Brain & Body Integration's Staff Bios
RYAN COLE, PSY.D
Dr. Ryan Cole is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. He is the president of Brain and Body Integration. He received a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2012. He started professional practice in Colorado Springs at a community mental health center before opening Brain and Body Integration (BBI). Dr. Cole specializes in performing psychological, neuropsychological, learning disorder, and autism spectrum evaluations. He also has expertise with biofeedback treatment for adults and adolescents who experience anxiety, anger, depression, and addiction.
Dawn Berry, Ph.d
Dr. Dawn M. Berry is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Colorado. She is the Chief Operating Officer and the Director of Training at Brain and Body Integration. Dr. Berry joined BBI in 2018. Dr. Berry obtained her doctorate (PhD) in clinical psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute in 2020, her master’s degree in counseling psychology in 2015, and her bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from California State University, Sacramento in 2005. When not at work, Dr. Berry enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.
Melissa Mayne, Psy.D
Dr. Melissa Mayne is a licensed psychologist. She has worked in the mental health field for 10 years. She graduated with her Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the University of the Rockies in 2019 where she specialized in neuropsychology and spent most of her training in the criminal justice system and substance abuse. Dr. Mayne joined Brain and Body Integration in 2016 and currently conducts a variety of neuropsychology and psychological evaluations. Dr. Mayne is the Director of Clinical Services at Brain and Body Integration’s Denver office location.
Daniel Montoya, Psy.d
Dr. Daniel Montoya is a licensed psychologist. He is originally from El Paso, Texas and he moved to Colorado Springs in 2011. Dr. Montoya obtained his bachelor's degree in psychology from Texas Tech University in 2010, his Masters in clinical psychology from The University of Colorado Colorado Springs in 2014, and his Doctorate degree from Ashford University in 2020. While he works with individuals of all ages and abilities, his passion is working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Montoya has worked with individuals with autism spectrum disorder in a variety of contexts for the past 15 years, including the evaluation/diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (e.g., psychotherapy, ABA therapy), and as a swim coach with USA Swimming and Special Olympics. In his free time he enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, spending time with his dogs, and caring for his many plants.
Kaitlyn Barker, Psy.D
Dr. Kaitlyn Barker is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Colorado. Dr. Barker has worked at Brain and Body Integration since 2021. Dr. Barker obtained her doctorate and master’s degrees in clinical psychology from Eastern Kentucky University, a fully APA-accredited program. She obtained her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Kentucky. Dr. Barker has trained in a VA hospital, a health psychology private practice, a university counseling center, and a university mental health clinic. Outside of work, Dr. Barker enjoys hiking, reading, photography, and spending time with pets, friends, and family.
Ashley Allen, Psy.D
Dr. Ashley Allen is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Colorado and received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Regent University. The majority of her training years were focused on neuropsychological and psychological evaluations working with those who have traumatic brain injuries, neurological insults, Alzheimer's and dementia, and ADHD. She also has significant experience testing those with severe and persistent mental illness who have been psychiatrically hospitalized. She completed her post-doctoral fellowship at Front Range Treatment Center. At Front Range she conducted Dialectical and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies and completed intensive training in DBT. She also has extensive experience in CBT, mindfulness, and self-compassion. Outside of work, you can find her playing with her dog, taking care of her substantial plant collection, hiking, camping, and snowshoeing.
Heather L. Horton, PhD
Dr. Horton is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She received a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from the Kent State University in 2001. She has expertise in child development, learning styles and disabilities, mental health challenges and disabilities, trauma processes, treatment, and healing. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her family and engaging in creative woodworking projects.
