2009-2010 Counseling Psychology Students

Doctoral Students | Specialist Students | Master's Students

Doctoral Students in Counseling Psychology

Jennifer Allen


Maria Almario is a doctoral student in counseling psychology. Originally from Bogotá Colombia, Maria has lived in the United States for the past twelve years. Maria AlmarioShe completed a B.A. degree in psychology from the University of West Florida and a Masters degree from the University of Kentucky in Counseling Psychology. She worked as a therapist for the Bluegrass Rape Crisis Center for five years serving victims of sexual, domestic violence and human trafficking. Throughout her career, Maria has worked on advocacy and activism initiatives for the fair treatment of women at  local, national and international levels. Her current research interests include the impact of power-based crimes on the psychological functioning of women, insidious trauma, and human trafficking. Maria was the first Latina to receive the Martha Layne Collins leadership Award in 2006.  Email: mario.almario@gmail.com


Charlotte Anderson


Jamye BanksJamye Banks is a new doctoral student in our program. Jamye completed her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, NY, where she is originally from. She recently obtained her M.A. in Counseling from Ball State University in Muncie, IN. While working on her M.A., Jamye worked as a Research Assistant for a professor within the Educational Psychology Department and as a Graduate Assistant in the library, assisting other librarians and library users in research related areas. Jamye will be starting as a Research Assistant within the Educational, School, and Counseling Psychology department this upcoming semester. Her research interests include family systems, same-sex relationship violence, diversity issues, and effects of grief on health and psychological well-being. Email: jr.banks@uky.edu


Carrie Brown M.S. is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology. She received her BA in psychology from Nazareth College in Rochester NY and earned her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kentucky. Her research interests include same-sex intimate partner violence, sexual and racial identity development, and the effects of internalized homophobia and racism on well-being. Carrie BrownShe is also interested in pet therapy. Carrie is involved in several research projects as a member of the STEPPERS research team and has authored and co-authored numerous manuscripts. She is also an ad hoc peer reviewer for the Journal of Black Psychology. Carrie is a current recipient of the Lyman T Johnson fellowship and also serves as a teaching assistant for EDP 203. She is also a part-time instructor for the Gatton College’s Global Scholar program where she teaches emerging business leaders about conducting business across cultures. She practices from a Feminist, psychodrama, and Client-centered approached and has served as a part-time clinician at both the Bluegrass Rape-Crisis Center and the Shepherd’s house in the past. Carrie was recently nominated for the Kentucky Fairness Ally of the year award. She is a passionate social justice advocate and volunteers her time to Kentucky Fairness, the Hope Center, the Susan G. Komen race for the Cure and the Lexington Humane Society. She currently lives in Lexington with her husband Karl and their cat Kitty and dog Waffles. Email: carriebrown2@gmail.com


James Couch


Gwen CrumptonGwendolyn Pugh Crumpton is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology. She completed her B.S. in Psychology at the University of Montevallo, and her M.S. in Child and Family Development at the University of Georgia. Her Master’s thesis was entitled, “Maternal efficacy, parenting styles, and impact of a childhood disability on the family in mothers of children with disabilities.” She has been a research assistant at the Human Development Institute working on projects such as the Professional Development Framework Research Collaborative (PDFRC) and the Kentucky Early Childhood Transition Project (KECTP) since 2006. Her research interests include social support and empowerment of families of children with disabilities, family systems, and multicultural approaches to research and therapy. Email: gcrumpton@uky.edu


Nicholas Denton is a doctoral student in counseling psychology. He received his B.S. in psychology and psychobiology from Centre College and an M.S. in counseling psychology from the University of Kentucky. He is current a graduate teaching and research assistant in the Department of Behavioral Science in the UK College of Medicine. In addition, he is a member of the Psychosocial Research on Sexual Minorities. His research interests include physical health and clinical experiences of sexual minorities. His theoretical orientation to clinical practice is influenced by relational psychoanalysis, feminist, and gestalt therapies. Email: f.nicholas.denton@uky.edu; Web: http://www.dentonpsych.com

Nick presents his research at a recent conference
Nick presents his research at a recent conference.


