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Kelli Dunlap, PsyD.

Psychologist.

Game Designer.

Educator.

Public Speaker.

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About

About

Kelli Dunlap holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, a masters in game design, and has been an advocate, educator, and researcher at the intersection of games and mental health for over a decade. She leverages her interdisciplinary background in technology, psychology, and design to advance human-centered understanding of the impact and importance of digital technologies in daily life. Kelli currently serves as the Executive Director at Take This, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to improving mental health in the game developer and enthusiast community.

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As a psychologist, Kelli believes in the power of play and that games tap into the benefits play provides. As a game designer, she understands the opportunity - and the responsibility - of creating digital spaces where we play, connect, relax, and embrace our most playful and curious selves.

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Portfolio

PORTFOLIO

TEaching

Professional workshops and university courses 

MEDIA

Presentations, panels, interviews, and other speaking engagements

WRITINg

Written works including research papers and press articles

Games

Current game projects, previous work, and my

Dev Blog

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Press

Press Kit

All the important details in one place.

In the News

Press coverage including interviews and quotes 

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