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Dr. Espinola has been featured by a wide-range of media outlets including CNN, the U.S. World and News Report, Teen Vogue, Reuters Health, USA Today, NPR and The New York Times.
Recent Media Coverage
1. NBC 10 Philadelphia / Telemundo 62 (June 2023). How to avoid road rage. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
2. HuffPost (June 2023). Anxious about AI? You’re not alone. Here’s what therapists recommend. Interviewed by Fjolla Arifi.
3. NBC 10 Philadelphia / Telemundo 62 (June 2023). Social media and the LGBT community. Interviewed by Valeria Feliciano.
4. La Mega 97.7fm (June 2023). How to exercise more often. Interviewed by Abel Zavala.
5. NBC 10 Philadelphia / Telemundo 62 (May 2023). Child victims of shootings. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
6. La Mega 97.7fm (April 2023). What is depression? Interviewed by Abel Zavala.
7. Psychiatrist.com (April 2023). Understanding Complex PTSD. Interviewed by Liz Neporent.
8. Telemundo 62 (April 2023). Adolescent vandalism. Interviewed by Jaime Becerril.
9. La Mega 97.7fm (April 2023). The relationship between cardiovascular health and mental health. Interviewed by Abel Zavala.
10. Telemundo 62 (March 2023). Impact of excessive social media usage on children’s mental health. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
11. Telemundo 62 (March 2023). Child found locked in a dog cage in Philadelphia home. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
12. NPR Cincinnati / WVXU (March 2023). Heart health initiative aims to reach Latinas / Iniciativa de salud del corazón tiene como objetivo llegar a las Latinas. Article by Tana Weingartner.
13. Movers & Makers (March 2023). Groups launch Latina heart campaign.
14. HuffPost (March 2023). Interested in a ‘Damp Lifestyle’? These 11 habits will get you started. Interviewed by Krissy Brady.
15. Fox19 (March 2023). Spreading awareness for women’s heart health in the Tri-State. Interviewed by Morgan Parrish.
16. NBC 10 Philadelphia (February 2023). MSU Shooting: The psychological impact of school shootings. Interviewed by Miguel Martinez-Valle.
17. Telemundo 62 (February 2023). Impact of the MSU shooting. Interviewed by Miguel Martinez-Valle.
18. The Washington Post (February 2023). Biden linked covid to a spike in violent crime. He omitted factors. Interviewed by Glenn Kessler.
19. NPR Seattle / KUOW (February 2023). Can AI help increase expression of empathy? Interviewed by Kate Walters.
20. Cincinnati Magazine (February 2023). Woman and Teen of Impact: Celebrate the healthy movement.
21. Time Magazine (February 2023). Woman of Impact: Relentless passion and the drive to make an Impact.
22. The Weather Channel en Español (December 2022). The impact of climate change on depression. Interview by Edwin Mesa.
23. PopSugar (November 2022). Want to support survivors of sexual assault? Here’s what advocates recommend. Interview by Soo Youn.
24. Forbes Health (October 2022). 8 Habit tracking apps for boosting your mental health. Interview by Racheal Ede.
25. ABC / 9 On Your Side WCPO (October 2022). Mental health experts: Children 8 and older should get screened for anxiety. Interviewed by Whitney Miller.
26. Newsbreak (October 2022). Mental health screenings for children. Interviewed by Whitney Miller.
27. NBC 10 Philadelphia / Telemundo 62 (October 2022). Gun violence is a public health issue. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
28. HLTH Forward Podcast (September 2022). Psychology behind inequities. Interviewed by Smriti Kirubanandan.
29. TopNews-USA.com (September 2022). Celebrity names headline return of Kroger Wellness Festival.
30. Fanfare Magazine (September 2022). Hispanic Heritage Month: Members of the CSO family share their thoughts. Interviewed by Tyler Secor.
31. Carsalad.co.UK (September 2022). Superstar names headline return of Kroger Wellness Competition.
32. NBC 10 Philadelphia / Telemundo 62 (August 2022). Mental health impact of shootings on girls. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
33. LaVanguardia USA (August 2022). Dr. Maria Espinola: Psychologist fights for equality. Interviewed by Carolina Goyeneche.
