Dr. Ana El Behadli

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ana F. El-Behadli, Ph.D., is a pediatric psychologist affiliated with Dell Medical School. Prior to her role at Dell Med, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric psychology at Stanford University School of Medicine. El-Behadli earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from UT Southwestern Medical Center, where she also completed her predoctoral internship. She holds a Master's degree in Child Study and Human Development from Tufts University. In her clinical practice, Dr. El-Behadli is dedicated to studying diversity issues in pediatric psychology, with a focus on cultural adaptations and the dissemination of evidence-based treatments for Spanish-speaking children and families. She is passionate about advancing clinical interventions that support the transition from pediatric to adult care for adolescents and young adults. Additionally, Dr. El-Behadli serves as the intervention co-chair for the Society of Pediatric Psychology's Adolescent and Young Adult Special Interest Group. Her work has been recognized at the national level, receiving multiple awards including the 2020 Award for Distinguished Professional Contributions from the American Psychological Association and the 2020 C. Eugene Walker Education Award from the Society of Pediatric Psychology.

Research Interests

Experience

Affiliate Faculty

2021-01-01 — Present

Dell Medical School • Austin, TX

Engaged in interdisciplinary training and education in pediatric psychology.

Awards

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Award for Distinguished Professional Contributions

2020-01-01
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C. Eugene Walker Education Award

2020-01-01
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Carmen Miller Michel Award

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.