Collegiate Affiliation
Psychology
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Identity and Well-being Research Lab
Driven to Equity: New Faculty Tackle Health and Well-being

My research program comprises two related lines of inquiry that explore how identity, context, and targeted interventions shape health, educational, and overall well-being outcomes. The first line focuses on understanding the psychological and contextual factors that contribute to vulnerability or positive adaptation in mental and physical health. The second line focuses on the development and testing of interventions designed to improve health and educational outcomes, particularly for high-need communities. My specific interests in this area include integrated psychological interventions for co-occurring mental and physical health concerns, transdiagnostic applications of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and comprehensive support programs for STEM students from underrepresented backgrounds.

Educational Background & Specialties
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Educational Background

  • Ph.D.: Counseling Psychology, University of Minnesota
  • B.A.: Psychology, Lawrence University

Specialties

  • Counseling Psychology
  • Health and well-being
  • Diversity science
  • Stress and trauma
  • Identity development
  • Interventions to reduce disparities in health and education.