Shelley Steenrod

Shelley Steenrod is Professor at Salem State University School of Social Work, specializing in substance abuse treatment, child welfare, and adoption policy. Licensed clinical social worker with expertise in dual diagnosis and family interventions.

Research Focus: Substance abuse treatment systems, child welfare intersections with addiction, and international adoption practices. Current Behavioral Health Fellow with Boston University's ADEP program.

Policy Work: Advises state/federal policymakers on improving services for women, minorities, and co-occurring disorder populations.