I am excited to be part of the full-time faculty in LBCC’s psychology program. My life’s mission is to mentor and train the next generation of diverse practitioners & researchers in psychology. I am very passionate about promoting critical thinking and evidence-based psychological practices. If you’re a student in my class, know that I believe in your ability to succeed!

Professional Background: My practical experiences in psychology includes serving as a school psychologist from 2014 to 2024. In this role, I supported students in K-12 settings by facilitating the solving of academic, behavioral and socio-emotional problems. I thrived in creating programs that systematically screened for academic challenges and subsequently made supports available. I enjoyed my work as a school psychologist because I believe there is no better place to provide equitable access to mental health services in our country than the public school systems.

Community Outreach: I have twice interviewed on NPR’s Airtalk show in Los Angeles, where I have advocated for mental health services provided through our public schools. I have also publicly interviewed with Psi Beta to promote the profession of school psychology. I am always excited to do any outreach that helps promote mental health access!

Teaching Experience: I have taught 9 different courses in psychology at both the undergraduate and graduate levels since 2015. The courses I have taught are largely related to my graduate work in psychological research, behavioral neuroscience and school psychology. Notably, my research experiences are also in these broad areas of psychology.

Seek me out for chat if you have any interest in educational psychology, school psychology, behavior or addiction studies. I love talking shop!