April 30, 2024

Psychology Grad-in-Residence to Discuss Veteran-Related Mental Health, Sept. 15

Psychology Graduate in Residence Robyn Shepardson

Psychology Graduate in Residence Robyn Shepardson

Psychology Graduate in Residence Robyn L. Shepardson, a clinical research psychologist with the Syracuse Department of Veterans Affairs, will deliver a public lecture titled “Increasing Access to Mental Health Treatment: Clinical Research Evaluating a Brief Anxiety Intervention for Primary Care Behavioral Health Settings” on Thursday, Sept. 15 at 4 p.m., in the Hurley Convergence Center’s Digital Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.

During her visit to UMW, Dr. Shepardson will also present about her work on developing, testing and implementing interventions for veterans with anxiety and depression in relevant psychology courses. In addition, she will have lunch with students who are interested in pursuing graduate school or careers in related fields.