Education/Training
|
Institution and Location |
Degree |
Date of Degree |
Field of Study |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair University | B.A | 05/2009 | Psychology |
| Felician University | M.A | 05/2015 | Counseling Psychology |
| Felician University | Psy.D | 08/2023 | Counseling Psychology |
Personal Statement
Marcela Farfan is an Assistant Professor and the Coordinator of the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology at Felician University in Lodi, NJ. Previous to this position she has been an adjunct professor since 2016. Her academic journey and professional focus have been deeply rooted in the exploration and understanding of diverse cultural dynamics within the mental health field. Her research interests and publications primarily center around the Latinx population, with a special emphasis on mindfulness practices and the profound impact of language in mental health care. This focus stems from the commitment to enhancing therapeutic approaches, instruments, and interventions that are culturally sensitive and linguistically appropriate, aiming to address the unique needs of these communities and improve overall mental health outcomes. She has been practicing counseling since 2019. Dr. Farfan has provided workshops about mindfulness and the impact of immigration and the mental health of the Latinx community.
Positions and Honors
| 07/22-Present | Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, Felician University |
| 02/19-Present | Founder and Clinical Director, Mindful Living TBM Counseling and Wellness Center |
| 09/16-07/22 | Adjunct Professor, Psychology Department, Felician University |
| 01/15-12/15 | Continuing Education Instructor, Hudson Community College |
Peer-reviewed publications or manuscripts in press
Economou, P., Farfan, M, Idarraga, A., Chafos, V. (Article 87; September 2015). Modismos: Mindfulness and the importance of language with Latin American Clients. Vistas. American Counseling Association.
Economou, P., Chafos, V., Farfan, M, & Idarraga, A. (Article 851; January 2015). Reducing cravings: Implications for treating addictions mindfully. Vistas. American Counseling Association.
Other Support
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS
- Farfan, M., Reyes, S (2021, April) Effects of Covid in Anxiety, Informational Session presented at FCDC, Fairview, NJ.
- Farfan, M (2017, February) Immigration and Stress Informational Session presented at FCDC, West New York, NJ.
- Farfan, M., Idarraga, A (2016, October) Evaluación y práctica de la atención plena con clientes de América Latina/The measurement and practice of Mindfulness with clients from Latin America. Symposium presented at the 2016 NLPA Conference: Latina/o Psychology, Advocating for social justice, liberation, and equality for our familias, Orlando, Florida.
- Idarraga, A, Farfan, M (2015, May) Modismos Poster Presentation at Felician College Graduate Symposium, Lodi, NJ.
- Economou, P., Farfan, M., Idarraga, A., & Chafos, V. (2015, March). Modismos: Mindfulness and the Importance of Language with Latin American Clients. Symposium presented at the American Counseling Association, Orlando, Florida.
- Economou, P., Farfan, M., Idarraga, A., & Chafos, V. (2014, April.) Atencion: Cultivating Multicultural Awareness with the Spanish-Speaking Population. Symposium presented at New Jersey Counseling Association Annual Conference, Lincroft, NJ.
