She has served as an instructor at Tulane University and is currently an instructor at Harvard Medical School. Additionally, she has held positions as a staff psychologist and attending psychologist at the Boston Child Study Center and Boston Children’s Hospital. Her work focuses on providing clinical care and psychological support to children and families, contributing significantly to child psychology research and treatment. 🌟📚🧠
Honors and Prizes
Dr. Lea Petrovic received the 2020 Society for the Study of School Psychology Dissertation Award, recognizing scholarly achievement on her doctoral dissertation. Additionally, she was honored with The C. Chrisman Wilson Award for Graduate Student Teaching in Psychology by the Tulane University Psychology Department for her excellence in teaching among graduate students. 🌟📚🎓
Presentations
Dr. Lea Petrovic has presented extensively at regional, national, and international conferences, focusing on trauma and its implications in educational settings. Notable presentations include “Exploring Facilitators and Barriers to Evidence-Based Practices in School Systems” at Harvard University and “Mental Health in Schools: Building Systems of Care” at the Mental Health Institute. Dr. Petrovic also addressed “Mind in Distress: Trauma’s Impact on Executive Functioning” at the 39th Annual Executive Functioning Conference. Her national presentation, “The Social Justice Implications of Trauma-Sensitive Schools: A Critical Dialogue,” was held at the American Psychological Association in Chicago, IL. All presentations reflect her commitment to advancing understanding and dialogue on trauma-sensitive approaches in education. 💡📚
Research Focus
Dr. Lea Petrovic specializes in trauma-focused school psychology, focusing on integrating trauma-informed practices within educational settings to enhance support for students. Her research includes examining the transition to telehealth services during COVID-19, exploring challenges and opportunities, and assessing the impact on trauma-informed approaches in schools. Additionally, she investigates the effects of secondary traumatic stress among school educators in marginalized communities and the quality of teacher-student relationships. Dr. Petrovic’s work contributes significantly to understanding and improving mental health care for youth in real-world settings. 🌟🧠📚
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