School of Psychology
Clinical Psychology Research Labs
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Graduate students in the Clinical Psychology Program are paired with a major professor who serves as a research mentor. This pairing takes place at admission for students admitted to the doctoral program (i.e., doctoral students are admitted to work with a specific faculty member). Participation in the major professor's research lab/team allows students to become active in the process of research at the beginning of their doctoral education and obtain transferable experience in their field of study.
Clinical Psychology Program Research Labs
Dr. Douglas Glenn: Substances, Psychosocial Influences, and Risk Investigation Team (SPIRIT) Lab
The Substances, Psychosocial Influences, and Risk Investigation Team (SPIRIT) Lab is directed by Dr.%20Douglas%20Glenn and conducts research broadly related to the psychological, interpersonal, and systemic determinants of substance use with a particular focus on alcohol consumption. A primary goal of the lab is to produce research leading to the development of effective substance use prevention and intervention programs that consider individuals鈥� holistic life experiences. Within this aim, the SPIRIT Lab gives specific attention to substance use motives and the ways in which one鈥檚 reasons for using substances are intertwined with their available psychosocial resources.
Dr. Glenn will be considering applications for Fall admissions.
Dr. Sara Jordan: Child Routines and Behavior Lab
The is directed by Dr.%20Sara%20Jordan and conducts research on child routines as they relate to behavioral outcomes, particularly among young children. A primary focus of the lab's work has been on development and psychometric evaluation of assessment instruments related to children鈥檚 routines. Bedtime routines, and routines and behavior of children with chronic illness have also been examined. A secondary focus has been the broader interplay of child and parent characteristics such as maternal depression, parental stress, marital conflict, parenting practices and child behavior problems, with a particular emphasis on relations with child routines.
Dr. Jordan will be considering applications for Fall admissions.
Dr. Emily Junkin: College Health, Environment, and Experimental Research on Substances (CHEERS Lab)
The College Health, Environment, and Experimental Research on Substances (CHEERS) Lab, directed by Dr.%20Emily%20Junkin, conducts research on alcohol and other substance use behaviors among emerging adults aged 18-30, who experience greater risk for problematic drinking and other risky behaviors. A primary focus of the CHEERS Lab is on predictors and consequences of impaired control over alcohol use, which is an early indicator of risk for alcohol use disorder. The CHEERS Lab is currently working to establish a simulated bar laboratory, which allows for the experimental testing of alcohol-related cue exposure on drinking behaviors and other outcomes.
Dr. Junkin will be considering applications for Fall admissions.
Dr. Freddie Pastrana Rivera: Child and Family Equity Prevention & Research (CAF脡 PR) Lab
The , directed by Dr.%20Freddie%20Pastrana%20Rivera, investigates the impact of adversity on child mental health and socioemotional well-being. CAF脡 PR focuses on youth exposure to social (e.g., bullying, exclusion, discrimination) and contextual adversity (e.g., family stress, traumatic events). To mitigate risks, we aim to advance early screening, preventive intervention, and culturally congruent supports in schools and communities. CAF脡 PR aspires to support youth, especially from racial and ethnic minoritized backgrounds, at risk for experiencing stigma, prejudice, and victimization.
Dr. Pastrana Rivera will be considering applications for Fall admissions.
Dr. Stephanie Smith: Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders Lab
The is directed by Dr.%20Stephanie%20Smith%20and conducts research examining risk/resilience factors of externalizing behaviors in children/adolescents and how to augment intervention and prevention efforts for these youths. She is also interested in using technology to enhance the delivery of efficacious treatments and applying state-of-the-art EEG methods to clinical research.
Dr. Smith will be considering applications for Fall admissions.
Dr. Megan Renna has accepted a position at Ohio State University.
Dr. Kelsey Bonfils has accepted a position at University of North Carolina.
Dr. Nora Charles has accepted a position at .