Summer '24 Newsletter - Revised (2)

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ISPP NEWSLETTER

IN THE LOOP

SUMMER 2024

TAKE A MOMENT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SUMMER 2024 HIGHLIGHTS AND WHAT’S TO COME!

In this newsletter you can expect:

Welcome Message

The Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology program at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology (ISPP) is designed to educate and train students to become effective health service

Since its founding in 1976, ISPP has continuously strived to provide excellent doctoral training in an APA-accredited, academically rigorous, and nurturing environment. We are proud of our 48 year legacy.

ISPP Assembly

Graduation

Recent Publications and Presentations

psychologists. ISPP aspires to develop

psychologists who have the essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes required for successful clinical practice.

Current Student and Alumni Spotlight

New Core Faculty

Resources

Welcome Message from the Program Director VOL. 11

Leah Horvath, PhD Program Director, Associate Professor

Greetings, ISPP Community and Friends!

Summer seems to be rushing to an end – I hope this message finds you well and having enjoyed the warm summer days! I always love summer in Chicago – and the chance to get out of the city for a bit, too! As we prepare for the fall start, I have reflected on the recent past and the coming semester in terms of numbers. Maybe that’s because math is on my mind; I’ve been helping my rising 8th grader study for the high school entrance exams (yikes!). But I also like numbers – there is something neat and rational about them in a world that doesn’t always feel neat and rational. So here we go – ISPP by the numbers!

46 new students starting in our fall 2024 cohort 15 new PsyD graduates 11 new interns training in 6 different states 3 new PsyD faculty members 1 new ISPP staff member 1 amazing ISPP community!

Read more about our grads, interns, and new faculty and staff on the coming pages. I hope you enjoy these summer updates and getting to know our ISPP Student Spotlight – Eva Valdez – and our ISPP Alum – Dr. Hayat Nadar. Our blessings are too many to count (even though I tried!).

Sending my best to our ISPP community,

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ISPP Student Assembly

It is the mission of this organization to provide both personal and professional support and development opportunities to the students of ISPP at NLU. We aim to promote a strong community environment that facilitates student well-being, engagement, relationship building, and personal growth, with a focus on respect and dignity for all.

Upcoming Events

End of Year Celebration Recap

Be on the lookout for upcoming events hosted by the ISPP Assembly in the Fall! Events in the Fall are typically geared towards practicum related preparedness. If you are interested in a particular topic, please contact the President, Sarah Brill, our your cohort’s Student Representative.

On June 18th, 2024, the ISPP Assembly hosted the End of Year Celebration. This event allowed for the opportunity for students and staff to be recognized through Student Awards and Faculty and Staff Appreciation. The Celebration also

congratulated interns and graduates in their future endeavors.

Are you interested in being a part of the ISPP Assembly?

On behalf of Dr. Mann and ISPP Assembly, we had a wonderful time hosting this event for you all!

Be on the lookout for an email containing a survey regarding interests in being a part of ISPP Assembly. There are an array of positions available from various commitments. Questions? Sbrill1@my.nl.edu

Congratulations to our New Graduates! VOL. 11

The 2024 ISPP/NL Graduation Ceremony was held on Saturday, June 15th, 2024 at the Arie Crown Theater. The 138th Illinois Commencement was a day of immense significance to our community. It represents the culmination of years of dedication and hard work by our graduates, who are now ready to make a positive impact in the field of psychology.

Dr. Meghan Curtin Dr. Claudia Harris Dr. Madeleine Lane Dr. Joyti Jariwala Dr. Stephanie Morris Dr. Viviana Reyes Vega

Dr. Elizabeth Cottrell Dr. Giovanna DeZutti Dr. Lekai James Dr. Elizabeth Malkin Dr. Lynn Murphy Dr. Anthony Warren Dr. Christina Wawrowski

Dr. Chelle’ Warren Dr. Sean Woodford

Congratulations to our New Graduates! VOL. 11

Also in the ceremony were ISPP doctoral students awarded their Masters in Clinical Psychology. Congratulations!

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Congratulations to the new interns!

