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Miguel Villodas is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the Department of Psychology within the College of Sciences at San Diego State University (SDSU). He holds a PhD from SDSU/UC San Diego Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology (2011). His research focuses on child maltreatment, developmental psychopathology, and culturally informed interventions for ADHD and trauma-affected populations. He has advised numerous graduate and undergraduate students and leads multiple federally funded grants.
Education: PhD in Clinical Psychology (SDSU/UCSD, 2011); MS in Clinical Psychology (SDSU, 2009); BA in Psychology (SDSU, 2005).
Research Interests: Villodas examines how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), neglect, and maltreatment impact youth mental health and behavior, particularly among ethnic minorities. His work emphasizes intervention development, including school-based programs (e.g., After-School Treatment Program) and culturally adapted therapies for Latinx families. He also investigates mechanisms linking trauma to psychopathology, such as neurocognitive pathways and family dynamics.
Key Contributions: Co-developed the Summer Treatment Program adaptation for underserved communities; led studies on intergenerational transmission of maltreatment; published over 100 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology and Child Abuse & Neglect. His grants include NIH-funded projects on ADHD interventions and disparities in mental healthcare access.
Awards: Recognized with the APA Division 37 Early Career Award (2018) for child maltreatment research and the Journal of Pediatric Psychology's Most Cited Paper Award (2018).
Service: Serves as thesis/dissertation chair/committee member for over 50 students. Leads initiatives to enhance equity in STEM education and inclusive research environments through funded projects like the Undergraduate Research Equity Program.
Labs/Teams: Directs the Child and Adolescent Behavior Lab, focusing on trauma, ADHD, and cultural competence in interventions. Collaborates with national teams on child welfare policy and implementation science in community mental health.
