Emma is our post bac lab manager, and recently graduated from UVM majoring in Psychological Sciences and minoring in Human Development and Family Studies, and Special Education. They are passionate about youth mental health advocacy and community education, with an interest in the effects of interpersonal trauma on development. Emma plans on pursuing a graduate degree in clinical developmental psychology, focusing on the interaction between neurodiversity and early life adversity, and their effects on communication development. Outside of the lab, Emma spends their time being outside in nature, doing yoga, or reading and making art! 

Anna is a doctoral student in the clinical psychology program at UVM. She graduated with a B.A. in psychology from Columbia University in 2021. After graduating, Anna spent two years working as a research assistant at the New York State Psychiatric Institute with Dr. Daniel C. Javitt, followed by two years at Yale University with Drs. Arielle Baskin-Sommers and Dylan Gee. She is interested in studying mechanisms of resilience following exposure to traumatic stress in childhood and adolescence. Outside the lab, Anna enjoys creative writing, running, and spending time outdoors.

Rachel is going into her second year of UVM’s Accelerated Masters Program where she will be getting a degree in Clinical Psychology. She has recently graduated from UVM majoring in Psychological Science and minoring in Human Development and Family Studies, and Jewish Studies. Rachel loves working with kids and adolescents and hopes to continue working with the population in her future career, with a focus on family dynamics and how it can shape development. When she’s not in the lab you can find Rachel outdoors- whether she’s hiking, snowboarding, or just soaking up the sun. She also loves to read, draw, and take care of her plants.

Avinabo (OV) is a senior Psychology major with a minor in Biology. He is especially interested in how the environment and individual behaviors shape brain development and mental health in adolescence. After graduation, OV wishes to pursue a doctoral degree in pediatric (child clinical health) psychology. Outside of the lab, he is a sprinter on the UVM track team, a peer mentor in the Honors College, and works as a tutor at the Tutoring Center. 

Lexie is a senior at the University of Vermont, majoring in both Psychological Science and Dance. After UVM, she hopes to pursue a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. Outside of the lab, Lexie serves as a resident advisor and teaching assistant. She also enjoys teaching her cat, Twyla, new tricks.

Emily is a senior Neuroscience and Chinese double major with minors in Psychology and Pharmacology. She is particularly interested in participating in research that works to promote the accessibility of mental health resources in marginalized and underrepresented communities. She hopes to pursue a PhD in Neuroscience after undergrad. Outside of lab and school, you can find her in her apartment trying out new recipes!

Will is a senior psychology student with minors in statistics and anthropology. He is particularly interested in mental health disorders affecting marginalized groups and LGBTQ+ youth. After UVM, he plans to pursue a career in social work and clinical mental health counseling. Outside of the lab, you can find Will outdoors, probably hiking or cycling the causeway!

Katherine, known to friends as Kat, is a junior at UVM double majoring in Psychological Science and Studio Art. She is interested in understanding how abnormal psychology develops in early life, and how early intervention may be used to prevent later social deviance. She plans on pursuing a graduate degree in psychology and in her future career she hopes to work with adolescents as a clinical psychologist while also conducting research on under-recognized  mental illnesses. In her free time, she enjoys creating multimedia art, and plans on eventually incorporating art into her therapeutic treatments.

​Shira is a sophomore Psychology major at the University of Vermont with a minor in Parks Recreation and Tourism. She is particularly interested in the effects of culture on child development and the applications of nature in trauma-informed settings. Shira is considering pursuing a PhD in the field and outside of lab can be found leading back country trips with the University.