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Dr. Rebecca Kamody is an Assistant Professor in the Child Study Center at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in adolescent mental health, eating disorders, and gender-affirming care. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Memphis and completed postdoctoral training at Yale Child Study Center. Her research focuses on culturally responsive interventions for eating disorders, health disparities in LGBTQ+ youth, and the role of schools in suicide prevention. Dr. Kamody has been recognized with the 2024 Distinguished Faculty Award for contributions to psychology training and featured in the 2022 Yale Child Study Center spotlight.
Education & Training:
- PhD, University of Memphis, Clinical Psychology (2018)
- Postdoctoral Clinical Fellowship, Yale Child Study Center (2019-2020)
- Psychology Internship, Yale Child Study Center (2018)
- BS, Adrian College, Psychology (2012)
Research Interests: Dr. Kamody’s work addresses eating disorders in adolescents, barriers to gender-affirming care, and mental health disparities. She advocates for evidence-based practices in schools and community settings, including medical-legal partnerships to reduce health inequities. Her research employs dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) adaptations for diverse populations and examines minority stress frameworks in transgender health.
Grants & Clinical Trials: Sub-investigator on the Ketamine for Adolescent Suicidality trial (HIC ID 2000029003). Active in editorial roles for Journal of Pediatric Psychology and Clinical Practice in Pediatric Psychology.
Awards:
- 2024 Distinguished Faculty Award: Outstanding Contributions to Psychology Training
- 2022 Yale Child Study Center Faculty Spotlight
