Kathleen Eldridge

Biography

Dr. Eldridge is a Professor of Psychology and the Director of the Daytime Format MA in Clinical Psychology Program. She is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in psychotherapy research, couple/marital and family therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness and acceptance-based practices. She is committed to expanding the intersections of culture and diversity within these areas of psychology to promote sociocultural attunement. She teaches courses in couple and family therapy, techniques of counseling and psychotherapy, and clinical practicum. Dr. Eldridge authors publications on couple therapy, relationship communication, family-based treatment, CBT, and mindfulness treatment, and presents this research at national and international conferences. She serves on the Advisory Council for the local Boys and Girls Club Wellness Center which serves the local community and multiple surrounding communities with mental health, food security, and recovery. She has worked in multiple clinical settings with children, adolescents, college students, adults, couples, and families.

Education

• PhD, University of California, Los Angeles
• MA, University of California, Los Angeles
• BA, University of California, Santa Barbara