Lynda Fereday


Krystal FriesonKrystal S. Frieson is a doctoral candidate in Counseling Psychology and a Master’s student in Public Health. She received a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Georgia and both a M.S. and an Ed.S. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kentucky.  Her clinical and research interests pertain to the mental and sexual health issues of individual and community health behaviors.  She would specifically like to focus her efforts towards populations of color and women and aid in exploring and dissecting the inequities of health disparities that surround these underprivileged populations.  Krystal is also active in several organizations at the university and within the community.  She is involved with UK’s Student Government Association, the Student Health Advisory Council, and is a board member of Lexington’s AIDS Volunteers, Inc. (AVOL).  Email: krystal.frieson@uky.edu


Kelly Gauble


Leslie Gerrard
Email: leslegerrar@yahoo.com


Barry Gray


Jaime Guerrero


Katharine Hahn is a doctoral candidate in Counseling Psychology. She is currently a psychology resident at Oberlin College Counseling Center and completed her internship at University of Akron Counseling Center with a specialization in women’s issues. Katharine is feminist and relational cultural in her practice and theory. She is particularly interested in working with survivors of interpersonal trauma and in improving climate for LGBTQ persons. Her research interests include vicarious traumatization, sense of belonging, and subtle discrimination. She enjoys teaching and assessment and has taught Personality Assessment and Human Development and Learning. Katharine has been honored to serve in the Society for the Psychology of Women and on the APAGS Convention Committee.  Email: kjhahn@uky.edu


Russell HallRussell Hall is a doctoral candidate in counseling psychology.  He received a B.A. in Religious Studies from Anderson University, an M.S. and Ed. S. in Counseling Psychology from University of Kentucky.  His tenure in the program includes research assistant with the Institute for Educational Research, assistant research director for the Adolescent Research Team, and teaching assistant in the department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation.  For the 2009 -10 school year Russell is on internship with the Jefferson County Internship Consortium in Louisville, Kentucky with rotations in rural outpatient care, inpatient psychiatric hospital care, and forensic assessment with KCPC.  Russell maintains professional interests in health psychology, positive psychology, and resilience across the lifespan.  His dissertation topic is in social ostracism among adolescents.  Russell is married to Melodie and they have two teenage blessings, Christian and Abigail.  Email: rbhall2@uky.edu


Gabrielle HargroveGabrielle Hargrove, M.Ed. is a doctoral student in counseling psychology. She completed her B.A. in psychology from Spelman College in Atlanta, GA, and her M.Ed. in community agency counseling from Auburn University in Auburn, AL. She is currently a teaching assistant in the College of Education, and she is the current president of the Black Graduate and Professional Student Association (BGPSA). Gabrielle's clinical research interests are Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in the African American community, and the willingness to seek social support after an African American woman has been abused. Her theoretical orientation is based on Interpersonal and Cognitive Behavioral Theories. Email: gabrielle.hargrove@uky.edu Web: http://www.freewebs.com/glhargrove/


William Harris


Stephanie Hyberger


Ali Kaplan


Seong-Jik Lee


Pei-Li Lin


Howard LloydHoward Lloyd is a Doctoral Student in the Counseling Psychology program.  He received his B.A. in Psychology from the University of Maryland in 2008.  While at the University of Maryland Howard completed the CIVICUS, a program devoted to increasing civic engagement and community service within the undergraduate population. At the University of Kentucky, Howard has been involved in several research endeavors including career intervention program at Bryan Station High School. Currently he is a co-leader of diversity groups through the Gatton College of Business and Economics and serves as the Vice President of the Black Graduate and Professional Student Association.   Howard is a research assistant under Dr. Love in the College of Education.  His research interests include multicultural issues, couples/family systems, identity intersectionality, and group therapy.  Email: hlloyd1@gmail.com


Masami MatsuyukiMasami Matsuyuki is a doctoral candidate in Counseling Psychology. She completed her B.A. in English Language at Kansai Gaidai University, one-year international student exchange program at the University of Stirling, and her M.S. in Women’s Studies at Minnesota State University, Mankato. She is interested in applying psychology for helping people from diverse backgrounds from a feminist-multicultural perspective. She is also interested in Psychosynthesis, a transpersonal approach to therapy. She is conducting a mixed-method study on forgiveness, self-compassion, and psychological well-being among Buddhists in the United States for her dissertation. She will be interning at the Ohio State University Counseling Center in 2009-2010. Email: mmatsuyuki@gmail.com