Congratulations on beginning this exciting chapter of your doctoral journey! This is a significant step forward in applying your expertise and skills in the field of psychology. The experiences and insights gained during this time will be invaluable as you continue to grow and make meaningful contributions. Best wishes for a rewarding and impactful internship experience ahead!

Azalia Torres VA Illiana Health Care System Charmagne King Central Texas Veterans Health Care System - Waco Courtney Thompson Mind Body Co-Op Evan Miller Fargo VA Health Care System Janine Cednick Illinois Behavioral Health Group (IBHG) Lynnette Wright Captain James A Lovell Federal Healthcare Center Nicole Burlingame Essentia Health Nicquelette Gregory University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler Robert Schuh Mind Body Co-Op Tatianna Johnson Larned State Hospital Tihamy Mohiuddin National Psych Training Consortium - Great Lakes (Valley Oaks)

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Recent Publications by ISPP Students

In collaboration with Katja Kathol and Dr. Tara Flanagan from McGill University, Gustina Giordano published an article in the McGill Journal of Education! The MJE promotes an international, multidisciplinary discussion of issues in the field of educational research, theory, and practice. This study explored the changes in routine and emotional themes experienced by families of children with learning differences or disabilities due to mandatory school closures during COVID-19 in Québec, Canada.

Read more by clicking the link below:

Colonial Shadows: Exploring Coloniality of Being Among Puerto Rican Immigrants in the United States

ACEPT Poster Fair & Midwestern Psychological Association (MPA) Conference VOL. 11

Big congratulations to our PsyD students who presented at the ACEPT Poster Fair in May!

Isabel Vayser and Marie Eddy present their poster, Unfiltered: Instagram’s Influence on Self-Esteem and Body Image in Adolescents and Young Adults , prepared with co-authors Clare McIntosh and Tyler Ferguson .

Great work to all!

Congratulations to to all the students and faculty who presented at the Midwestern Psychological Association (MPA) conference in April 2024! Compliments to Marcela Garcia Guzman, Tina Giordano, Vinuta Hemadri, Shraya Pandey, Maggie Sackinsky, Anthony Warren, Dr. Bradley Olson, and Dr. Emese Vitalis! Vinuta, Marcela, and Shraya presented their poster “Illinois Partners in Policy Making Program: Empowering Advocates for Disability Policy Change” Tina presented her poster “Shifting Routines among Families with Children with Disability during COVID-19” Maggie presented her poster “Children’s Control Over and Awareness of their own Rehearsal” Anthony presented his poster (dissertation research!), “ Association between Social Media, Toxic Masculinity, and Depression in Young Adult Males” Dr. Olson and Dr. Vitalis led a roundtable discussion, with colleagues Drs. Karyn Byrne and Leonard Jason: “Cells to Society: Can Neuroscience Contribute to Clinical-Community Practice.”

Thank you for representing ISPP & NLU so well!

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Doctoral Research Symposium

At the NLU Doctoral Research Symposium in May, many ISPP students presented their dissertation research and their research proposals. Congratulations to all of our presenters!

The following students presented posters of their research proposals:

Sarah Brill Mindsets in Determining the Stress Response in Liver Transplant Recipients Israh Ibrahim

Trauma Impacting Cognitive Functioning and Empathy Caused by War and Violence in North East Africa: Exploring Clinician’s Experiences Treating Refugees/Immigrants in America and Originating Country Eva Valdez Exploring the Relationship Between Observable Eye Behaviors and Self-Reported Moral Injury and Distress (MI/MD) in Veterans Diagnosed with PTSD: A Pilot Study Isabel Vayser, Tyler Ferguson, Marie Eddy, & Clare Mcintosh The Impact of Instagram Use on Self-Esteem, Depression and Body Image in Adolescent and Young Adult Users

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Doctoral Research Symposium

The following students gave talks on their completed dissertation research:

