Soeun Park

Dr. Soeun Park is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, affiliated with the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Iowa. Her research focuses on intergenerational trauma among immigrant communities of color, mental health stigma, and cultural considerations for twice-exceptional learners. She specializes in studying Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) populations, exploring substance use treatment outcomes, educational equity, and career development for neurodivergent individuals.

Her work addresses critical issues such as cultural barriers in mental health care, the intersection of ADHD and high ability in young adults, and the experiences of AAPI international students. She also investigates parental challenges in supporting twice-exceptional children and the role of cultural values like educational meritocracy in South Korean contexts. Dr. Park’s research emphasizes intersectional approaches to understanding marginalized communities.

Her articles consistently highlight themes of health disparities, cultural competence in education, and systemic inequities affecting AAPI and neurodivergent populations. Notable contributions include studies on treatment completion rates for AAPI substance users and the career trajectories of twice-exceptional youth. She advocates for tailored interventions addressing both academic excellence expectations and unmet needs in diverse populations.

Dr. Park maintains an active research agenda with over 15 peer-reviewed publications since 2011. Her work bridges clinical, developmental, and cultural psychology to advance inclusive practices in education and healthcare systems. She is currently based at soeunp@cpp.edu in office 5-120.