Alumni News and Publications

GSAPP Alumna, Dr. Gemma Stern (Clinical PsyD, 2023) dissertation, "Understanding Sleep Coaches: Increasing Access to Evidence-Based Sleep Support for Caregivers,” is featured in The Washington Post article, “Exhausted parents turn to baby sleep consultants. But do they work?”

Dr. Angelica Diaz-Martinez (Clinical PsyD, 1998) is the 2024 winner of the Martha Bernal Award for the Advancement of Diversity Training and Education in Clinical Psychology! The Martha Bernal Award recognizes a current or previous DCT who has made a significant diversity-related contribution in the education and training of clinical psychology. The CUDCP Board selected Dr. Diaz-Martinez for her unwavering dedication to the professional and personal development of clinical psychology trainees.

Dr. Jennifer Foster (School PsyD, 2010) is an Asst. Teaching Prof., School Psychology Dept. and Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) online programs at GSAPP. MTSS is a compelling framework for providing comprehensive academic and behavioral health services for K-12 students. Training in MTSS is more essential than ever for Teachers, Academic Coaches, School Counselors, School Psychologists, Child Study Team Members, Administrators and other professionals to efficiently and effectively address evolving student needs.

Dr. Lori Guerriero, an Organizational Psychologist (PsyD, 2004), co-manages the School Climate Transformation Project (SCTP), a partnership between GSAPP and the NJDOE. It supports K-12 public school districts in NJ, promoting data-driven processes for systemic change and positive climates. The SCTP developed the NJ School Climate Improvement (NJ SCI) Survey, administered through the free NJ SCI Platform. This platform offers data tools, planning resources, and support services for effective leadership and continuous improvement.

Dr. Elena Ragusa, (Organizational PsyD, 2010) was appointed as a faculty partner to evaluate the CDC federally-funded Healthcare-Associated Infections and Antimicrobial Resistance (HAI/AR) Education and Leadership Program (HELP)

Dr. Vanessa Ramirez (Clinical PsyD, 2011) was honored as a 2023 Champion by the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT)! This award recognizes outstanding individuals who have shown exceptional dedication, influence, and social impact through the promotion of evidence-based psychological interventions, and who have thereby advanced the mission of ABCT.

Congratulations to GSAPP alum, Dr. Peter DeNigris (Clinical PsyD, 2004), recipient of the prestigious 2023 New Jersey Psychological Association’s Psychologist of the Year Award! 🏆

Dr. Kathleen Boyle Dalen (School PsyD, 2001) recently opened her own firm, KBD Consulting - A place where people don't just stay. They THRIVE. Together. 

Dr. Boyle Dalen specializes in organizational culture and design to foster growth mindset cultures where individuals thrive. 

Dr. Amber Cargill (Clinical PsyD, 2009) is the Director of Player Wellness at the NFL and was featured in the Rutgers Today-RUAA article, "What I Know Now" & was recognized as an Alumni Leader in Great things to know about Rutgers. 

Dr. Robert Riordan (Clinical PsyD, 2011) founded Blueprint with a group of well-credentialed mental health professionals whose specialty is the science of relationships. 

Dr. Riordan has worked clinically with over 100 couples with a specialty in high-conflict couples and couples in crisis. He has over 15 years of experience as a couple therapist.