Terri A. Erbacher

About the Author

Terri A. Erbacher, PhD, is a distinguished psychologist and nationally recognized expert in suicide prevention within educational settings, with over two decades of experience supporting schools in crisis response and mental health initiatives. As a former school psychologist and current director of a suicide prevention center, she has trained thousands of educators and mental health professionals on evidence-based strategies to identify and intervene in youth suicidal behaviors. Her work emphasizes a multi-level approach to fostering safe, supportive school environments that prioritize prevention, assessment, intervention, and postvention. Through her consulting, speaking engagements, and authorship, Dr. Erbacher advocates for systemic changes to reduce suicide risks among students, drawing from her deep commitment to child welfare and resilience-building in communities.