Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior

Cintly received her master’s in clinical psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University. She joined the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior at Brown as a clinical research interviewer, and worked on research projects of serious mental illness with Drs. Shirley Yen and Lauren Weinstock, including a longitudinal study of bipolar disorder in youth, a study evaluating treatment decisions among pregnant and postpartum participants with bipolar disorder, and projects examining the critical transition following inpatient hospitalization or incarceration, for adults with bipolar disorder. 

Broadly, Cintly’s research interests involve examining the boundaries between mood and related disorders, and advancing mental health outcomes for individuals living with serious mental illness. She is also deeply committed to mentoring junior research staff and fostering inclusive, collaborative research environments.

Cintly joined the Brown Research on Implementation and Dissemination to Guide Evidence Use (BRIDGE) Program as Program Manager in October 2023, and she works closely with Drs. Elwy and Frank to lead daily operations, drive strategic initiatives, and cultivate partnerships that bring evidence-based practices into real-world settings.