Dr. Kelseanne Breder

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kelseanne Breder is a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, specializing in mental health and nursing informatics. Her extensive research focuses on the social presence and trust within digital and in-person encounters across diverse settings. Currently funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration, her work addresses the mental wellness of older adults, particularly in the context of growing socioeconomic inequalities and the influence of technology. She employs qualitative methods to explore the social support networks of LGBT older adults and their experiences with telehealth. Breder also emphasizes the importance of psychoanalytic training in her work, aiming to create a therapeutic environment where patients can build trust and engage in immersive healing. In her teaching, she integrates various frameworks from arts and history to elucidate complex psychological processes for future professionals. Breder has taught courses in psychotherapy, geriatrics, and community health, and is actively involved in several professional organizations.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

— Present

NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing • New York, NY

Teaching graduate courses in psychotherapy and community health, and conducting research on mental health in older adults.

Awards

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NYU Teaching Advancement Grant

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Sigma Theta Tau Alpha Zeta Chapter Research Grant

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Jonas Nursing Scholar

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HRSA Geriatric Academic Career Award

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NIH T32 Predoctoral Trainee

Requirements for New York University Rory Meyers College of Nursing

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Human Anatomy & Physiology I and II Chemistry with Lab (4 credits) Microbiology Nutrition Statistics Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan
Application Checklist
  • Common Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Essay
  • One to two letters of recommendation (recommended)
  • Clinical background check and drug test (post-admission)
Specialization Notes

Includes Traditional 4-year, Accelerated 15-month, and Transfer BS options under the Department of Nursing.