Associate Professor
Teaching
Current:
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California State University, Monterey Bay, Seaside, CA
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology
2016-Present
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Clinical Psychology (PSY321)
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Clinical Psychology Lab (PSY321L)
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Psychology in the Community (PSY391S)
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Directed Research: Child Health and Wellness Lab (PSY397)
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Past:
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Alliant International University, Fresno, CA
California School of Professional Psychology
Assistant Professor, PhD Clinical Psychology Program
Graduate-level Psychology Courses
2014 – 2016
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Multiple Research Methods (PSY6060)
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Foundations of Individual and Cultural Diversity (PSY6127)
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Diversity Competency Training (PSY7127A/B)
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Clinical Interventions with Diverse Populations (PSY8127)
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Research Practicum (PSY6034; 6035)
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Proposal Development (PSY7906)
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Interventions with Adolescents (PSY8500)
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Interventions for Health Psychology (PSY8500)
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Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
Instructor of record
2007-2010
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Advanced Child Psychology
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Child Psychology
Teaching Pedagogy
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I enjoy collaborating with students on the learning process, and I expect students to be active learners (vs. passive recipients) during class. I facilitate discussion and interactive learning experiences that help students reflect on cultural diversity, resilience, and clinical psychology. I want students to leave class with ideas for how to apply their knowledge and act in ways that positively impact child, family, and community wellness.
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My teaching goals for students include:
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Develop critical thinking skills.
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Enjoy the leaning process.
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Become motivated to act on insights outside of the classroom.