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Dr. Kristina M. Post is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of La Verne, affiliated with the Cástulo de la Rocha College of Health and Community Well-Being. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Notre Dame (2011) with a minor in Quantitative Psychology and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Denver Center for Marital and Family Studies. Her research focuses on mental, physical, and relationship health in diverse populations, particularly couples facing chronic pain, depression, and other stressors. She investigates how communication and support within couples can foster resilience and health. Dr. Post is also a licensed psychologist and core doctoral faculty member, emphasizing evidence-based interventions and relationship education.
Education: Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (University of Notre Dame, 2011), postdoctoral fellowship at University of Denver, and Visiting Assistant Professor at Miami University. Research interests include methodology (e.g., ecological momentary assessment) and interventions targeting couple/family dynamics. Teaching philosophy prioritizes critical thinking and practical application, with structured, inclusive environments for student success.
Her work spans clinical psychology, health psychology, and marital therapy, often employing longitudinal studies and observational methods. Recent articles explore topics like pain management, marital communication, and the effects of interventions like PREP for Strong Bonds. Collaborations with students and peers have produced studies on attributions in marital interactions, pain catastrophizing, and anger regulation.
Presentations highlight her contributions to understanding relationship dynamics in chronic illness and the effectiveness of marriage education programs. She actively mentors students in independent research and emphasizes bridging clinical practice with research insights.
