Assistant Professor
Education
B.S., Worcester State University
M.A., University of Connecticut
Ph.D., University of Connecticut
Teaches
- PSYC 111 – Introductory Psychology
- PSYC 235 – Research Methods
- PSYC 349 – Motivation and Emotion
- PSYC 360 – Developmental Psychology
- NRSG 551 – Family Systems (Graduate Level)
Areas of Interest and Research
Developmental Psychology, Emotional and Social Development, the Influence of Parenting on Child Development
My primary research interest is to examine familial self-regulation, specifically emotion-regulation, during times of trauma and life transition across the lifespan. My secondary research interest investigates how major life events reshape parenting and the parent-child relationship. My third research interest focuses on testing emotion regulation practices and coping mechanisms in family interventions that aim to decrease family stress. I draw on quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods to address my research goals.
Contact Information
Email | Office Location: CSB Main 354