Dr. Kate Hardy

Biography

Kate Hardy is a Clinical Professor in the Psychiatry Behavioral Sciences department at Stanford University, specializing in clinical psychology with a focus on psychosis and the schizophrenia spectrum. With 20 years of experience in both research and clinical settings, she has significantly contributed to early psychosis intervention strategies. Having completed her doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Liverpool, UK, she has worked in specialist early psychosis services in the UK and was a Clinical Director at the Prevention and Recovery Early Psychosis program (PREP) at UCSF. Hardy is the co-director of the INSPIRE clinic, leading training initiatives in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp) for diverse audiences, including community clinicians and families. Her leadership extends to national strategies aimed at enhancing the dissemination of early psychosis interventions, ensuring that cutting-edge treatments reach a broader population. In 2024, she was elected as the President Elect of IEPA: Intervening Early in Mental Health, and she is actively involved in various professional organizations including her role as Vice President of the North American CBTp Network.

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