34. NBC 10 Philadelphia / Telemundo 62 (July 2022). Fourth of July Shootings: Resources for children and their families. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
35. Doctor’s Orders 1320 AM / 103.9 FM (June 2022). Trending Thursday: How to target burnout in the workplace. Interviewed by Dr. J.C. Baker.
36. NBC 10 Philadelphia / Telemundo 62 (June 2022). Impact of gun violence on youth mental health. Interviewed by Isabel Sanchez.
37. ABC / 9 On Your Side WCPO (June 2022). U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory addressing health worker burnout. Interviewed by Larry Seward.
38. The New York Times (April 2022). Can A.I.-driven voice analysis help identify mental disorders? Interviewed by Ingrid K. Williams.
39. CBS Affiliate / Local 12 News WKRC-TV (March 2022). Cases involving mental health crises, shootings increase; experts point to pandemic. Interviewed by Jenna Cisneros.
40. UC News (February 2022). Healthline: COVID-19 increases risk of mental health disorders. Article by Tim Tedeschi.
41. Healthline (February 2022). Risk of mental health disorders increases after COVID. Interviewed by George Citroner.
42. VOA News (February 2022). Why homicide rates spiked 30% during COVID pandemic. Interviewed by Dora Mekouar.
43. UC News (February 2022). Healthline: Why experts call depression a global health crisis. Article by Tim Tedeschi.
44. VOA News (February 2022). Third places. Interviewed by Dora Mekouar.
45. Healthline (February 2022). Why experts are calling depression a global health crisis right now. Interviewed by George Citroner.
46. VOA News (January 2022). Is risky pandemic behavior driving record traffic and drug overdose deaths? Interviewed by Dora Mekouar.
47. ABC / 9 On Your Side WCPO (January 2022). Experts: Recent surge could trigger COVID-related PTSD. Interviewed by Kendria LaFleur.
48. UC News (December 2021). Reuters Health: Study examines psychotherapy’s role in intervention for BPD: UC expert says more detailed study needed to support conclusions. Article by Tim Tedeschi.
49. Reuters Health (December 2021). Psychotherapy not necessary for early intervention in borderline personality disorder in youth. Interviewed by Marilynn Larkin.
50. CNN Radio Argentina – La Plata (December 2021). Las relaciones sociales en tiempos de COVID. Interviewed by Leo Medvedoff.
51. VoyageOhio Magazine (December 2021). Inspiring Stories: Dr. Maria Espinola. Interviewed by Jessica Ramirez.
52. PBS (December 2021). Science Around Cincy: Equine-assisted therapy for trauma survivors. Interviewed by Chris Anderson.
53. ABC / 9 On Your Side WCPO (December 2021). Covington cat café helps visitors combat mental burdens through furry friends. Interviewed by Whitney Miller.
54. UC News (November 2021) MSN: Signs you should turn down a job. UC expert says work-life balance should be an important consideration. Article by Tim Tedeschi.
55. The Dallas Morning News (November 2021). Families separated at the U.S.-Mexico border suffer PTSD, anxiety and depression, study finds. Interviewed by Jordan Wilkerson.
56. The Crescent News (November 2021). Access to quality dementia care, a challenge for Hispanic families. Alzheimer’s Association Press Release.
57. Greensburg Daily News (November 2021). Dementia care can be a challenge for Hispanic families. Article by Josie Clark. Alzheimer’s Association Press Release.
58. The Highland County Press (October 2021). Reports shows getting access to quality of care can be a challenge for Hispanic families. Alzheimer’s Association Press Release.
59. Cleveland.com (October 2021). Cleveland area chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association hosts Spanish-language virtual sessions. Article by Chris M. Worrell.
60. Alzheimer’s Association Press Release (October 2021). Disparities in Alzheimer’s care.
61. MSN (October 2021). Signs you should turn down a job.
62. LaMega 97.7fm (September 2021). Public Service Announcement for the Alzheimer’s Association.
63. CNN Radio Argentina – La Plata (August 2021). La pandemia y su incidencia en las relaciones humanas. Interviewed by Leo Medvedoff.
