I am a qualitative and design researcher who is interested in working with communities to develop and design technologies that affect health outcomes. I am a firm believer that technology should only be designed with input from the communities it impacts. I am trained in a variety of methods to work with communities, but I believe that the key to understanding needs and envisioning future technologies is building strong relationships. My background in social work has provided me with the tools to build relationships with community members.

In my spare time, I walk adoptable shelters dogs from Soul Dog Rescue and spend time with my family.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING: I obtained my PhD from the Department of Information Science at the University of Colorado, Boulder. I was co-advised by Dr. Amy Voida and Dr. Stephen Voida.I earned an MS in Clinical Social Work and a BS in Psychology from The University of Texas at Austin. I am a licensed social worker who has experience working with families who have experienced trauma and abuse. I have specialized training in the neurological effects of trauma on the developing brain and trauma-informed methods, including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness-based practices. 

RESEARCH AREAS: Community-based research methods, mental health technologies, historically marginalized communities, mental health nonprofits, mental health equity, AI-based tools.

CITING MY PAPERS: I have two last names, which can make citing my papers confusing. Please cite using my two last names: Robledo Yamamoto. Thank you!

CONTACT: fuji.robledo [at] gmail [dot] com