Michael and his familyMichael McClellan is a doctoral student in counseling psychology. He received a B.A. from Berea College in 1997 and an M.S. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kentucky in 2002. He is the teaching assistant for departmental courses in cognitive and personality assessment in addition to his duties as a staff member for the UK Resource Referral Phone Line. His active research interests include telehealth and diversity education. Michael serves as a second year doctoral student representative on the Counseling Psychology Area Committee, a volunteer member of the Office of Residence Life diversity committee, and he co-leads a diversity education group through the Gatton College of Business. He is a student member of the American Psychological Association and the Kentucky Psychological Association.  Email: mjmccl1@email.uky.edu


Alexandra Minieri is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology at the University of Kentucky working under the guidance of Dr. Pamela Remer. She received her B.S. in Psychology from Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. Her research and clinical interests focus on women’s issues broadly defined, especially the cultural context of rape and developing and evaluating rape prevention programs through a feminist and social justice lens. Further, she serves as Project Coordinator for an evaluation study of a residential substance abuse treatment facility for women. Her career goal includes directing an organization on a college campus with the mission of raising awareness about rape and assault as well as developing program efforts to eradicate interpersonal violence. Email: allieminieri@gmail.com


Kristin MiserocchiKristin Miserocchi is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology. Kristin hails from St. Louis, Missouri and is one of only a few in this department who is a true baseball lover. She completed her B.A. in music at Knox College in Galesburg, Illinois and her M.S. in Counseling Psychology at the University of Kentucky. Her research and clinical interests include sexual assault, women’s issues, feminist and multicultural psychotherapies, and issues around social justice. Kristin is currently a research assistant with the Center on Drug and Alcohol Research, a co-leader of diversity of groups through the Gatton College of Business and Economics, and she is active on several research teams. Email: kristin.miserocchi@uky.edu


Krista MoeKrista Moe, M.S., is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology. She received a B.S. in Psychology at Arizona State University and currently works as a co-investigator on a grant, "The Psychological Well-Being of Women Pre- and Post- Breast Cancer Diagnosis." Additional research experience pertains to the academic success of non-traditional nursing students (i.e., identifying means for building faculty-student relationships). She is a peer reviewer for the journal Nursing Education Perspectives. Email: kamoe2@email.uky.edu

Larson Pierce is a doctoral candidate in Counseling Psychology. She completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Auburn University. She earned a B.A. in Psychology in 2004 and a M.Ed. in Community Agency Counseling in 2006. Her main research interest is in the area of adolescent health psychology. She is particularly interested in substance use. In her spare time, Larson enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter. Email: larsonpierce@uky.edu


Erin Rooks


Norah and husband AndyNorah Slone, M.S., is a doctoral student in the Counseling Psychology department. She earned her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Abilene Christian University in May 2008. Her research interests include psychotherapy outcome, specifically looking at effectiveness of continuous assessment with clients presenting with substance dependency and eating disorders. She is also interested in how telehealth services can be used to increase mental healthcare accessibility for the underserved in rural areas. Norah currently holds a research assistantship at the College of Nursing with Dr. Ellen Hahn, who focuses on increasing local communities’ readiness for smoke-free policy through education on health effects related to tobacco use.  Email: norahslone@gmail.com

La Toya B. Smith is completing her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology.  She earned her Ed.S. degree in Counseling Psychology at the University of Kentucky in 2008, her M.S. degree in Clinical Psychology in 2006 from Eastern Kentucky University, and her B.S. degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from the University of Kentucky in 2004.  Her research interests include multicultural issues, specifically academic success and psychological well-being in students of color, and parenting practices in African American and Latino populations.  She is currently participating in three research teams: Project PROMISE (Proactive Research On the Mediating Indices of School Excellence), the STEPPERS (Scholars Thriving to Explore and Promote Psychological and Educational Resiliency and Success) and Cultural Discontinuity (L-METE: Linking Multicultural Education and Teaching Efficacy).  Her theoretical orientation is blend of cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapy. E-mail: La.ToyaSmith@uky.edu

In 2009-2010, La Toya was awarded the prestigious Southern Region Education Board (SREB) Doctoral Scholars Dissertation Fellowship.  This is a highly competetive program for students who are preparing themselves for academic careers as faculty members at colleges or universities.  Congratulations, La Toya!


