Dr. Erin Richardson

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Erin Richardson, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, is an advanced practice nurse and health professional specialist at Dell Medical School, University of Texas at Austin. She specializes in providing psychiatric care, medication management, and psychotherapy, particularly during the pregnancy and postpartum period. Richardson earned her Master of Science in Nursing and Bachelor of Science in Nursing degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She completed her clinical training in reproductive psychiatry at the UNC Center for Women’s Mood Disorders. Clinically, she is interested in utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, and aims to integrate medication management with psychotherapy for comprehensive patient care. Additionally, Richardson is an active member of research study teams focused on investigating the biological basis of postpartum depression and perimenopausal depression. She is affiliated with various professional organizations including the Marcé Society, Postpartum Support International, and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science.

Research Interests

Awards

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George Livas Award

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Gillian T. Cell Senior Thesis Research Award

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.