Assistant Professor
Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation & Counseling Professions
Email: rhea.banerjee@rutgers.edu

Office Location
Research Tower – Busch Campus
675 Hoes Lane West, 8th Floor
Piscataway, NJ 08854

About

Dr. Rhea Banerjee obtained a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from Penn State University, and is currently an Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Counseling Professions at Rutgers University. She has extensive experience in both clinical and academic settings, focusing on mental health care, rehabilitation, and cultural sensitivity. Dr. Banerjee’s work integrates neuroscience into counseling, exploring the brain-behavior relationship to enhance mental health interventions.

Her research addresses mental health disparities, particularly among international and underserved populations, and she has been recognized for her contributions with awards such as the Ralph N. and Patricia P. Pacinelli Graduate Award. Dr. Banerjee regularly presents her work at national and international conferences and has published on topics like syndemic theory, rehabilitation, and counselor training in neuroscience.

Education

B.Sc., Psychology, University of Madras
M.Sc., Applied Psychology (Counseling Emphasis), University of Madras
M.Ed., Counselor Education (Clinical Mental Health Track), Penn State University
Ph.D. , Counselor Education & Supervision, Penn State University

Professional Achievements

Research

Dr. Rhea Banerjee’s research focuses on reducing barriers to mental health care and addressing stigma, particularly among international and underserved populations. Her work explores the integration of neuroscience and counseling, with an emphasis on understanding the brain-behavior relationship in mental health interventions. By emphasizing culturally sensitive approaches and tailored interventions, Dr. Banerjee aims to enhance the accessibility and effectiveness of mental health services, with a particular interest in neuroscience and its role in supporting diverse populations.

Publications