Why School Psychology?
- Worked as a camp counselor and loved working with kids.
Wanted to engage in work that was beneficial and was accessible to everyone. - Liked the idea of being able to support teachers and parents as well as contribute to the field through research and advocacy.
- Completed dissertation study on behavior management practices in summer camp and collaborated with the American Camp Association.
Why UW–Madison?
- Liked the focus on school and clinical training, the work faculty were pursuing, and the emphasis on community collaboration and student
- Made sure to take advantage of all opportunities available to her to ensure she was well-prepared for all next steps.
Sought experiences in areas including community mental health, neuropsychological assessment, teaching, and supervision. - Completed APA-accredited internship with the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District. Broad training set her up well to be successful in a variety of settings and take advantage of new opportunities and specialized training.
Favorite Memories
Time spent with cohort- became very close! Diversity Summit- an immersive event that prioritized training, awareness, and discussion of issues in diversity.
Advice
- Take advantage of any opportunities that interest you.
make connections with individuals doing work you find interesting. - School Psychology is a diverse field and there are many paths you can take.
Seek mentorship in various areas. Build connections with your peers!
Current Position
- Postdoctoral scholar at UC – Davis Mind Institute:
- Researching ADHD and ASD. Conducting assessments. Implementing interventions with participants.
- Providing trainings to local mental health providers. Providing services through parent workshops and group interventions.
- Community outreach with local schools and organizations. Adjunct faculty member at California State University, Sacramento:
- Teaches a cognitive assessment practicum.
- Supervises EdS students in the training clinic.