Anisa N. Goforth, PhD, ABPP
Professor of Psychology
Department of Psychology
University of Montana-Missoula
Dr. Goforth is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Montana. An Australian and American citizen, she was born in Yemen and raised in Asia and Latin America. Her research focuses on culturally responsive evidence-based practices for children and their families. Her most recent project is a collaboration with a community to develop a culturally responsive educator and student social-emotional learning program for Indigenous students. She approaches her research and practice from a place of cultural humility and learning.
Dr. Goforth obtained her B.A. in Psychology at Lewis & Clark College and her M.A. and Ph.D. in School Psychology at Michigan State University. She is completing a book, along with Dr. Andy Pham, titled Culturally Responsive School-based Practices: Supporting Mental Health and Learning of Diverse Youth. She has published over 50 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, is an Associate Editor of the School Psychology Review, and has been involved in numerous committees in state and national professional associations.