School Psychology - Current Students

Mary Snellings Inabnett is a 5th year school psychology student on Dr. Long’s team. She received her B.S. in Psychology from Tulane University in 2020 and her M.A. in Psychology from Louisiana State University in 2023. Currently, she is on internship at Lewisville Independent School District. Prior to enrolling at LSU, Mary Snellings completed an AmeriCorps fellowship with Saga Education, providing an in-school math intervention to students in Chicago. Her research interests include implementing trauma-informed practices, promoting well-being in schools, and advancing education equity. Outside of school, she enjoys exercising, reading, and traveling.

 

 

 

Kristen Newell is a 5th year school psychology student on Dr. Donaldson’s team. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from Louisiana State University and her M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis from Florida State University. Kristen has provided behavior analytic services in clinical, school, and home settings since 2018. Her current research interest involves the role of reading interventions in increasing active student responding in elementary school classrooms. Additionally, Kristen is interested in parent training to reduce problem behavior in young children. Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, cooking, exercising, and reading.

 

 

 

Ar'Reon Watson (he/him) is a Doctoral Candidate in the School Psychology program, with Dr. Anna Long as his major advisor. He is also a recipient of the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship. Ar'Reon earned his B.A. in Psychology with high honors and departmental distinction from Kenyon College in 2018. Prior to attending LSU, he worked as a Clinical Research Coordinator at Children’s National in Washington, DC, and later as a Research Specialist at the Early Childhood Innovation Network. In these roles, he supported research and evaluation of clinical trials and preventive interventions to promote the well-being of families with young children in under-resourced neighborhoods. His research focuses on how cultural and contextual factors (e.g., racial socialization, school climate) across multiple ecological contexts (e.g., home, school, community) shape social-emotional and behavioral outcomes among young Black children. In his free time, Ar'Reon enjoys running, beach volleyball, spending time with his cats, exploring new restaurants, and watching reality game shows (Survivor, Big Brother, and The Challenge).

 

 

 

Meagan Zeitvogel Plant (she/her) is a 5th year doctoral student in school psychology, working as part of Dr. Clark’s research team. She earned her B.S. in Psychology from the University of Alabama in 2020. Meagan’s research focuses on promoting equitable access to education, advocating for socially just policies and practices, and enhancing school climate and student engagement. Outside of her academic work, she enjoys spending time with her wonderful husband, experimenting with new recipes, reading, and taking spontaneous weekend adventures.

 

 

 

 

 

Elizabeth Linton is a 5th year school psychology student on Dr. Donaldson's team. She earned her B.S. in Psychology with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis from the University of Florida in 2020. Elizabeth has worked as a Registered Behavior Technician in the clinic, home, and school setting. Her research interests include the assessment and reduction of dangerous problem behavior on the playground, as well as preference assessments for both student and teacher. Outside of school, she likes eating at new restaurants, walking nearby nature trails, talking about her cats, and rewatching her favorite sitcoms.

 

 

 

 

Grace Blyth is a 5th year in the School Psychology doctoral program under Dr. Kelly Clark's advisement. She graduated from the University of South Florida Summa Cum Laude with a B.A. in Psychology, as well as Criminology. Grace has provided psychoeducational assessments at a variety of clinic and school-based practicum sites in the state of Louisiana. Her research interests focus on student mental health and perfectionism as well as improving student well-being and engagement. In her free time she enjoys watching reality shows, doing yoga, and spending time with her puppy and partner.

 

 

 

 

Kyle Wilson is a 4th year school psychologist student in the SWELL Lab. Prior to attending LSU, Kyle served as a Master Resiliency Trainer in his years in the Air Force, and worked as a Research Assistant at Florida International University's Summer Treatment Program. Kyle's research interests are in systems-level promotion of student engagement and connectedness. Outside of school, Kyle enjoys watching baseball, reading, trying out the local flares with his wife, and playing with his two dogs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Julianne Hymel is a 4th year school psychology student on Dr. Long's team. Before joining LSU, she received her B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Child Development from TCU in 2022. Prior to grad school, Julianne spent her time as a grief support group facilitator for young teens and as a research assistant exploring contributors to mental health symptoms among children and adolescents diagnosed with ASD. Her current research is primarily focused on the implementation of culturally responsive teaching practices and its positive effects on student outcomes. Outside of school, Julianne enjoys trying out new recipes in the kitchen, going dancing, and of course cheering on the LSU Tigers.

 

 

 

 

Leila Fitt (she/her) is a 3rd year school psychology student on Dr. Choe's team. She received her undergraduate degree in Human Development from Howard University. After working in evidence-based drug and alcohol prevention and at the US Department of Education, Leila became a Pre-K/Kindergarten teacher. Her research interests include parental involvement as it relates to academic achievement and self-efficacy. She is also interested in the relationships and dynamics of neurodiverse families. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time outdoors with her friends.

