Melissa Baartman Mork, Psy.D.
Professor of Psychology
Psy.D. from Minnesota School of Professional Psychology
M.A. from Minnesota School of Professional Psychology
B.S. from Jamestown College
CONTACT INFORMATION
Prior to coming to Northwestern, Melissa Baartman Mork was employed with the University of Minnesota-Duluth Health Services providing psychotherapy and conducting neuropsychological assessments for the UMD Medical School.
Dr. Mork’s areas of specialty began in graduate school when studying patterns, processes, and bereavement. Taking a sharp turn in research, however, she became a Certified Humor Professional and specializes in the study and use of humor in various domains, including parenting, teaching, and especially grief.
Specialty Areas
- Grief, Bereavement, and Death Studies
- Therapeutic Benefits of Humor
- Clinical Psychology
