Kerry Kinney, PhD

Kerry Kinney, PhD, is an assistant professor whose research is dedicated to advancing our understanding of generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and related mental and physical health conditions across diverse populations. Dr. Kinney aims to reduce disparities in the diagnosis and treatment of GAD, emphasizing a multi-modal, translational approach to research. Her current investigations delve into the etiology and classification of GAD and related conditions, impact of specific factors on GAD outcomes, and strategies to improve access to evidence-based care, especially for marginalized communities.

Dr. Kinney is a licensed psychologist who practices at The Osher Center for Integrative Health. She completed her doctoral training at the University of Illinois at Chicago, her predoctoral clinical internship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, and her postdoctoral training at both the University of Mississippi Medical Center and Vanderbilt University.