Dr. Kristcha DeGuerre, Ph.D.

Speaker Information

Dr. Kristcha DeGuerre, Ph.D., is a scholar and mental health professional, presently serving as the MSW program coordinator, assistant professor, and mental health counselor at Galen University. Having earned her doctoral degree from the prestigious University at Albany’s School of Social Welfare, Dr. DeGuerre’s academic journey centers on the crucial research areas of gang-involved women and girls, mental health, and trauma. Her research methodology, grounded in qualitative approaches and a feminist lens, strives to shed light on pressing societal concerns. As a clinician, she specializes in guiding individuals through mental health challenges and trauma, notably focusing on gendered issues surrounding violence and discrimination.