Elizabeth Cottrell Differences Between Self-Reported Mild Traumatic Brain Injury and Physician-Related Diagnosis: An Examination of Gender Bias Using Case Vignette Claudia Harris Exploring Black Women's Motivations and Experiences with High-End Shopping Lekai James A Convergent Parallel Mixed Methods Examination of the Impact of Graduate Student Loan Balances on Overall Quality of Life Among Clinical Psychologists With PsyD Degrees Madeleine Lane Exploring Psychology Graduate Students' Desire and Ability to Discuss Their Personal Trauma History with Clinical Supervisors Lynn Murphy Reclaiming Healing Spaces: A Phenomenological Study on the Transformative Power of Outdoor Therapy from the Lived Experiences of Black Clinicians Working with Black Clients Elizabeth Malkin A Multifactorial Study of Factors Influencing Self-Health Behaviors in Dementia Chelle’ Thomas Understanding the Barriers and Contributions to Success among African American Graduate Students Pursuing Doctorate Degrees in Clinical or Counseling Psychology: A Comparison of Predominantly White Institutions and Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the U.S Christina Wawrowski Caring for a Family Member with Dementia: Collectivism and Individualism as Predictors of Caregiver Burden Joyti Badhan-Jariwala A Qualitative Study Exploring the Management & Implications of Power Differentials Experienced by Pre- licensed Supervisees in Clinical Supervision Settings

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ISPP Current Student Spotlight: Eva Valdez

Eva Valdez, M.A. (She/Her) 4th Year Clinical Psychology Doctoral Student

How did you get interested in psychology?

My interest in psychology has always been a part of my life, but it finally clicked that I was meant to pursue Clinical Psychology when I worked at Camp Boggy Creek. Serving as a camp counselor for children with serious illnesses, I saw firsthand the profound impact that fostering emotional and behavioral health can have on individuals facing significant challenges. This experience solidified my passion for service and my commitment to understanding and addressing mental health needs. At Camp Boggy Creek, I worked closely with children who were not only battling serious physical illnesses but also dealing with the emotional and psychological tolls that come with such conditions. Imagine being 6 years old, already experiencing multiple surgeries, and knowing no one like you. Camp surrounds children with others who share their experiences, reminding them that they are not alone. The camp environment empowers both campers and staff to achieve things they never dreamed they could. These children are infused with a spirit of accomplishment at every turn and are allowed to forget their illnesses. I witnessed moments of joy, resilience, and vulnerability, and leaving camp I knew those were traits I wanted to actively pursue in my future career. The connections I built with the campers and the valuable lessons I learned at camp fueled my passion for psychology. These experiences showed me how I could make a real, positive impact on people's lives. Looking back, my time at Camp Boggy Creek was more than just a pivotal moment in my career choice; it was a profound personal journey that affirmed what I value and how I show up for others. The camp spirit and community are something I will always seek in my life, and it has fostered my skills as a future clinician.

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ISPP Current Student Spotlight: Eva Valdez

Please tell us about a recent accomplishment that’s meaningful to you. Receiving the HPSP scholarship in the U.S. Air Force was one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences of my life. Balancing my academic responsibilities with the preparation needed for the scholarship application demanded intense discipline and persistence. The experience pushed me to grow personally and professionally, honing my resilience, sharpening my focus, and reaffirming my dedication to my career goals. Being awarded the HPSP scholarship not only relieved the financial burden of my education but also provided a clear path to gain invaluable experience in military healthcare settings. It opened doors to advanced training opportunities and allowed me to work with a diverse population, including veterans and active-duty service members. My goal is to become the first Air Force Active-Duty Child Psychologist, working with the children of military members. This accomplishment is meaningful to me because it represents the culmination of hard work, determination, and a deep-seated passion for psychology and service. It is a testament to my ability to overcome obstacles and a stepping stone toward making a substantial impact in the field of mental health.

Do you have any advice for prospective students?

My biggest advice is that your life doesn't pause while you are in school. Engage in life, learn about yourself, and embrace failure because it shows you how to get back up. Take advantage of every opportunity to step outside your comfort zone—whether that's joining new clubs, connecting with peers and faculty, or volunteering for causes you care about. These experiences enrich your personal growth and shape your professional journey. Fail and fail again because each failure is a lesson that brings you closer to your goals. Then, achieve and take a breath because we often overlook our accomplishments. Stay resilient, stay curious, and most importantly, stay true to yourself. Your journey through school is just one chapter in your life, so make it as meaningful and fulfilling as possible.

