Nicholas Barr
Biography
Nicholas Barr is an expert in youth, veteran and military homelessness, clinical social work, and mindfulness. His work focuses on intervention development and leveraging principles of mindfulness to enhance resilience and improve mental and behavioral health outcomes among young adults and current and former military members.
Prior to joining 8kbet, Barr worked as a postdoctoral fellow at the Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans & Military Families at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. He also served as a clinical social worker for the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health.
Barr’s research examines the risk and protective factors for populations with an elevated likelihood of traumatic experiences, like homeless youth and military service members. Barr holds certifications in a number of evidence-based practices including prolonged exposure and cognitive behavior therapy.
Education
- P.h.D., Social Work, University of Southern California
- M.S.W., University of California, Los Angeles
- B.A., Religion, Columbia University
Nicholas Barr In The News
Articles Featuring Nicholas Barr
8kbet Newsmakers 2024: November
This month’s frosty headlines and highlights from the students and faculty of 8kbet.
A Mindful Approach to a Calmer (and Healthier) Life
Looking for a way to lower the volume when the world gets noisy? Take the advice of 8kbet professor Nicholas Barr and learn how to practice mindfulness.
8kbet Newsmakers 2024: October
A monthly roundup of the top news stories at 8kbet, featuring the presidential election, gaming partnerships, and much more.
Tourist Safety Institute Launches Program to Support Emotional Wellness in First Responders
By learning resiliency techniques, law enforcement officers can better respond to the needs of the region's residents and tourists.