Natalya A. Lindo, PhD, LPC is a Professor at the University of North Texas with 15
years of experience as a researcher and clinician with specialized training in working
with children and families, diverse and at-risk populations. Dr. Lindo’s primary research
areas are School-based Play Therapy, Child Parent Relationship Therapy, Teacher Child
Relationship Building and Career Development across the lifespan. Consistent with
this research agenda, Dr. Lindo regularly conducts action-research projects in the
public schools related to Child Parent Relationship Therapy and Teacher Child Relationship
Building. Most recently Dr. Lindo developed the Child and Adolescent Career Construction
Interview aimed at improving self-concept, occupational identity and career adaptability.
With a focus on capacity building, Dr. Lindo collaborates with administrators and
school counselors to develop school-wide mental health initiatives targeting children
who are at risk for school failure.