertise in supporting LGBTQ youth, culturally competent practices, program evaluation, juvenile justice, and international school psychology. She emphasizes strength-based approaches and resilience in educational settings.
Her recent publications reflect a strong trend in community and school partnerships, intervention evaluation using single-case designs, and inclusive practices for marginalized populations such as LGBTQ, gifted, and justice-involved youth. She has contributed significantly to literature on counseling special populations, particularly through co-authored books and chapters.
Dr. Kennedy holds editorial roles in prominent journals:
- Associate Editor, Contemporary School Psychology
- Former Editor, Trainers’ Forum
She mentors graduate students in the MA, Ed.S., and PhD in Education programs, serving as advisor, dissertation committee member, and chair. Her work integrates research, teaching, and service, with an emphasis on social justice and equity in education. She is actively involved in shaping school psychology training and practice both nationally and internationally.
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