64. Movers & Makers (June 2021). Innovators in Health: Dr. Maria Espinola (Profile). Interviewed by Katie Fiorelli.
65. CBS Affiliate / Local 12 News WKRC-TV (June 2021). Psychologist offers advice to help kids cope with change during pandemic. Interviewed by Jenna Cisneros.
66. NBC Affiliate / WLWT 5 News (June 2021). Should children wear masks in public? Families navigating latest mask quandary in different ways. Interviewed by Todd Dykes.
67. WCPO 9 On Your Side (June 2021). Good Morning Tri-State: Interview with Hall of Famer Anthony Munoz and Dr. Maria Espinola about the need to increase vaccination rates among Latinos. Interviewed by Kristen Swilley.
NPR / 91.7 WVXU (June 2021). To boost vaccination rate among Latinos, local group hosts mass vax event. Interviewed by Ann Thompson.
69. UC News (June 2021). UC mental health expert offers advice for parents as guidance for pandemic safety evolves. Article by Cedric Ricks.
70. iHeart / 55KRC Radio (June 2021). Simply Medicine: Combating vaccine hesitancy among Latinos. Interviewed by Angenette Levy.
71. iHeart/ 700WLW Cincinnati News Radio (June 2021). How to deal with anger. Interviewed on the Eddie & Rocky Show.
72. La Mega 97.7fm (June 2021). Latino-focused vaccination events. Interviewed by Abel Zavala.
73. Cablecitotv (June 2021). Promoting vaccines against COVID-19. Interviewed by Jorge Fernando Lopez.
74. Canal Hispano TV (June 2021). Fiesta Latina to promote public health. Interview by Augusto Saenz.
75. Mujer Latina Today (June 2021). Promoting the well-being of the Latino community. Interviewed by Lorena Mora-Mowry.
76. UC News (May 2021). Medscape: Internet-based supportive therapy for social anxiety disorder in youth: UC psychologist discusses study on social anxiety disorder in young people. Story by Cedric Ricks.
77. Reuters Health / Medscape (May 2021). Internet CBT best internet-based supportive therapy for social anxiety in youth. Interviewed by Marilynn Larkin.
78. ABC / 9 On Your Side WCPO (April 2021). Tired of Zoom? You’re not alone. Interviewed by Ally Kraemer.
79. UC News (February 2021). Infectious disease researcher puts her bilingual skills to good use:
Engagement with the Latinx community helps COVID-19 vaccine acceptance. Article by Bill Bangert.
80. The News Record (February 2021). Meet Dr. Espinola: The UC Professor combining psychology and activism. Interviewed by Zachary Jarrell.
81. USA Today / Cincinnati Enquirer (January 2021). Hope is in the air but healing will take time. Op-Ed.
82. Failing Forward Podcast (January 2021). ADOS: Maria Espinola.
83. USA Today/Cincinnati Enquirer (November 2020). Enquirer Board of Contributors adds 2 voices. Enquirer Editorial Board.
84. UC News (October 2020). Poynter: Mental health services for Latinos are in low supply, higher demand due to COVID-19: UC clinical psychologist says mental health providers need training in cultural competence. Article by Cedric Ricks.
85. Poynter (October 2020). Mental health services for Latinos are in low supply, high demand due to COVID-19. Interviewed by Laura Morel.
86. Fox19 Now Morning Extra (August 2020). Talking to your kids about COVID-19. Interviewed by Frank Marzullo.
87. UC Public Relations Office (August 2020). UC Answers: How can I help my kids understand COVID-19? Clinical psychologist offers guidance to stay emotionally and mentally healthy. Story by Cedric Ricks. Photos by Colleen Kelley. Video produced by Lisa Ventre.
88. U.S. News and World Report (August 2020). Tips on how to recognize and treat a nervous breakdown. Interviewed by Heidi Godman.
89. Teen Vogue (July 2020). Dream meanings: Common dream themes and why they might not mean what you think. Interviewed by Sammy Nickalls.
90. Cincinnati Business Courier (June 2020). Paycor sponsors Zoom for businesswomen facing stress amid pandemic, civil unrest. Article by Barrett J. Brunsman.
