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Dr. Marsha Richardson is a Senior Lecturer and Director of the School and Mental Health Counseling Program at the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Widener University. Her professional experience spans clinical psychology practice, program administration, and leadership roles in mental health agencies across Philadelphia and Chester counties. Dr. Richardson specializes in trauma-informed care, program development, and child resiliency initiatives.
Education:
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Widener University
- Master’s in Clinical Psychology, Widener University
Research & Professional Contributions: Her work includes developing community-based mental health programs, cultural diversity curricula for clinical training, and collaborations with Philadelphia’s Department of Behavioral Health, USAID in Ukraine, and organizations like Devereux. She provides training on child development, trauma-informed practices, and program evaluation.
Recent Articles: Focus on child psychology during crises, pandemic-era education challenges, and community-academic partnerships. Her media engagements address practical strategies for educators and families.
Advising & Collaboration: Collaborated with Philadelphia’s behavioral health departments and international teams. Developed programs for institutionalized populations and trauma-informed care facilities. Served as a clinical supervisor in residential treatment and foster care systems.
Labs/Teams: Leads the School and Mental Health Counseling Program at Penn GSE, contributing to initiatives like Projects for Progress and the Netter Center’s community partnerships.
