Brenda Freeman, PhD

Evaluation Specialist

Brenda Freeman lives in Reno, Nevada, and is a Professor of Counseling and Educational Psychology and an Extension Mental Health Specialist at the University of Nevada, Reno. She is honored to have had the opportunity to engage in providing program evaluation and technical assistance to American Indian/Alaska Native communities for more than 20 years, including working with integrated care for the past 5 years. Brenda earned her Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of Wyoming and is a licensed mental health provider in two states with a specialty in grief and loss. She has authored more than 50 journal articles and monographs, several of which are related to American Indian/Alaska Native culture, mental health, and disparities in access to care and educational opportunities.