- education BA, University of Rhode Island
MSW, Syracuse University
Social Work Practice Specialist – Online MSW Program
Practice and scholarly focus
Kathryn started her social work career in child psychiatry as a family therapist working with patients with complicated medical and behavioral health needs. For the past 12 years Kathryn has been providing integrated behavioral health services to several pediatric services at Hasbro Children’s Hospital. She has been a field instructor for many years and coordinates field placements throughout Hasbro and Rhode Island Hospital. She has presented nationally on transition and integrated mental health care in cystic fibrosis. Kathryn is is currently pursuing teacher certification in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction with plans to study the impact of MBSR on quality of life for those living with cystic fibrosis.