Debbi Johns, Psy.D
Deborah Johns earned a doctorate in clinical psychology in 1997 from Fuller Theological Seminary, Graduate School of Psychology in California. She has experience working with severely mentally ill adults and teens, chronic pain patients, brain and spinal cord injuries, abused children and teens, and special needs children and their families. She completed a pre-doctoral internship in East Los Angeles at Roybal Family Mental Health Clinic in 1995-97 and then raised four children with her husband. Deborah taught psychology at the college level and substitute taught at all levels of the school system. She completed a postdoctoral internship with Brain and Body Integration in 2020 and became a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Colorado in 2021. She performs neurodevelopmental, neuropsychological, psychological, and cognitive and learning evaluations. She also maintains a private practice, Mind Peace Endeavors.
megan houk, psy.d
Dr. Megan L. Houk is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Colorado and received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland. Her training focused on the treatment and assessment of children and adults, and she has worked within a veteran-specific population for many years. She specializes in evaluation neuropsychological and psychological disorders, particularly when co-occurring substance use is a factor for a client’s challenges. She completed her internship at the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital in Asheville, NC, and continued post-doctoral training at the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital in Roanoke, VA. She currently treats veterans in an outpatient clinical setting. She specializes in evidenced based treatment for an array of psychological challenges, including CPT, PE/COPE, WET, CBT SUD, Relapse Prevention, and DBT. Dr. Houk is also a veteran of the United States Air Force. Outside of work, she competes in Olympic Weightlifting, loves and spoils her dogs beyond recognition, and gets outside to enjoy a hike or water as often as possible.
Jeff Glenn, Psy.D
Dr. Jeffrey Glenn is a licensed psychologist at Brain and Body Integration. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from the University of Michigan. He received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Glenn has trained at the Disability Services Office at Occidental College and the Los Angeles LGBT Center Mental Health Clinic. He has worked at the Brain and Body Integration Denver location since 2021. He enjoys spending time with his husband, reading about history, and exploring Colorado.
Alaina Neale, Phd
Dr. Alaina Neale is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Colorado. She received her Doctorate of Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver and her Masters in School Psychology from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Neale joined BBI in 2025 and performs a variety of psychological and neuropsychological evaluations with children and adults. Her professional experience includes working as a licensed school psychologist in the public school system, providing mental health therapy within the criminal justice system, and conducting forensic evaluations for juveniles and adults. In her free time, Dr. Neale enjoys spending time with her children and dogs, attending concerts, enjoying nature, and traveling the world.
Valentina Postorino, PhD
Valentina Postorino is a licensed psychologist. She has a PhD in Clinical and Developmental psychology. She received her doctoral training at the University of Rome “La Sapienza” (Italy). She completed two years of research fellowship at the Children's Hospital Bambino Gesù (Italy) during which she developed specific expertise in the area of neurodevelopmental disorders. She also completed two years of postdoctoral fellowship at Emory University, Marcus Autism Center, NIH center of Excellence for Autism. This fellowship provided her with extensive training in various screening and diagnostic measures for individuals with developmental disabilities (e.g., ADOs-2, ADI-R). Furthermore, she is a Research Manager/Clinical Instructor at the University of Colorado, Department of Pediatrics, JFK Partners.
ashley puga, phd
Ashley Puga, PhD is a postdoctoral intern at the Colorado Springs office. She obtained her Master of Science in Psychology in 2021 from Walden University and her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Walden University in 2026. Before coming to BBI, she completed her practicum in a private practice setting administering assessments. Ashley worked in a community mental health center doing crisis work for about three years. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family (including her fur babies) and attending live events such as concerts or sporting games.
Edward zacca, Psy.D
Dr. Edward Zacca is a postdoctoral fellow at Brain and Body Integration. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Florida International University in 2013. He then attended Carlos Albizu University, an APA accredited program, where he earned his Master of Arts degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2015, Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology in 2017, and his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a focus in neuropsychology in 2020. Dr. Zacca has been employed at Brain and Body Integration since 2020 and has experience performing psychological, neuropsychological, and learning disorder evaluations.
