Alfonso Mercado, PhD

Associate Professor, University of Texas–Rio Grande Valley

Alfonso Mercado, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Psychological Science at theUniversity of Texas Rio Grande Valley. He is a licensed clinical psychologist known for his research on mental health disparities, particularly among Hispanic and border populations. Dr. Mercado's work focuses on culturally-adapted interventions, trauma-informed care, and the impact of immigration policies on mental health. He is also actively involved in community outreach and advocacy, working to improve access to mental health services for underserved communities in the Rio Grande Valley.