Robyn Douglas, M.A, M.S (she/her) is a research scientist, mental health advocate, Aviles-Johnson and NASEM Ford Foundation Predoctoral Fellow, and clinical psychology doctoral student from Houston, Texas.
Her research, clinical, and advocacy work examines the experiences of Black youth and youth of color exposed to community violence, racial trauma, and neighborhood poverty. She also has over 5 years of clinical experience working with diverse youth, families, and adults in community-based and mental health care settings.
She is passionate about class-conscious and culturally informed mental health treatments, community-based healing practices, youth socio-political empowerment, and the overall wellness of disinvested communities.