91. Cincinnati Business Courier (June 2020). 2020 Health Care Heroes: Dr. Caroline Hensley. Article by Nikki Kingery.
92. CBS Affiliate / Local 12 News WKRC-TV (May 2020). Metropolitan Club to host “Your Mind, Your Business webinar for mental health awareness. Story by Sheila Gray.
93. Canal Hispano TV (May 2020). Salud Emocional en los Latinos. Interviewed by Augusto Saenz.
94. Mujer Latina Today (May 2020). Dr. Maria Espinola ahora en YouTube. Interviewed by Lorena Mora-Mowry.
95. Fox19 Now (April 2020). Feeling down while homebound? You’re not alone, says UC psychologist. Interviewed by Courtney King.
96. UC News (April 2020). UC Faculty Awards 2020: Maria Espinola. College of Medicine awardee honored with Faculty Senate Award for Exemplary Service. Interviewed by Cedric Ricks.
97. UC News (April 2020). Fox 19: Feeling down while homebound? You are not alone. UC psychologist offers tips for beating the blues during COVID-19. Story by Cedric Ricks.
98. 700WLW iHeart/Cincinnati News Radio (March 2020). Coronavirus Cabin Fever. Interviewed by Scott Sloan.
99. UC News (January 2020). Human trafficking survivor inspired to help others after Hamilton County Change Court. Interviewed by Cedric Ricks.
100. NBC Affiliate / WLWT 5 News (January 2020). Human trafficking survivor inspired to help others after Hamilton County Change Court program. Interviewed by Alexis Rogers.
101. The Buzz Cincy 101.5 (December 2019). The impact of mental health on work performance. Interviewed by Eric Kearney.
102. Ozy Media / Ozy.com (December 2019). Mental divide: The psychology test that is failing minorities. Interviewed by Molly Fosco.
103. UC News (December 2019). WKRC: Experts ponder why some record, share violent images from crime scenes. Story by Cedric Ricks.
104. CBS Affiliate / Local 12 News WKRC-TV (November 2019). Experts look into why some record, share violent images from crime scenes. Interviewed by Angela Ingram.
105. UC News (November 2019). CNN: UC students create free health clinic to serve uninsured. Story by Cedric Ricks.
106. CNN (October 2019). University students create free health clinic to serve those uninsured. Story by Christi Paul and Victor Blackwell.
107. 700WLW iHeart/Cincinnati News Radio (October 2019). The psychology of sports fans. Interviewed on the Eddie & Rocky Show.
108. NPR Cincinnati, All Things Considered, 91.7 WVXU (October, 2019). How ‘revitalization’ erodes Black neighborhoods and communities. Interviewed by Ambriehl Crutchfield.
109. CityBeat (October 2019). Web series “Science Around Cincy” documents the work of Queen City ecologists, conservationists, engineers and beyond. Article by Mackenzie Manley.
110. THC News (October 2019). Meet our Inspire D&I finalists: Maria Espinola, Psy.D. Article by Amy Crowley.
111. The News Record (October 2019). UC students open free health clinic for the uninsured. Interviewed by Shannon Smith.
112. THC News (October 2019). Meet our Inspire D&I finalists: Caroline Hensley and UC Student Run Health Clinic. Article by Amy Crowley.
113. La Mega 97.7fm (October 2019). Halloween edition: Fear of failure, fear of rejection, and fear of success. Interviewed in Spanish by Abel Zavala.
114. ABC / 9 On Your Side (September 2019), UC medical students launch, operate free health clinic in Springdale. Story by Julie O’Neill & Jasmine Minor.
115. UC Magazine (September 2019). Urban Health / Care for all: UC students and physicians offer free services to uninsured at local health clinic. Article by Cedric Ricks.
116. Cincinnati Business Courier (September 2019). UC students open health clinic. Article by Barrett J. Brunsman.
117. UC News (September 2019). UC students and physician-faculty run local free health clinic to help uninsured. Interviewed by Cedric Ricks.
118. La Mega 97.7fm (September 2019). Physical & mental health. Interviewed in Spanish by Abel Zavala.
119. ABC / 9 On Your Side WCPO (August 2019). Avondale healthcare facility relocates, expands. Article by WCPO staff.
120. The Cincinnati Herald (August 2019). Health Department, UC expand services in Avondale. Article by Maria Hurston Fuller.
