Dr. Gillespie received her Ph.D. from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale with concentrations in clinical-child and community psychology. Her publications include articles on children’s quality of life, research ethics, school-based prevention, and social problem solving and social skills training with children. Her research interests also include positive psychology and child and family social competence. Dr. Gillespie is a member of the American Psychological Association and the Association for Psychological Science.