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Michele Berk is an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. She holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from New York University and completed fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania and Mount Sinai St. Luke's/Roosevelt Hospital. Her research primarily focuses on adolescent suicidal self-harm behaviors, with a particular emphasis on dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) as an intervention method for high-risk youth. She is currently involved in multiple NIMH-sponsored randomized controlled trials aimed at evaluating the efficacy of DBT compared to other therapeutic approaches. Her innovative research includes investigating the integration of digital cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia within DBT to enhance treatment outcomes for adolescents. With a commitment to improving mental health treatment delivery, Dr. Berk is known for her work on parent coaching interventions and their influence on youth suicide-related outcomes. Her contributions to the field of child and adolescent psychology have made significant strides in understanding and treating complex mental health issues among teens.
Stanford University • Stanford, CA
Member of the Professional Education PhD Training program. Focus on adolescent suicidal self-harm behavior.
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