Eva is currently doing her advanced practicum at Captain James A. Lovell FHCC, and completed her diagnostic practicum at Neurocare and Family Services!

ISPP Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Hayat Nadar, PsyD VOL. 11

Dr. Hayat Nadar, PsyD (She/They) Licensed Clinical Psychologist Founder of The Depth Collective PLLC

Please tell us about any work you do in the areas of advocacy social justice or working with underserved populations. I am deeply committed to affirming multiculturalism, sex positivity, and the diverse spectrum of identities and intersectionality, including LGBTQIA+, kink, polyamory, gender, giftedness, neurodiversity, and the migrant experience. My primary focus is on addressing trauma stemming from systemic oppression and identity-based marginalization, with expertise in treating complex trauma and attachment wounds within individuals navigating oppressive societal structures, family systems, and marginalized identities. I founded The Depth Collective, an anti-racist, anti-oppressive, culturally sensitive psychotherapy practice. Our practice centers on the needs of the Diaspora, LGBTQIA+ intersections (QTBIPOC), Neurodivergent and Gifted Folx, and Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), as well as other marginalized communities. The Depth Collective is dedicated to decolonizing mental health care, offering transformative healing from the detrimental impacts of colonization, imperialism, state-sanctioned violence, and systemic oppression. We emphasize collectivist, cultural, and ancestral wisdom and the strengths inherent in these traditions. In my practice, understanding and embracing our core values is essential to inform our work and guide decision-making. At The Depth Collective, these values are not just principles; they are the foundation of our approach to psychotherapy and social justice advocacy. Liberation is at the heart of what we do. It's about helping individuals access and exercise mental, emotional, social, and cultural freedom. We work to eject internalized oppressive messages about our identities and place in the world. By empowering individuals to recognize and discard these harmful messages, we help them embrace their true value and potential for self-empowerment. Decolonization is another crucial value. It involves deconstructing unconscious oppressive white supremacist narratives and reawakening our true indigenous narratives that have been tarnished by the colonial lens. By amplifying these indigenous narratives, we guide individuals on a journey of self-discovery, enabling them to reclaim their authentic identities and perspectives, liberated from colonial constraints. Reclamation is about embracing and honoring parts of ourselves and our history that have been silenced and disavowed through systems of oppression. In our supportive environment, individuals are encouraged to explore and celebrate these aspects of themselves, empowering them to reclaim and integrate these silenced parts, fostering wholeness. Emplacement celebrates ourselves in our bodies, hearts, minds, and souls. It's about centering our intersectional identities in spaces where they are celebrated, not just tolerated. Our practice provides a space where individuals feel valued and seen, empowering them to thrive with purposeful engagement within themselves and their communities. Emergence involves embarking on a consciousness- raising process, embracing our shadows, and moving toward wholeness. Through guided exploration and reflection, we help individuals uncover disavowed unconscious material, facilitating personal growth and transformation toward greater self-awareness and agency. Lastly, Accountability is about emphasizing responsibility for our actions and their impacts on social injustices. This value fosters honesty, transparency, and continuous learning. We encourage self-reflection, recognition of biases, and a commitment to equitable relationships, thereby promoting personal growth and stronger, more inclusive communities. These values are not just abstract concepts; they are the driving force behind our work at The Depth Collective. They inform every decision we make, ensuring that our practice remains dedicated to the liberation, empowerment, and holistic healing of the marginalized communities we serve.

ISPP Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Hayat Nadar, PsyD VOL. 11

Please tell us about one of your most impactful experiences at ISPP. One of my most impactful experiences at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology (ISPP) was my involvement in the Personal and Professional Development Diversity Program (PPD). This program is a mandatory four-year process designed to help clinicians in training develop awareness of and sensitivity to racial and cultural factors. The program aims to raise consciousness and enhance self-understanding in relation to clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Initially, I participated in the PPD program as a clinician in training, which profoundly influenced my personal and professional growth. The experiential learning component of the program was particularly transformative, allowing me to engage deeply with the material and reflect on my own cultural experiences and biases. This process helped me better understand myself and prepared me to serve clients with different worldviews and cultural experiences more effectively. As I progressed through the program, I was elected as a co-leader for the weekly interpersonal groups, summer process groups, and the yearly retreat. In these roles, I facilitated discussions and activities aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of diversity and inclusion among my peers. This leadership experience was incredibly rewarding as it allowed me to contribute to the development of future clinicians, helping them navigate the complexities of cultural and racial dynamics in therapeutic settings. My involvement in the PPD program at ISPP was a cornerstone of my professional journey, equipping me with the tools and insights necessary to

Do you have any advice for prospective students?