Chandra Nicole StrangeChandra Nicole Strange (“Nikki”) is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology. She earned her B.A. in Psychology, as well as her M.S. and Ed.S. in Counseling Psychology, from UK. She adheres to a feminist/multiculturalist therapeutic orientation and specializes in working with individuals with a history of traumatic experience(s). She is a previous recipient of the LOVE Award for outstanding volunteer service to the Bluegrass Rape Crisis Center. Nikki currently teaches Educational Psychology and would like to pursue teaching at the college-level in addition to counseling. Her current research interests include evaluating rape advocates’ experiences within medical and legal systems. Email: cnstrange@uky.edu


Kim WaldheimKim Waldheim is a doctoral student in Counseling Psychology. She received her B.A. in Psychology in 2006 and her M.S. in Counseling Psychology in 2007 from the University of Kentucky. Her theoretical orientation is informed by Empowerment Feminist Therapy, Client-Directed Outcome-Informed therapy, Psychodrama and art therapy, and Existential therapy. Areas of interest include trauma treatment and social justice advocacy for women and immigrants, substance abuse, and working with groups. Kim is the graduate assistant to the Director of Clinical Training and works for the Office of Alcohol and Health Education as a facilitator for substance abuse groups on campus. She has one son, Erik; two step-sons, Richard and Steve; and seven grandchildren ranging from age two to age 16. In her spare time she knits and makes jewelry, cooks and entertains, plays shoot-em-up computer games, and reads trashy adventure novels. Email: kim.waldheim@uky.edu


Melinda Wallpe is a doctoral candidate in counseling psychology.  She received her B.A .in Psychology from Marian University in Indianapolis, IN and her M.A.  in Community Counseling from Ball State University in Muncie, IN. Her clinical and research interests include working with the college student population with a focus on adjustment issues along with women’s issues including disordered eating and sexual trauma. For her dissertation Melinda is researching First-year College Adjustment in Women: An Examination of Protective and Risk Factors. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at the University Counseling Center at the University of Notre Dame with a specialization in the treatment of eating disorders. Email: melinda.wallpe@uky.edu


LeeAnn Walmsley


Shannon WatersShannon Dale Waters is pursuing her doctorate in Counseling Psychology.  She received a B.A. (magna cum laude) in Psychology from the University of Charleston in West Virginia and an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Marshall University.  In addition to her graduate student role, she is a primary therapist at the Chrysalis House, Inc. and is serving as a teaching assistant in the Educational Psychology program.  Her research interests include mental health treatment disparities in Appalachian culture.  She would also like to conduct research in the area of women and substance dependence, including effectiveness of treatment versus incarceration for offenders, issues of dual diagnosis, and the relationship between addiction and family dynamics. Email: Shannon.waters@uky.edu


Cristyn WhiteCristyn White is an incoming doctoral student in Counseling Psychology. Cristyn holds a bachelor’s degree in Education from Michigan State University and a Master’s Degree in Counseling from Oakland University.  Cristyn has worked as a Clinician, Clinical Unit Supervisor and Certification Unit Supervisor for non-profit, foster care agencies in the Detroit area. Her clinical interests include working with sexually abused and sexually reactive children. Her research interests include exploring the effect of diversity training with child welfare staff and treatment outcomes.  Cristyn plans to complete her Ph.D. and hopes to work towards child welfare reform.  Email: cristyn.white@uky.edu


Ronnetta Williams


Specialist Students in Counseling Psychology

David BackDavid Back is currently pursuing the Educational Specialist degree program in Counseling Psychology.  My plan is to obtain certification as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC).  I have a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. in Counseling Psychology from The University of Kentucky. For the past 8 years I have been a case manager for adults with Developmental Disabilities who receive supports under the Supports for Community Living Waiver under Medicaid.


