Mark
Kassel
Mark Kassel
- Campus: Online
- Department: Master of Arts in Psychology
- Institution: The Chicago School
- Office Phone: 312-467-8605
Biography
Dr. Mark E. Kassel is a seasoned clinical and forensic psychologist, educator, and academic leader with over 25 years of experience in mental health and higher education. Holding a PsyD in Clinical Psychology and an MA in Counseling Psychology from the Adler School of Professional Psychology, he has worked extensively with extreme and underserved populations across correctional, community, and global trauma contexts. Dr. Kassel has designed and taught a wide range of graduate-level courses in clinical, forensic, and developmental psychology, and has held key administrative roles shaping online education. His work reflects a deep commitment to trauma-informed care, diversity in practice, and instructional excellence, making him a valuable mentor, colleague, and contributor to the academic and professional psychology communities.
Education History
Degree Institution Year Psy.D. Adler University , Chicago, IL 2005 MA Adler University , Chicago, IL 1994 BA University of Illinois-Champaign , Champaign, IL 1987 Professional Memberships
Role Organization Member American Psychological Association Presentations
Title Location Date Breaking Up with Your OPM: How to Build a Better Enrollment Partnership Nashville, Tn 2023 A Data Driven Approach to Growing Online Program Enrollment New Orleans, La 2022 Enhancing Student Engagement and Learning in Online Course Moon Township, Pa 2019 Maximizing Faculty Presence in Online Courses Moon Township, Pa 2019 Creating Effective Online Courses: Strategies for Engagement and Assessment Moon Township, Pa 2017 Areas of Expertise
Area Expertise Child & Adolescent Development Adolescence Addictions Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Comorbid Disorders Post-Traumatic Growth Clinical Psychology / Mental Health Psychopathology Expert Witness Malingering Forensic Psychology Sexual Offenders Sexuality/Gender Issues HIV/AIDS Publications
Other Kassel, M.E. & Masson, T. (2011). Global HOPE Initiative - crisis and trauma intervention curriculum for childcare workers in central and southern Africa.. (Unpublished Curriculum).
Kassel, M.E. (2005). An examination of recidivism for an outpatient sexual offender treatment program (Doctoral Dissertation). .
Carich, M.S., Kassel, M. E., & Stone, M. S. (2001). Enhancing Social Interest in Sexual Offenders. Journal of Individual Psychology. 57 (1). (18-25).