Siena K. Tugendrajch, Ph.D
Dr. Siena K. Tugendrajch is a licensed clinical psychologist in Colorado. She received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2022 and completed postdoctoral fellowships at the University of Michigan and the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Tugendrajch has long been passionate about providing high quality metal health assessment and treatment services to youth and their families. Like many Coloradans, outside of work Dr. Tugendrajch enjoys hiking and yoga.
Winter Johnston, Ph.d
Dr. Winter D. Johnston is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Colorado. She received her doctorate degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago, Illinois. Her adult assessment experience includes conducting evaluations for ADHD, personality disorders, serious mental illness, learning disorders, and cognitive changes. She has previous experience in the assessment of children for academic achievement and gifted cognitive abilities. Dr. Johnston has trained in a variety of settings comprised of an outpatient neuropsychology office, the Chicago public school system, academic medical centers, and several Veterans Affairs hospitals. She completed her internship at the VA Medical Center in Syracuse, NY and continued post-doctoral training at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX. Her therapy expertise encompasses treating a wide variety of mental health disorders with evidence-based practices, such as CBT, ACT, DBT, CPT, and ERP. When not at work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, taking strenuous hikes, climbing via ferratas, and traveling.
eval pastalkova, Ph.d
Dr. Eva Pastalkova is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Colorado, New York, and Virginia. Dr. Pastalkova joined BBI in 2024. Dr. Pastalkova obtained her doctorate (PhD) in clinical psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, Carpinteria, CA in 2022. I addition, Dr. Pastalkova obtained a doctorate in Neuroscience from the Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic in 2003, a master’s degree in neurobiology from the Charles University in 1999, and a bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from the Charles University in 1994. When not at work, Dr. Pastalkova enjoys running and skiing with her friends in the Rocky Mountains.
Maral safavi, psy.d
Dr. Maral Safavi is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Colorado. She earned her Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2013, and has worked in the behavioral health field since that time. She began by providing in-home ABA therapy to children with autism, before deciding to pursue further education and training in the mental health field. She completed a Master’s degree in clinical psychology in 2018, before earning her doctorate in clinical psychology in 2023, both from the APA accredited School of Professional Psychology at Spalding University in Louisville, KY. During her doctoral training, she provided a mix of therapy and evaluation services in a variety of settings, including community mental health, private practice, college counseling, and residential treatment, working with clients from diverse backgrounds, across the lifespan. She went on to complete an APA accredited predoctoral internship at the Northeastern Oklahoma Psychology Internship Program, and a postdoctoral fellowship in integrated behavioral health at a local community health center here in Aurora, CO. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the great outdoors, walking dogs at a local animal shelter, and competing in pub trivia with her partner and friends.
Richard berry, Phd
Richard Berry is a clinical psychology post-doctoral intern at the Colorado Springs office. Richard obtained his bachelor’s degree in psychology while serving on active duty with the US Air Force. After 24 years of service, he retired from the USAF and obtained his master’s degree in counseling psychology. Now, he is pursuing his PhD in clinical psychology with Pacifica Graduate Institute in Carpinteria, CA. Richard enjoys traveling, spending time with his family, and fly fishing.
Brian Sterba, MA
Brian Sterba is a predoctoral intern at the Denver location. He is currently enrolled in Adler University’s Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) with an Emphasis in Neuropsychology program. Prior to joining the team at BBI, Brian gained several years of clinical experience completing his practicum at a private practice, a neuropsychology-focused private practice, an outpatient mental health hospital, and a college counseling center. Brian provided clinical services to individuals of all ages and walks of life with clinical concerns ranging from neurodegenerative disease and academic challenges to mood and anxiety concerns. In his free time, Brian enjoys playing basketball, flag football, and snowboarding. He is a fan of the NBA and the Chicago Bulls.
Ashley Wurster, BA
Ashley Wurster is an intern at Brain & Body Integration. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology at the University of Northern Iowa and is currently working towards her PsyD in Clinical Psychology at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She has a particular interest in severe and persistent mental illnesses and is doing her dissertation on the stigmatization of schizophrenia episode patterns. Outside of work and school, she enjoys spending time with her little dachshund Bella, playing video games, attending musical theatre performances, and building LEGO sets.