JuliaJulia Darnell-Huellemeier is currently pursuing the Educational Specialist degree in Counseling Psychology, with intent to obtain licensure as an LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor). She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Transylvania University in 2006 and her Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kentucky in 2007. Currently, she is employed as an Assistant Director in Admissions for Recruitment at UK, but soon plans to move to Bowling Green where she will seek employment in the counseling field.  Email: juliadarnell00@yahoo.com


Hilda Delshad


Brook and her familyBrook Gifford is an Educational Specialist student in Counseling Psychology. She received her MS in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kentucky and her BA in Psychology from Georgetown College. Her research and clinical interests include the psychological well-being of military and first responder populations, sexual assault, and substance abuse. She is currently a co-leader of a diversity group for the Gatton College of Business and Economics and will be contributing to research teams. When not at school, Brook enjoys being at home with her husband and son. Email: l.brook.gifford@uky.edu


Stephanie Love


Hastings Sparks


Master's Students in Counseling Psychology

Linda Cunningham


Kate FitzgeraldKathleen FitzGerald is a Master’s student in Counseling Psychology.  She received a B.S. in Business Administration from Berea College. After volunteer tutoring at the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning in Lexington, Kate was drawn to counseling as a career.  She is interested in studying and researching multicultural and self-esteem issues in adolescents and children living with a family member who has post-traumatic stress disorder.  Kate enjoys a cup of hot tea in the morning, bike rides with her husband, Eamonn, in the evening, and playtime with their dog, Pockets, anytime.  Email: kate.fitzgerald@uky.edu 


Kevin FloraKevin Flora is working towards his Master's in Counseling Psychology.  His Bachelor's is in Psychology, and was received at the University of the Cumberlands (formerly Cumberland College).  Kevin has been able to start out his career in psychology by working at Eastern State Psychiatric Hospital in Lexington, KY as a Mental Health Associate.  His psychological interests include studying the influence that divorce has on children, effects of discrimination in public schooling, and trying to cut down on multiple hospitalizations for mentally ill patients.  He hopes to obtain his Ph.D. and practice privately in the Lexington area.   Email: kevin.flora@hotmail.com 


Kirsty Garrison is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. She graduated with a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Kentucky in May of 2009. Kirsty worked as a research assistant for two years studying social rejection and social comparisons. She is interested in expanding her experience in these areas as they apply to counseling psychology. Her hobbies include scrapbooking, baking, and spending time with her family. Email: kirsty.garrison@gmail.com


Amanda Goldsmith is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology.  She graduated from the Department of Psychology at the University of Kentucky in May of 2009.  Amanda worked for two years as an undergrad in the Social Psychology Research Lab at UK.  She hopes to incorporate her knowledge of human emotions and behaviors learned in the research setting into her experience in the UK Counseling program.  Her hobbies are going to the movie theater, photography and scrapbooking. Email: amanda.n.goldsmith@gmail.com


Bailey Grossl is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.  She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Georgetown College in 2008.  Bailey currently works as a research assistant for the Communications Department and is completing her practicum at Family Counseling Service in Lexington.  Her main research interests include post traumatic stress disorder with an emphasis on women's issues, specifically domestic violence.  She hopes to obtain a PhD in counseling psychology, and is currently applying to doctoral programs.  Email: abgros3@gmail.com


David Pascale-HagueDavid Pascale-Hague is currently a Master’s student in Counseling Psychology. Originally from Philadelphia, David moved to Kentucky in 2008. Current research interests include bisexual identity, sexual and gender fluidity as well as LGBT ally development. David is a coleader for the UK Safe Zone program, which aims to enlighten all members of campus about LGBT concerns. Future plans include pursuing doctoral work in counseling psychology. Email: david.pascalehague@gmail.com


Martha Hinchey is a Master's student in Counseling Psychology and will graduate December 2009. She received her B.A. in Psychology at The University of the South, Sewanee in 2007. Currently, Martha is applying to doctoral programs in School Psychology. Her research interests include early therapeutic interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental disabilities, psychoeducational assessments, and supports and services for families who have children with special needs. Email: martha.hinchey@gmail.com


Sumner-Rae Lagow
 


WandaWanda McCants is a Master’s student in Counseling Psychology.  She received her B.A. in Psychology and Human Development and Family Studies at Auburn University.  Currently, Wanda is working on Dr. Rostosky’s and Dr. Riggle’s research team examining the positive aspects of being a bisexual or transgender identified person.  She is also active in restructuring of the Safe Zone program at the University of Kentucky.  Her research interests include psychological well-being in the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community, intersecting identities, racial identity development for adolescents, and mental health in underserved areas.  Email: wanda.mccants@uky.edu


