Erika Bocknek

Dr. Bocknek is Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at Wayne State University and Adjunct Faculty at Michigan Medicine. She studies social emotional development in young children in the context of parenting and family relationships. Her research and clinical practice emphasize family strengths that buffer the effects of trauma and stress exposure for children. Dr. Bocknek especially highlights the power of routines, rituals, and joy in families for healing. Dr. Bocknek currently serves as Associate Editor of the Infant Mental Health Journal.