Golzar Ejadi (she/her) is a first-year doctoral student in the School Psychology Program at UC Berkeley's School of Education (BSE).
Before joining BSE, Golzar earned her Master of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Clinical Psychology at San Francisco State University. There, she explored diverse research interests and gained clinical experience as a mental health intern. Prior to her master’s program, Golzar graduated with a double major in Biology and Psychology from the University of British Columbia (UBC). She also contributed to various research labs in Canada and the United States, including the Social Cognitive Development Lab and the Depression and Anxiety Lab at UBC, and the Conceptual Development Lab at the University of Michigan.
Golzar is interested in exploring research that focuses on positive childhood development and factors that influence various psychosocial outcomes. She is also interested in researching and supporting the mental health of individuals who support children during their development. This includes exploring how parent well-being impacts child well-being, as well as examining the well-being of teachers, administrators, and mental health professionals within school settings.
In her free time, Golzar enjoys singing, exploring nature, and spending time with loved ones.
Specializations and Interests
Positive Development; Practitioner Well-Being; Mind-Body Practices; Intervention Implementation; Music Psychology