I earned my B.A. in Psychology with a minor in chemistry from the University of North Alabama (UNA), followed by an M.S. in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Alabama (USA). I then completed a graduate certificate in how to teach at the college level while I was working on my Ph.D. in Rehabilitation Science at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). I then also obtained a Graduate Certificate from the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching, and Learning Scholar Concentration while working on my postdoctoral fellowship in Pain Science at UAB.

I regularly teach a section of apprenticeship and courses related to experimental psychology, including psychological statistics, physiological psychology, and cognitive psychology. Every spring, I teach Health Psychology, which is one of my favorite courses. Occasionally, I also teach Intro Psychology and Research Methods.

My primary research focuses on pain and cognition, and the work is highly hands-on. I engage students in applied research experiences that delve deeply into these areas, but please note that the research can be quite intense and requires strong dedication. It’s a challenging but rewarding experience for those ready to fully commit.