Dr. Victor Carrión

Professor

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Biography

Victor G. Carrión is the John Turner Endowed Professor of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University, where he also serves as Vice-Chair in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. He is the Director of the Stanford Early Life Stress Resilience Program, focusing his research on the effects of trauma on childhood development. Dr. Carrión investigates the physiological impact of stress on brain development using longitudinal studies tied to Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He has authored the Cue-Centered Therapy therapist guide, aimed at helping youth who have experienced traumatic stress. Through his work, he has published numerous peer-reviewed articles outlining the social and biological implications of childhood trauma. In addition to his research contributions, Dr. Carrión held significant editorial responsibilities and provided peer review for various prestigious journals and boards. His commitment to mental health extends beyond academia through work with the California Mental Health Services Oversight Accountability Commission and various community programs. Dr. Carrión’s clinical focus lies in the intricate relationships between early life stress and brain development, striving to create effective interventions for children and adolescents facing trauma-related challenges.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Endowed Professor and Vice-Chair in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, overseeing various mental health initiatives.

Awards

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Award from American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

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Award from American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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Award from National Association for Research on Schizophrenia and Affective Disorders

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Award from National Institute of Mental Health

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Award from Silicon Valley Business Journal

Courses

PSYC 299 PSYC 399 PSYC 370 PSYC 290 PSYC 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.