Dr. Chouinard's clinical and research interests focus on early psychosis recovery and metabolic health in bipolar disorder and schizophrenia spectrum disorders. She explores how metabolic factors impact both physical and mental health outcomes in these conditions, aiming to improve overall recovery.

Her research investigates the roles of insulin resistance and energy metabolism in psychotic disorders and high-risk populations. She also studies treatments that target energy metabolism to enhance mood, psychosis symptoms, and cognitive function in individuals with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia spectrum disorders.