Research:
- adolescent youths placed at-risk, specifically juvenile offenders, and youth involved in the child welfare system
- victims of violence and their intersection with law enforcement and other systems of aid and advocacy
- mixed methods research and program evaluation
Clinical Focus:
- Parent-adolescent conflict and externalizing disorders
- Trauma intervention with adolescents
- Juvenile forensic psychological evaluation
Dr. Stefurak's research and clinical interests are primarily in the area of adolescent mental health and psychological assessment and intervention practices within the juvenile justice system.
