Dr. Linda G. Castillo is a professor in the counseling psychology doctoral and school counseling master's degree programs. She is a licensed psychologist with a specialization in women's mental health, Relational Cultural Therapy, and Solution Focused Counseling. She was bestowed Fellow status by the American Psychological Association for her research in college student mental health and Latine educational persistence. Awarded over $10 million in federal funds across her career, Dr. Castillo's grant projects focus on college and career readiness of low-income and at-risk youth.
AREAS OF RESEARCH INTEREST
Latine educational persistence and mental health
Scale development and validity of cultural constructs