Kellyn Blaisdell PhD

Dr. Kellyn Blaisdell completed her B.A. in psychology at Princeton University, her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at the University of Oregon, and her predoctoral internship in the Child Track at the University of Illinois Chicago. Dr. Blaisdell’s research aims to disentangle developmental pathways linking early life stress and mental health, with the goal of informing intervention and policy. She views advocacy and policy work as critical extensions of clinical and research practice. As a Research Specialist with the Immigrant Family Mental Health Advocacy Program, Dr. Blaisdell contributes to advocacy, program development, and policy initiatives to support the wellbeing of immigrant families in Illinois and nationwide.