Karen Cellarius

Karen Cellarius


Senior Research Associate/I-Lab Director

Regional Research Institute - Social Work

Office
RMNC 944
Phone
(503) 725-4112

PSU History

SSW research faculty member since 1995. Current senior research associate at the Regional Research Institute for Human Services.

Experience

Twenty-five years designing and/or evaluating human services, including 13 SAMHSA grants focusing on marginalized communities and four suicide prevention grants. Eight years on the PSU IRB, including three as chair.

Academic/Research Interests

Collaborating with local providers and state agencies on system change, program planning, needs assessments, evaluation and ensuring fidelity to evidenced-based practices. Specializing in suicide prevention, mental health, behavioral health (including MAT for Opioid Use Disorder), peer providers, youth and young adults, homelessness, and working with diverse populations.

Personal Interests

Reading mysteries and travel. Parenting.

Education
  • MPA
    Columbia University
  • BS
    Georgetown University