Inma Ibanez

Inma Ibanez, PhD, is a cross‑cultural research psychologist who received two master's degrees in Clinical and Health Psychology, as well as a doctorate in Psychology and Applied Neuroscience from the University of Granada (Spain). During her PhD, she received specialized training in cross‑cultural assessment methods and statistics at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London. She is affiliated with the American Psychological Association, including Divisions 2 (Society for the Teaching of Psychology) and 52 (Society for Global Psychology), and serves as an elected member of the Division 52 Scientific Committee for Cross‑Cultural Research.

Dr. Ibanez brings over 15 years of experience leading clinical and academic research in neuropsychology, mental health, and cross-cultural assessment. She has developed culturally adapted, computerized neuropsychological tools and conducted research using qualitative (e.g., phenomenology, thematic analysis), quantitative (e.g., psychometrics), and mixed-methods approaches. Her work often bridges scientific rigor with humanistic values, and she is passionate about advancing research that is inclusive, participatory, and actionable. She has supervised doctoral students, chaired dissertation committees, and guided diverse mental health research teams.

Originally from Spain, she now lives in Wilmington, NC with her husband, daughter, and their rescue dog, Ash. Outside of teaching and mentoring students, she enjoys yoga and meditation, community volunteering, and spending time by the ocean or hiking with friends.