Assistant Professor
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Rush Medical College
Role: Clinician and Researcher
Joined Rush in 2016
I have master’s degrees in Child Development and Clinical Psychology, and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. My research and clinical interests lie in understanding the development of externalizing behavior in early-to-middle childhood and in expanding access to empirically supported treatments for child behavior problems to underserved families.
Psychology is one big puzzle, and I am interested in understanding how all of the different pieces (e.g., genetics, brain development, cultural factors, social environment, etc.) fit together to shape child development. This is a field for people who love to think from a multidisciplinary lens.
Rush’s commitment to addressing health disparities aligns perfectly with my personal and professional goals.
Having a supportive mentor is critical to developing your research program. I have been fortunate to have strong supporters at every step of my training and professional development, and I hope to pay it forward to the next generation of clinical scientists.
Be well-rounded in your research and clinical endeavors because they inform one another. Understanding the needs of your patient population and having a passion for what you do as a clinician gives you the grit to weather the uncertainty of the research world.
I enjoy reading, drinking good coffee, spending time with family and yoga.