Marissa Knox

Biography

I teach courses that focus on the research and practice of cultivating healthy relationships and well-being throughout the lifespan. I have studied the effects of mindfulness and self-compassion interventions for educators, students, healthcare professionals, and parents. I enjoy facilitating programs to support groups and individuals in applying these skills to their unique contexts.

Education

• PhD, 2020, The University of Texas at Austin

Areas of Expertise

• mindfulness and compassion interventions to support resilience and reduce burnout

Selected Publications

• Franco, P. L., Knox, M. C., Gulbas, L. E., & Gregory, K. (2024). Learning self-compassion through social connection at work: The experiences of healthcare professionals in a 6-week intervention. Qualitative Social Work, 23(2), 364-381. https://doi.org/10.1177/14733250221145941
• Bluth, K., Knox, M., Press, A., & Lathren, C. (2023). Feasibility, Acceptability and Preliminary Outcomes of Embracing Your Life: An Online Self-Compassion Program for Emerging Adults. Emerging Adulthood, 11(5), 1281-1291. https://doi.org/10.1177/21676968231189902
• Knox, M. C., & Franco, P. L. (2023). Acceptability and feasibility of an online version of the Self-Compassion for Healthcare Communities program. Psychology, Health & Medicine, 28(7), 1709-1719. https://doi.org/10.1080/13548506.2022.2094428
• Neff, K. D., Knox, M. C., Long, P., & Gregory, K. (2020). Caring for others without losing yourself: An adaptation of the Mindful Self‐Compassion Program for Healthcare Communities. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 76(9), 1543-1562. https://doi.org/10.1002/jclp.23007