Robin Weersing

Robin Weersing is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the Child Study Center at Yale School of Medicine, Yale University. Her research focuses on psychosocial and combination treatments for child and adolescent depression, trauma exposure impacts on therapy outcomes, and cognitive behavioral interventions for at-risk youth. She holds a PhD from the University of California, Los Angeles (2000).

Her work emphasizes evidence-based approaches to mental health, including studies on dose effects in prevention programs and transdiagnostic behavioral therapies. Recent publications (2024) highlight advancements in understanding treatment efficacy for pediatric anxiety and depression comorbidities. No explicit scientific awards are listed, though her contributions to clinical research are evident through publication outputs.

Dr. Weersing’s affiliation with the Child Study Center positions her at the forefront of pediatric mental health research, with a focus on translating clinical findings into practical therapeutic strategies. Her research spans cognitive behavioral therapy, depression prevention, and trauma-informed care for youth.