Dr. Kelvin Merced Edd, Lpc

Dr. Kelvin Merced, EdD, LPC, is a seasoned academic and professional in the fields of education and counseling. Serving as a Professor at Ana G. Mendez University since 2000 and as a Catedrático Auxiliar at the Universidad de Puerto Rico since January 2014, Dr. Merced has contributed significantly to higher education. Dr. Merced holds extensive experience in governmental roles, including serving as the Chief of the Puerto Rico Department of Correction and Rehabilitation Academy and managing juvenile institutions since 1997. Additionally, Dr. Merced has worked as a counselor at APCP Puerto Rico since 1996 and has held adjunct professorships at Cambridge College and Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico. Academic qualifications include a Doctor of Education from Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico, a Master of Education in Counselor Education, and a Bachelor's degree in Sociology, complemented by professional certifications in child trauma and sexual assault management.