Dr. Cardaciotto’s research interests primarily focus on constructs related to psychological well-being. Specifically, she is interested in the study of mindfulness, acceptance, defusion/ decentering, and compassion (for self and others). She welcomes both undergraduate and graduate students to share in her research endeavors - there are many ways to become involved (e.g., participant recruitment, data collection, project development, presentation of results in posters/publications). Dr. Cardaciotto and her research team have several ongoing projects related to examining the measurement of mindfulness and related constructs with self-report and non-self-report measures; the differential roles of the two key components of mindfulness, awareness and acceptance, in a variety of outcomes and contexts; and examining mindfulness and self-compassion in the areas of social anxiety and disordered eating. Dr. Cardaciotto also is interested in effective pedagogical practices in the field of counseling education.