Rebecca Patterson, mA
Rebecca Patterson is a psychometrician at the Colorado Springs Office. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Global Studies from Colorado Christian University in 2003, followed by her Master of Arts in Counseling in 2011. She is currently completing her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Capella University. Before starting at Brain and Body Integration, Rebecca worked in several fields, including offering bilingual (Spanish/English) services in private practice, medical interpreting, and teaching undergraduate psychology courses. Rebecca enjoys spending time with her friends and family and trying out new coffee shops around town.
JOYCE SASSER
Joyce Sasser is an Administrative Assistant at Brain and Body Integration. Joyce enjoys helping people when she can, and she loves spending time with her family and two boys. She enjoys building and remodeling things, as well as being outdoors. She has a lot of experience in many different fields of work.
Theresa Small
Theresa Small is an Administrative Assistant at Brain and Body Integration. She is also a Colorado Springs native. She appreciates the beauty that the city offers. Theresa strives to deliver excellent customer service with empathy and respect to all. Spending time with her children is of upmost importance. Not to mention, her motto in life is to, “Do unto others as you want done to yourself." She also has a great love for animals.
Candice villareal
Candice is an administrative assistant at Brain and Body Integration. She is a Denver native. She loves spending time with family and friends, and with her dog Kobe. Candice also enjoys listening to music and going to concerts.
Brittney Aiona
Brittney started as an intern out of high school for a pharmaceutical manufacturing company where she carried out various tasks and quickly became a process operator. After getting married, she became a stay at home mom to take care of her growing family. While at home, Brittney started and managed her own small business. She returned to the work force in August of 2018 as an administrative assistant at Achieve Whole Recovery and began work at Brain and Body Integration in 2023. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and animals, watching NASCAR, and supporting her kids in 4-H.
Julie Wheeler, MS
Julie Wheeler is an administrative assistant at Brain and Body Integration. She has her Bachelors Degree in Psychology, and her Masters in Education. Julie is a former Kindergarten teacher and has also worked as an administrative assistant for various companies. She is excited to be a staff member at Brain and Body Integration. She always strives to give clients a warm experience when they come into the office. Julie enjoys reading, playing the flute in her church worship band, and spending time with her family.
Chelsie fitzgerald
Chelsie has a Medical Assistant Certificate and has been working in the Medical field for 15 years. She is also pursing a degree in Psychology. Outside of work she is an active member at Friendship Baptist church and loves spending time with her grandson.
Mercedes Suavé, MA
Mercedes Sauvé, MA, is a doctoral intern at the Colorado Springs office. Mercedes earned her Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology in 2022 from The Chicago School New Orleans, and is currently completing her Clinical PsyD there. She completed her dissertation which explored masculinity in women and its relationship to their self-perceptions of power. Prior to joining Brain and Body Integration, Mercedes completed practicum experiences in private practices under prescribing psychologists and focusing on obsessive compulsive and other anxiety-related disorders. During her free time, Mercedes enjoys snuggling her fur babies, reading, and playing videogames.
Marlinda King, MA, NCC
Marlinda King is a predoctoral intern at BBI’s Denver office. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Michigan, and a National Certified Counselor as recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors. Marlinda earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from York College in New York, and her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Andrews University in Michigan. Marlinda is in her final year of the Counseling Psychology Ph.D. program at Andrews University, where she completed practicum training in both a university counseling center and a private practice setting. With more than 10 years of clinical experience, Marlinda has provided assessments, psychotherapy, and career services to a diverse client population. Marlinda has a passion for assessment as it provides a comprehensive understanding of a person’s level of functioning, and findings can be used to aid treatment planning to target areas of difficulty in a person’s functioning. Outside of work and school, Marlinda enjoys traveling and exploring different cultures.