Andrea MongeAndrea Alejandra Monge is currently a master’s student in counseling psychology. She received a B.A in psychology as well as a B.A in Spanish at the University of Kentucky in 2006. Andrea is currently working for the Human Development Institute on their Post Secondary Inclusion Partnership and she is completing her practicum at the Chrysalis House. In addition, she is also a co-leader of diversity groups through the College of Business and Economics. Andrea’s research interests are substance abuse and mood disorders. Email andrea.monge@uky.edu.


Ben and his wifeBenjamin Newsome is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. He graduated from the Department of Psychology at Asbury College in 2005. Ben has worked in clinical research, specifically within the Alzheimer’s community and is interested in using his background in neurological research within the framework of the UK Counseling Psychology program.  Ben grew up in a rural Appalachian community in south/central Ohio.  He hopes to use his education to counsel members of the Appalachian population who would not otherwise have means of transportation or resources to accept help.  You might find Ben floating down the Kentucky River in a kayak on weekends in the summer or playing volleyball with his wife, Grace, throughout the winter months.  His other interests are renovating his house, landscaping, travel, and the Lexington Chamber Chorale where he sings with his wife and brother.    Email: benewsome@gmail.com


Jennie PahlJennie Pahl received a B.S. in psychology from Christopher Newport University. Before moving to Kentucky she worked for a sexual and domestic violence shelter in Newport News, VA. With very vast interests her primary focus is in eating disorders, nutrition, the impact of sexual and domestic violence, and the impact of stress. Email jlpa226@uky.edu
 


Lindsey PlummerLindsey Plummer is pursuing a Master's in Counseling Psychology. She  received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology at the University of Kentucky. She has been working at The Ridge since 2007 and is currently working in the Department of Recreation Therapy. Lindsey also spends her time as a volunteer for the Bluegrass Rape Crisis Center. She is interested in the dynamics of group therapy and the integration of mindfulness-based interventions in therapy. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, yoga, hazelnut coffee, and dabbling in the arts.  Email: lindsey.plummer@uky.edu


Bethany Roll is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology.  She recieved her Bachelor's degree in psychology from Georgetown College in 2007.  Bethany is currently completing her practicum in the counseling center at Georgetown College.  Her current research interests include women's issues as they relate to cultural expectation, oppression, self esteem and empowerment.  Bethany hopes to obtain an Education Specialist degree in Counseling Psychology. Contact her at broll20@aol.com


Brian Schulz is currently persuing a master's degree in counseling psychology. He recently graduated with university honors from the University of Houston earning a bachelor's degree. Brian and his familyHe is a member of the American Psychological Association of Graduate Students. Brian has been a counseling psychology researcher at the University of Houston working with Jonathan P. Schwartz PhD to help resolve gender role challenges in college students. His research interests include gerontology, men and masculinity, decision-making, multicultural issues, and social justice. Brian has also interned at Justice for Children a national child protection organization with headquarters in Houston. He is a husband and father of two wonderful children persuing his dream of lifetime learning. Brian is working towards attaining a PhD in counseling psychology and  becoming a college professor and researcher. Email: brian.schulz@uky.edu


Heather SieversHeather Sievers is pursuing a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. She received her B.S. in Psychology at Colorado State University. Heather currently works at Good Samaritan Hospital as a Mental Health Associate and is completing her practicum at Chrysalis House. In addition, she is also a co-leader of diversity groups through the Gatton College of Business and Economics. Heather’s main research interest is in the area of substance abuse treatment effectiveness within the correctional system.  E-mail: h.coconut@gmail.com


Whitney WaldnerWhitney Waldner is a Master's student in Counseling Psychology and is concurrently pursuing licensure requirements in School Psychology. Whitney received her undergraduate degree from the University of Kentucky in Psychology. She currently works at PUSH (People Understanding Special Handicaps) Early Childhood Development Center in Frankfort, KY as the Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher and teaches middle school and high school dance classes. Her primary interests are in the area of child development, focusing on autism and emergent literacy instruction.  Email: wlwald2@uky.edu


Cody Ward


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