Kendra Cherry

Experience

Kendra Cherry is a health journalist who covers mental health and wellness, with a focus on turning research into clear, practical content people can actually use. She began her career as a community-based rehabilitation specialist, working closely with children navigating emotional and behavioral challenges. This experience continues to shape her empathetic approach to mental health and addiction care reporting.

Over the years, she’s contributed to publications including Verywell Mind, collaborating with experts to make complex topics easier to understand. She’s drawn to Boulder’s mission of creating trustworthy, supportive content that helps people better understand their treatment options.

Education

MS in Education, Boise State University, 2009

BS in Psychology, Idaho State University, 2003