 

 

 

 

Gabriela Gomes (she/her) is a 3rd year School Psychology student on Dr. Donaldson's team. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University in 2021, and her master's of science in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Miami in 2023. Her research interests include identifying early behavior intervention methods that will better improve the quality of life and preschool readiness for children with developmental disabilities. She also finds interest in identifying factors that influence parental and teacher adherence to treatment. Out of school, she enjoys painting, drawing or doing anything that involves crafting! She also loves summertime and spending time outside.

 

 

 

 

Abbie Johnson (she/her) is a 3rdd year school psychology student on Dr. Donaldson's team. She earned her B.S. from Texas Christian University in 2020 and her M.A. from Columbia University, Teachers College in 2023. Abbie has worked as a Registered Behavior Technician in a clinical and home setting and as a teaching assistant in an elementary school setting. Her research interest includes verbal behavior, classroom management, and academic performance for children and classrooms with developmental disabilities.

 

 

 

 

 

Felicia McGill (she/her) is a 3rd year student on Dr. Shawn Gilroy's team. She received her Bachelor's in Mathematics and Spanish from the University of South Carolina in 2022. Prior to LSU, Felicia worked as a Registered Behavior Technician and a math instructor. Her research interests include understanding language and communication in minimally speaking individuals with autism as well as racial disparities in the diagnostic process. Outside of school, Felicia enjoys playing piano, reading, and drinking boba tea.

 

 

 

 

 

Kita Adams is a 3rd-year school psychology student on Dr. Anna Long’s team. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology with minors in Spanish and Africana Studies from NC State University in 2021. Prior to attending LSU, Kita served as an AmeriCorps member working with the NC State College Advising Corps to provide postsecondary education access and advising to high school students from rural backgrounds. Her current research interests include implementing and evaluating behavioral interventions in schools with students who display problem behaviors using a cultural-ecological framework. Her current research broadly involves examining and exploring mental health help-seeking among Black students in a school context. Outside of school, she enjoys traveling, live music, going on nature walks, and spending time with friends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delaney Havrylkoff is a 3rd year student in the CRISP Lab. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from LSU, while working as a Supplemental Instruction Leader and undergrad RA. Prior to starting LSU's School Psychology Ph.D. program, Delaney worked as a research associate for the CRISP Lab assisting Dr. Long and her students with their research projects. Currently, she is broadly interested in teachers' discipline practices, as well as help-seeking in an academic context. During her free time, she enjoys taking her dog to the park and roller skating.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alva Allen is a 3rd year graduate student on Dr. Morris' team. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from Southeastern Louisiana University in 2021. Her research interests include assessing variables influencing social preference and decision-making and examining applications of quantitative models in applied settings. Outside of school, Alva likes to bake, read, play video games, try new restaurants, and spend time with friends and family.

 

 

 

Md Omar Faruk is a 2nd-year School Psychology student with Dr. Long as a major advisor. He holds a B.S. in Psychology (2015), an M.S. (2017), and an M.Phil. (2022) in Clinical Psychology, all from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. With over 6 years of clinical experience, he specializes in Cognitive Behavior Therapy to treat mental health issues affecting both adults and children. His research focuses on reducing prejudice and stigma, improving teachers’ and students’ well-being, and developing culturally sensitive mental health assessment tools. Beyond his professional endeavors, he enjoys exploring the world and understanding people through travel, crafting short stories, and indulging in literature, cinema, and music.

 

 

 

 

Kelsey Keen (she/her) is a 2nd year school psychology student on Dr. Gilroy's team. She earned her bachelors of science in psychology at West Virginia University in 2022. Before LSU, she worked at the Center for Autism Research at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Her interests include the assessment of autism, specifically in toddlers and pre-school age children. She is also interested in behavioral and communication interventions for children with autism or other neurodevelopmental differences. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, traveling, and trying new restaurants.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yuxin Yu (she/her) is a 2nd year school psychology student on Dr. Choe’s team. She received her undergraduate degree in Economics from Peking University. Her research interests include investigating the role of interpersonal factors in the development of East Asian adolescents’ social anxiety. Further, she is interested in developing evidence-based interventions tailored to East Asian adolescents. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, photography, playing tennis, and writing short stories.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Glory Chima is a 1st year school psychology student in Dr. Shawn Gilroy’s lab. She received her bachelor’s degree in honours psychology from McGill University in 2022. Before starting at LSU, she worked as a speech and language pathologist assistant and an applied behaviour analysis therapist. Her research interests include the communicative development of young autistic children using high-tech and low-tech AAC methods. Outside of school, Glory enjoys spending time with friends, cooking, exercising, and exploring the city.