Professor and Director of Clinical Psychology





Mitch Prinstein is a Professor of Psychology in the Clinical Program and an affiliated faculty member of the Developmental program. Mitch is active in two programs of developmental psychopathology research, examining:

1) Cognitive-Interpersonal Models of Adolescent Depression and Self-Injury
2) Mechanisms and Moderators of Adolescent Peer Influence

Dr. Prinstein also maintains a long-standing commitment to professional development in psychology.

This website offers an overview of research programs, information regarding the UNC Peer Relations Lab, and some professional development resources.




Designed by Kheang Lim. Maintained by Mitch Prinstein