Who We Are
The McSilver Institute’s staff embrace the values of inclusiveness, collaboration, investment in individuals and communities impacted by poverty, translating knowledge into action, and rising together.
Executive Director
Michael A. Lindsey, PhD, MSW, MPH
Dr. Michael A. Lindsey is a noted scholar in the field of child and adolescent mental health, and the Executive Director of the McSilver Institute.
Full Bio Michael A. Lindsey, PhD, MSW, MPH
Founder
Constance McCatherin Silver, PHD, MSW
Dr. Constance (Connie) McCatherin Silver is a psychoanalyst, acclaimed social worker, educator, philanthropist and extraordinary artist. Through her vision and benevolent gift to New York University, the McSilver Institute was established in 2007. Her goodwill supports ongoing research to interrupt generational poverty and to empower those who are impoverished. It is Dr. Silver’s spirit and values that continue to guide McSilver Institute’s work.
Full Bio Constance McCatherin Silver, PHD, MSW- All Staff
- Executive Team
- Fellow In Residence
- Senior Leadership
People
All Staff
- All Staff
- Executive Team
- Fellow In Residence
- Senior Leadership
Geraldine Burton, FDC, FPA-C
Program Associate and Family Support Partner/Trainer
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Kara Dean-Assael, DSW, LMSW
Director, Clinical Education and Innovation; Clinical Leader for CTAC
Full Bio Kara Dean-Assael, DSW, LMSW
Lydia Franco, PhD, LMSW
Senior Director of Education and Innovation
Full Bio Lydia Franco, PhD, LMSW