Research Bio
Adrian Aguilera is a clinical psychologist whose research focuses on digital mental health, health disparities, and culturally responsive interventions. He develops and evaluates technology-based tools such as mobile apps and messaging programs to improve access to mental health care for underserved populations. Aguilera’s work combines behavioral science, public health, and technology to promote equity in mental healthcare delivery. His research advances scalable interventions for depression and anxiety.
He is Professor in the School of Social Welfare and Computational Precision Health. He mentors students in digital health interventions for underserved populations.
Research Expertise and Interest
digital health, depression interventions, cognitive behavioral therapy, health equity, machine learning, implementation science
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