Sheina T. Cadavos is a psychology educator, researcher, registered psychometrician, and mental health advocate whose work is dedicated to advancing psychological research, inclusive education, and evidence-based mental health practice. With extensive experience in psychological assessment, counseling, guidance services, and higher education, she has established herself as a committed scholar whose research and professional practice contribute to improving the well-being of diverse populations, particularly learners with disabilities.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Arts in Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Psychology from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. Her academic training has provided a strong foundation in psychological assessment, clinical practice, quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, cognitive and developmental psychology, and educational psychology, enabling her to integrate scientific inquiry with practical mental health interventions.

As a University Instructor at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Ms. Cadavos teaches undergraduate courses in clinical psychology, psychological assessment, cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology, personality theories, educational psychology, industrial-organizational psychology, psychotherapy, and research methods. Beyond classroom instruction, she serves as a research adviser, research panel member, and research extensionist, mentoring undergraduate researchers in designing rigorous studies, applying appropriate research methodologies, and producing quality scholarly outputs.

Her research interests center on mental health, psychological well-being, disability studies, counseling, inclusive education, and psychological assessment. She has presented her research at international conferences, including the Asian Conference on Psychology and the Behavioral Sciences in Tokyo, Japan, and the Singapore Conference on Applied Psychology. Her mixed-method study examining self-esteem, family satisfaction, and cognitive distortions among young people with visual impairment in the Philippines has been accepted for publication in the *Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness*, a journal indexed in Scopus and the Web of Science, reflecting the scholarly significance and international relevance of her work.

Beyond conducting research, Ms. Cadavos actively promotes research-informed practice through professional training, community extension, and mental health advocacy. She regularly serves as a resource speaker on psychological well-being, stress management, resilience, inclusive education, disability awareness, and psychosocial support, translating research findings into practical interventions that benefit educators, students, professionals, and communities.

Combining scholarly inquiry with clinical expertise and educational leadership, Ms. Cadavos continues to champion research that informs psychological practice, strengthens inclusive educational systems, and promotes mental health across diverse settings. Her dedication to research excellence, academic mentorship, and community engagement reflects her commitment to advancing psychology as both a scientific discipline and a profession dedicated to improving lives.