Ashley S. Castro, Phd Email & Phone Number

New York, NY, US

As Co-Founder and Executive Director I'm responsible for our overall vision, product strategy, grant writing, budgeting, fundraising, partnerships, and operations. In addition, I write a thought leadership newsletter (“Progress Notes”) to deepen supporter engagement and educate readers about equity in mental healthcare.I also serve as our organization’s.

New York, New York, US

Taught third year Columbia University medical students about ADHD and disruptive behavior disorders.

New York, New York, US

As a staff psychologist in an integrated pediatric primary care clinic, I provide consultation to pediatricians, collaborate with psychiatric providers and case managers, and provide assessment and psychotherapy to youth and families.

New York, New York, US

In this role I worked closely with social workers, psychiatrists, physicians, and department leadership to develop and implement an integrated behavioral health program within a primary care clinic.

New York, New York, US

In this role I provided individual, group, and family therapy in English and Spanish. I provided a wide range of evidence-based interventions, including Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Adolescents, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Parent Management Training, Incredible Years, comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Child Parent Psychotherapy.

New York, NY, US

Received training and supervision in delivery of Exposure and Response Prevention (ExRP) for treatment of OCD. Trained in the administration of the Clinician-Administered PTSD Scale for DSM-5 (CAPS-5) instrument for treatment study evaluating the efficacy of IPT-A for adolescents with PTSD.

Chicago, IL, US

Conducted qualitative dissertation study examining multilevel stakeholder perspectives on needs, motivations, and challenges with the implementation of evidence-based treatments for Chicago public school youth

Chicago, IL, US

Introductory Psychology II (Undergraduate): Mood and Psychotic DisordersApplied Psychology (Undergraduate): Diversity and HelpingChild Assessment (Graduate): Report Writing and Case Conceptualization

Chicago, IL, US

Introductory Psychology I (Undergraduate)

Provided individual, group, and family therapy services in English and Spanish to clients across the lifespan who presented with a wide range of mental health concerns. Conducted intake evaluations, provided diagnostic impressions, and created treatment plans for new clients.

Washington, DC, US

Completed a year-long fellowship that provided training and support in anti-poverty advocacy. Visited Capitol Hill to lobby members of Congress representing IL and NY on issues related to SNAP benefits, the racial wealth gap, affordable housing, and the federal public charge rule. Wrote letters to the editor published by the Chicago Sun Times to promote.

Founded and led campus group devoted to promoting the values of APA’s Division 45 on DePaul’s Campus. In this group, graduate and undergraduate students collaborated to compile and disseminate resources, create networking and mentorship opportunities, and promote education and careers in psychology for students interested in race, ethnicity, and culture.

Promoted the values of Division 45 on the DePaul campus through establishment of a campus chapter, recruitment of students interested in race and ethnicity in psychology, and promotion of Division 45 resources and programming.

Chicago, IL, US

Administered, scored, and interpreted neuropsychological assessments of children and adolescents who presented with neurodevelopmental disorders, psychosocial stressors, and/or complex medical histories. Conducted intake interviews and feedback sessions with families.

Provided individual and family therapy to clients in English and Spanish. Utilized evidence-based interventions, such as Coping Cat and Primary and Secondary Control Enhancement Training (PASCET). Administered, scored, and interpreted psychoeducational assessments. Participated in assessment feedback sessions with families.

New York, NY, US

National Institute of Child Health and Development- and Institute for Education Sciences-funded longitudinal study of Latino (Mexican and Dominican) preschoolers and their mothers.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Clinical Child Psychology

Bachelor’S Degree, Psychology, Anthropology

Education record

Education record

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