As an adjunct professor and experienced clinician, one of the most significant pieces of advice I can offer to clinical psychology students is to deeply engage in the consciousness-raising process. This journey is not just about acquiring knowledge; it is about introspection and self-discovery. Embrace the opportunity to explore and unearth your core values. Understanding your values is crucial as they will guide your professional path and decision-making. To students embarking on this journey, I encourage you to immerse yourselves fully in experiences that challenge and expand your understanding of different cultural perspectives. Engage in conversations, participate in diverse groups, and be open to the discomfort that often accompanies deep self-examination. This process will not only make you a better clinician but also a more empathetic and understanding individual. As you navigate your training, take the time to identify where your passions lie and where you shine the most. Reflect on Joseph Campbell's wisdom: "Follow your bliss." Consider who you want to work with and what types of settings resonate with you. Whether it's working with marginalized communities, addressing systemic oppression, or focusing on trauma-informed care, let your values and passions guide you. For me, founding The Depth Collective was a manifestation of following my bliss. This practice centers on the needs of marginalized communities, including the Diaspora, LGBTQIA+ intersections (QTBIPOC), Neurodivergent and Gifted Folx, and BIPOC individuals. It is an affirming, anti-racist, and culturally sensitive environment that aligns with my core values of liberation, decolonization, reclamation, emplacement, emergence, and accountability. Your path in clinical psychology will be unique to you, shaped by your values and passions. Embrace the consciousness-raising process, let your values illuminate your way, and pursue the areas where you feel most alive and effective. By doing so, you will not only find fulfillment in your career but also make a profound impact on the lives of those you serve.

advocate for social justice and support marginalized communities effectively

Dr. Nadar is the recipient of the National Louis University Outstanding Dissertation Award in Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Specifically, her research focuses on the Arab-American Migrant experience.

New Core Faculty Member: Dr. Kanae Kura, PsyD VOL. 11

Dr. Kanae Kura, PsyD (She/Her) Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Kanae Kura received her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2023. After completing her internship and postdoctoral residency in an APA-accredited community mental health site in rural Indiana, she worked as an adjunct professor at The Illinois School of Professional Psychology at National Louis University. In addition to teaching as an adjunct professor at the ISPP, Dr. Kura serves as a collaborator at the ARISE (Antiracism, Resistance, Identity, Socialization, and Equity) Lab at Purdue University. Her clinical and research interests are primarily on children, families, and couples; specifically, her publications are focused on mixed-heritage children’s racial socialization, transnational families, and interracial/transnational couples’ acculturation and parenting practices. Dr. Kura’s clinical areas of expertise include intergenerational trauma, treating adults and children with severe mental illnesses with complex family trauma backgrounds. With her undergraduate degree in languages, Dr. Kura worked as an interpreter in Italian-Japanese for about 15 years. This background and experience as a linguist built a strong foundation for Dr. Kura to serve clinical populations with different cultural and linguistic backgrounds. In the new role as an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology, Dr. Kura will be teaching required and elective courses in the Child and Adolescent Track, coordinating further development of the track and courses, as well as working as a Chair for students’ dissertations.

We welcome Dr. Kura to our ISPP and NLU communities!

New Core Faculty Member: Dr. Kanae Kura, PsyD VOL. 11

Could you tell us about your transition from previous career to ISPP? I worked in community mental health before teaching at ISPP. It has been a dramatic change in many ways. Firstly, work hours – seeing patients back-to- back all day every day, following schedule charts managed by administrative staff at the clinic was my life before. Now, I can build my own schedule and work from home when I am not on campus. My family, including my four fur-babies (two dogs and two cats) are incredibly happy with my new work hours, and I am happy I get to spend more time with them. Secondly, I absolutely love having time to study for myself. When I was working at the community mental health clinic, my free time was dedicated to finishing paperwork to meet deadlines. Now I can study to expand my knowledge in my field of research or subjects I teach, allowing me to grow as a psychologist and as a teacher.

