Dr. Barbara Morrongiello

Biography

Barbara Morrongiello is a Professor at the University of Guelph in the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences, specifically in the Department of Psychology. Her primary research focuses on Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, with a keen interest in understanding the factors that lead to injuries among children and adolescents. This includes exploring various attitudes, beliefs, personality attributes, and the social-situational contexts that contribute to risk-taking behaviors. Her work intersects with pediatric health psychology, addressing critical areas such as obesity prevention, eating disorders, stress coping mechanisms, and overall health and well-being for children. Additionally, Barbara engages closely with community organizations to implement large-scale evidence-based programs aimed at injury prevention in youth. In her clinical practice, she utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to work effectively with children, teens, and their families.

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