About Me

Licenses

• - Licensed Psychologist (Texas License #34125)
• - Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (Texas License Number #33864)

Education

• - PhD in School Psychology from The University of Texas at Austin
• - Masters in Educational Psychology from The University of Texas at Austin
• - Bachelors degree in Psychology from Hope International University

Professional Experience

My educational training focused on the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents. Accordingly, after graduating from UT, I have pursued a career working with youth. I spent my internship providing psychological services at an in-patient detention facility in Rockdale, Texas. I had the opportunity to provide therapeutic services with a diverse adolescent population, complete psychological and forensic assessments, and consult with state agencies and probation departments. Next, I was employed for three years at Georgetown Independent School District as a Special Education Counselor. My primary responsibilities were providing therapeutic services to children and helping schools meet the mental health needs of their students. I also completed psychological / psycho-educational assessments to determine eligibility for special education services. I feel as though I garnered a strong understanding of how school systems work and enjoy working with children and families to enhance students' educational experiences. In 2009 I iniated a therapy and assessment practice in the community. Starting in the summer of 2010 I transitioned to a full time private practice in Austin. I sincerely enjoy my work as a psychologist and consider myself fortunate to work in a field where I can make a difference in the lives of children and families.

The following are some additional facts about my professional training and experiences:

• - Experience with psycho-educational, affective, and neuropsychological assessment
• - Experience with cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, play-based, and family therapy
• - Therapist in a treatment program researching depression in adolescent girls
• - Leader of social skills groups for children with autism spectrum disorders
• - Leader of bully interventions with middle school students
• - Member of the American Psychology Association (APA)
• - Member of the Society for Personality Assessment (SPA)
• - Member of the Austin Group Psychotherapy Society (AGPS)
• - Member of the Capital Area Psychological Association
• - Multiple publications and presentations at professional conferences

Personal Bio

I grew up in Southern California. As a youth I was very involved in sports and I played basketball competitively through the collegiate level. I continue to be an avid sports fan and enjoy playing recreationally. I met my wife during college and we were married shortly after I graduated. We moved to Austin in 2002. I have come to love the Austin area and consider myself a transplant Texan at this point. Our family got a little bigger in 2010, as we were blessed with our first child.