What has been the most challenging aspect of your career?

There are too many things I want to do or be part of. This degree offers so many opportunities in a variety of fields in psychology. It gives you tools to fight for social justice, for the underprivileged population, and be the voice for the voiceless. I am currently serving as a research collaborator at the ARISE (Antiracism, Resistance, Identity, Socialization, and Equity) Lab at Purdue University, and I would love to continue expanding my research to advocate interracial, intercultural, and transnational couples and families. I am currently working on establishing a network to build a free clinic in Northwest Indiana. It pained me to see my patients leave treatment because they no longer qualified for Medicaid after they got a part time position without benefits. Medical care is a human right, not a luxury. So, I am trying to find a way to provide the mental health care people deserve, without them having to worry about insurance. I have many other plans to use my degree and training background, but I only have 24 hours a day and want to spend time with my family. The balance between my career aspirations and my motherhood is always a challenge.

Dr. Kanae Kura will be teaching and leading the Child and Adolescent Concentration in the ISPP PsyD program.

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Dr. Annisa Rivers, PsyD (She/Her) Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Anissa Rivers, PsyD (she/her) graduated from Purdue University Northwest with MS in Counseling and completed her PsyD at Adler University. She is currently a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Illinois and Indiana with over 20 years of experience in community mental health settings. Her career began as a substance abuse counselor and evolved into roles as a clinical psychologist, with additional experience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. For more than a decade, she was a clinical and assessment supervisor before assuming the role of Director of Training for an APA-accredited internship program, a position she held for the last six years. Her clinical experience focused on individuals with mental health, physical health and forensic concerns, co- occurring disorders, and a history of complex trauma in underserved treatment areas. Her research interests center on characteristics of empathy and absorption in individuals who engage in role-playing games as well as clinical and training applications of role-playing and collaborative storytelling. We are thrilled to share that we have welcomed a new Director of Clinical Training and core faculty member to our ISPP community! Dr. Anissa Rivers brings with her many years of experience working in community mental health and expertise in clinical training as the former director of an APA-Accredited Internship. In addition, she continues to be actively engaged in clinical, consultation, and research work within her areas of expertise. We welcome Dr. Rivers to our ISPP and NLU communities!

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New Core Faculty Member: Dr. Christina Biedermann , PsyD

Dr. Christina Biedermann, PsyD (She/Her) Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Christina Biedermann, PsyD, ABAP, is an Associate Professor at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology at National Louis University as well as a practicing clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst. She is also Clinical Associate Faculty at the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis and board certified in assessment psychology. Dr. Biedermann attended Davidson College (Davidson, NC) as an undergraduate before pursuing doctoral training at the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology (now Williams James College, in Boston, MA), interning at the Victims of Violence Program at Cambridge Hospital/Harvard Medical School, and completing an APA-approved predoctoral internship at the Northampton Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She then went on to complete a 4-year advanced postdoctoral training program in psychoanalytic psychotherapy at the Austen Riggs Center (Stockbridge, MA). She is currently on the Editorial Board of the Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association and serves as a reviewer for Psychoanalytic Psychology and the Journal of Feminist Family Therapy . She has published and presented at national conferences on working with complex trauma, suicidality, treatment resistance, psychological assessment, and feminist advocacy, as well as lectured at the Yale Child Study Center, the Yale-Riggs Family and Infant Mental Health training program, and the New York Psychoanalytic Society and Institute. She is a member of the American Psychological Association (Divisions 35 and 39), the Illinois Psychological Association, the American Psychoanalytic Association, the International Psychoanalytic Association, the Chicago Center for Psychoanalysis, the Chicago Psychoanalytic Society, the Society for Personality Assessment, and the International Society for Rorschach and Projective Methods. Her current research interests include: Reproductive Psychology and Justice, Motherhood and Maternal Subjectivity, Gender, Women’s Mental Health Complex Trauma, Severe Psychopathology, Personality Disorders, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and Psychoanalysis. She and her students are currently engaged in several qualitative projects studying various aspect of maternal subjectivity. Dr. Biedermann brings her extensive experience working in clinical, academic, and research settings, her passion for teaching, and her investment in advocacy. We are fortunate to have her joining our program faculty. Please join me in welcoming Dr. Biedermann to our ISPP and NLU communities!