121. UC News (August 2019). Cincinnati Enquirer highlights UC Latino faculty group. Article by Jacqueline Kern.
122. USA Today/Cincinnati Enquirer (August 2019). UC Latino faculty group: Reducing isolation, speaking up, fighting for human rights. Interviewed by Mark Curnutte.
123. HealthCareCollab.org (August 2019). Announcing the 2019 Inspire | Healthcare Award Finalists. Press Release by Christa Hyson.
124. La Mega 97.7fm (August 2019). Mindfulness. Interviewed in Spanish by Abel Zavala.
125. La Mega 97.7fm (July 2019). Managing stress. Interviewed in Spanish by Abel Zavala.
126. Disruption Now (July 2019). Immigration and human rights. Interviewed by Rob Richardson.
127. Mujer Latina Today (July 2019). La deshumanizacion de los inmigrantes. Interviewed in Spanish by Lorena Mora-Mowry.
128. USA Today/Cincinnati Enquirer (June 2019). Hackathon at UC focuses on cancer research; One possible solution won a $100,000 prize. Article by Anne Saker.
129. UC News (May 2019). Latino media addresses Mental Health Awareness Month. Story by Alison Sampson.
130. Fox 19 Now (May 2019). Cincinnati Connection: Well Being among Latinos. Interviewed by Charisse Gibson.
131. Fox 19 Now (May 2019). Cincinnati Connection: Ohio Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee’s preliminary vote. Interviewed by Charisse Gibson.
132. Fox 19 Now (May 2019). May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Well Being among Latinos. Interviewed by Jessica Brown.
133. Mujer Latina Today (May 2019). Hablemos sobre la salud mental y el bienestar entre los Latinos. Interviewed in Spanish by Lorena Mora.
134. MSN.com (May 2019). Ohio Medical Board subcommittee recommends using marijuana to treat anxiety, autism.
135. NBC Affiliate / WLWT 5 News (May 2019). Ohio could soon use marijuana to treat depression, insomnia, anxiety, opioid use, autism. Interviewed by Todd Dykes.
136. MegaNota (May-June 2019). Latinas asumen liderazgo sobre salud mental. Article in Spanish by Lorena Mora.
137. UC Health Media (May 2019). Community Conversation: Wellness among Latinos. Article by Kristy Davis.
138. Mujer Latina Today (May 2019). Premian profesores Latinos de Universidad de Cincinnati. Article in Spanish by Lorena Mora.
139. ABC / 9 On Your Side WCPO (April 2019). Police work to combat human trafficking. Interviewed by Kate Flexter.
140. CBS Affiliate/Local 12 News WKRC-TV (April 2019). The trauma of child abduction. Interviewed by Angela Ingram.
141. Movers & Makers Magazine (April 2019). What to Do/Hear/See...April 24-30. Article by Thom Mariner.
142. NBC Affiliate / WLWT 5 News (March 2019). The MoMo Challenge. Interviewed by Ashley Kirklen.
143. UC Provost News (March 2019). UC’s Dr. Maria Espinola recognized for positive impact in Cincinnati community. Interviewed by Madeline Foley. Movers & Makers Magazine (March 2019). Five Cincinnati creatives on “Mindfulness”. Article by Leyla Shokoohe.
144. GCF NEXT Spotlight (March 2019). Espinola embodies the passion of young people in action. Greater Cincinnati Foundation Newsletter.
145. UC Health News (January 2019). UC psychologist works with victims of human trafficking for CHANGE. Interviewed by Alison Sampson.
146. Cincinnati Business Courier (December 2018). First job for UC Health’s Espinola was Cub reporter. Interviewed by Paula Norton.
147. OPA Review (December 2018). Until they no longer look like others. Ohio Psychological Association Newsletter.
148. Cincinnati Business Courier (November 2018). Forty under 40 Winners: Young stars shine in lead roles. Interviewed by Nicole Kingery.
149. NPR Affiliate, Cincinnati Edition, 91.7 WVXU. (July 2018). Fighting cancer inequality: How to make sure cancer care doesn’t discriminate. Interviewed by Maryanne Zeleznik.