Welcome to Clinical Child and Pediatric Psychology

Our goal is to foster the development of competent psychologists who can engage in high-quality research and practice. Our area offers extensive opportunities for inter-professional research collaboration and clinical training across a wide range of disciplines and medical sub-specialties.

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Department News & Upcoming Events

Pillar Talks preview: Michael von Fricken

April 9, 2026

Faculty share a sneak peek of their pillar talk topics ahead of PHHP Days 2026.

From Peru to the United States: How access shapes the landscape

April 8, 2026

Public health student Natalia Guzman-Manzano shares insight into patient decision-making about care at a clinic in rural Peru.

UF graduate programs climb in 2026 U.S. News rankings

April 8, 2026

Programs in the College of Public Health and Health Professions earned recognition for excellence.

Natalia Maya receives national honors from the American Medical Women’s Association

April 7, 2026

She received the National Premedical Branch Member of the Year and was recognized for leadership of the UF branch.

Meet Our Graduate Students!

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Graduate Students on Internship

Mallory Netz, M.S.

Mallory is a graduate student mentored by Dr. Fedele in the Pediatric Behavioral Health Lab. She is currently on her internship at Children’s Mercy Kansas City in the Pediatric Psychology Track.

See full list of students on internship

Meet our Alumni!

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Stacey Simon, Ph.D.

Dr. Simon is currently an assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics-Pulmonary Medicine at University of Colorado and a psychologist at Children’s Hospital Colorado. Stacey received her Ph.D. from UF in 2011.

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