Shane Gomes

Dr. Shane Gomes is the Chair and Associate Professor of Psychology at Belmont Abbey College. His expertise spans clinical psychology, developmental psychology, and ethics in mental health practice. He integrates Catholic Benedictine traditions into teaching and clinical work. Dr. Gomes holds a B.S. (1992) from the University of California, M.A. (1994), and Ph.D. (2000) from the California School of Professional Psychology.

• B.S., University of California, 1992
• M.A., California School of Professional Psychology, 1994
• Ph.D., California School of Professional Psychology, 2000

His research focuses on cultural influences in therapy, child maltreatment, and ethical practice. He has conducted workshops on attachment theory, trauma intervention, and confidentiality laws. A licensed clinical psychologist, he balances academia with private practice and parish volunteer work at St. Michael’s in Gastonia. His teaching spans courses like Child/Adolescent Development, Abnormal Psychology, and Ethics in Psychology.

Recent presentations include a 2015 seminar on child abuse and a multi-year training series on confidentiality laws for mental health professionals. No specific awards are listed, but his contributions to clinical education and community workshops highlight his impact.