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Sarah Casey, B.A. (She/Her) ISPP Administrative Assistant

A note from Sarah:

Hello All,

I’m thrilled to be joining the ISPP team as the Admin Assistant!

I’m a graduate of Roosevelt University with a Bachelors in Psychology with a Concentration in Child & Family studies. Over the years I’ve worked with children (infant-school age) in preschool settings, as an advocate at a domestic violence shelter, and most recently as a crisis counselor in an emergency room. I truly love working with people! I am a huge reader & talking about/sharing books is one of my favorite things. When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my family (I have 5 nieces & one nephew), hanging out with friends, volunteering, and playing with my sweet Daisy-dog. I am very much looking forward to working with and getting to know you all. Please stop by (I’m sharing the office with Laura and Tina) to say Hi & please let me know if I can help in any way.

Please join me in welcoming Sarah to our ISPP and NLU communities!

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American Association of Graduate Students (APAGS)

APAGS is a division within the American Psychological Association (APA) dedicated to representing and addressing the needs of graduate students in psychology. APAGS provides resources, support, and advocacy for psychology graduate students to help them succeed in their academic and professional pursuits.

Get Involved: https://www.apa.org/apags/governance

Resources: https://www.apa.org/apags/resources

Resource Guide for Psychology Graduate Students of Color: https://www.apa.org/apags/resources/eth nic-minority-guide

Antiracism & Intersectionality and Workgroup

All are encouraged and welcome to join us as we host an open conversation on race, racism, and the intersectionality of gender and gender identity. We meet every Wednesday at 7pm CST.

LINK https://nl.zoom.us/j/92136874153

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Additional Support and Resources

Counseling & Wellness Center (122-Rm. 3013)

In crisis? Text “START” to 741-741 or call 988

They have also partnered with UWill for FREE immediate access to teletherapy, a 24/7 crisis support line, telemedicine support, and various wellness programs— all easily accessible through Uwill’s user- friendly online platform. Students receive up to 10 sessions.

NLU’s Counseling & Wellness center offers in-person and virtual session with a counseling intern or licensed clinician! This is FREE for students!

Activate your account today! Www.UWill.com

Learning Support

The Food & Hygiene Pantry (18-Rm. 526)

NLU’s Learning Support provide personalized tutoring (both virtually and onsite) in writing, math, computer science, and English-language learning (ELL/ESL support); coordinate with faculty to support student learning; host workshops and events to prepare students for major assessments; create and curate help guides and tutorials; and advocate for equitable educational access.

NLU’s food and hygiene pantry provides resources to help sutdents overcome the basic-needs barriers that impeded their academic success, physical health, and social emotional life.

HTTPS://NL.EDU/STUDENT-SERVICES/FOOD-PANTRY- AND-THRIVE-RESOURCES/CAMPUS-AND-COMMUNITY- RESOURCES/

https://nl.edu/learning-support/

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Additional Support and Resources

Help Hotlines

Help and Crisis Lifeline: 988 (Call or Text) The Trevor Project: Text 678-678 or call 866-488-7348 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 National Child Abuse Hotline: 800-422-4453 Elder Abuse Hotline: 800-252-8966 National Association of Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders: 847-831-3438 National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-HOPE National Runaway Safeline: 800-786-2929 Crime Victims Hotline (Stalking): 866-689-HELP Alcohol Abuse and Crisis Intervention: 800-234-0246 National Safe Haven Alliance Crisis Hotline: 888-510-BABY Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-8255

Looking for a therapist?

https://www.nami.org/ https://locator.apa.org/ https://openpathcollective.org/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

Thank you for reading!

ISPP @ NLU

SUMMER 2024

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