Liz M. Muenks, PhD
Associate Professor, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Program Director, Director Onco-Psychology Hematological Malignancies and Cellular Therapeutics, Hematologic Malignancies and Cellular Therapeutics
Professional Background
Dr. Muenks has been working in cancer psychology since 2013. She joined the KU Cancer Center Onco-Psychology Program in 2016 and has specialized in working with the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program.
She is Director of Onco-Psychology- HMCT Division (Hematological Malignancies and Cellular Therapy), where she is actively involved in meeting the psychosocial needs of patients, families and caregivers.
Education and Training
- BS, Psychology, University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, Wisconsin
- MA, Clinical Psychology, Washburn University, Topeka , Kansas
- PhD, Clinical Psychology, Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Missouri
- Post Doctoral Fellowship, Psycho-Oncology, Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
Licensure, Accreditations & Certifications
- Psychologist, Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board
Professional Affiliations
- American Psychological Association , Division 38, Health Psychology, Member, 2009 - Present
- American Psychological Association , Division 45, Diversity and Ethnic Minority, Member, 2009 - Present
Research
Overview
Dr. Muenks' research, teaching and supervision experience is grounded not only in cancer psychology but diversity/cultural humility as well. Dr. Muenks is actively involved in mentoring and also chairs the HMCT workplace culture committee where she is dedicated to leading efforts to improve faculty and staff wellness and decrease burnout.