Dustin Burton, Ma
Dustin Burton, MA, is a predoctoral intern at the Colorado Springs office. Dustin earned his Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology in 2022 from Fielding Graduate University, and is currently completing his Clinical PhD there. Prior to joining Brain and Body Integration, Dustin completed practicum experience under the supervision of licensed clinical psychologists in a private practice setting specializing in anxiety-related disorders, and also saw diverse clinical presentations. Additionally, he spent several years working as a clinician primarily administering biofeedback and EEG neurofeedback to help clients build lasting stress resilience. During his free time, Dustin enjoys traveling, playing golf, working out, and spending time with his family.
Sydney Juzdowski, BS
Sydney Juzdowski, BS is a predoctoral intern at the Colorado Springs location. Originally from Buffalo, New York, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in 2020 from Canisius University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at D'Youville University. Prior to joining BBI, Sydney gained clinical experience through practicum placements in diverse settings, including an inpatient psychiatric center, a private practice in Canada, and a hospital-based outpatient clinic working with children. In her free time, she enjoys staying active, reading fantasy novels, and traveling.
Logan Guillory, B.S.
Logan Guillory is a Predoctoral Intern at Brain and Body Integration. He earned his B.S. in Psychology from McNeese State University and is currently completing his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of Texas at Tyler with an emphasis in neuropsychology. Throughout his training, Logan has worked in a variety of clinical settings, providing assessment services, consultation, and support to patients and families across the lifespan. His clinical interests include neuropsychological assessment, cognitive aging, neurodegenerative conditions, and diagnostic clarification. Logan enjoys cooking, spending time outdoors, working with livestock, and keeping up with his favorite sports teams.
Andrew Huh, MA
Andrew Huh is a predoctoral intern at the Denver office. He is completing his PsyD in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School, Los Angeles, with an emphasis in neuropsychology. His dissertation research examined the relationships between cognitive reserve, acculturation, and cognitive functioning among older Korean immigrant adults, with clinical implications for culturally competent neuropsychological assessment. Andrew has experience conducting neuropsychological, psychological, and forensic evaluations for neurodegenerative conditions, TBI, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disorders, and differential diagnosis across a range of settings, including outpatient neurology referrals, general private practice referrals, and attorney-appointed evaluations for personal injury cases. His practicum training includes a college counseling center, general private practices, and a neuropsychology-focused private practice. He has also provided individual and group therapy to clients across the lifespan, addressing neurodevelopmental, personality, mood, and anxiety concerns. In his free time, Andrew enjoys gaming on his custom-built PC and watching his favorite Los Angeles sports teams.
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Isabella Hsu, MA
Isabelle (Yu-Ching) Hsu, M.Psy., is a doctoral intern at the Denver location. Originally from Taiwan, she is currently completing her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology at George Washington University. Isabelle earned a bachelor's degree in Visual Arts and Psychology from the University of British Columbia and a master's degree in Professional Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. She also completed a Post-Master's Certificate in Art Therapy at Thomas Jefferson University. Prior to joining BBI, Isabelle worked in community mental health and outpatient settings, providing therapy to children, adults, and older adults from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Isabelle sees psychological assessment as a valuable tool for understanding an individual's unique experiences and providing meaningful insights that inform diagnosis and treatment. In her free time, she enjoys K-pop, watching TV shows, and spending time with family and friends.
Fiona Ding, MS
Fiona (Lu) Ding is a Clinical Psychology Intern at the Colorado Springs office. Fiona received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Vassar College in 2017 and her Master of Science in Professional Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania in 2019. She is currently completing her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at Pepperdine University. Fiona has experience providing psychotherapy and psychological assessment across private practice, school, and community mental health. Over the past two years, she has specialized in pediatric neuropsychological assessment in children’s hospital settings. Outside of work, Fiona enjoys traveling, photography, music and movies, and spending time with friends and their fur babies.
Seja Saddy, MS, MA
Seja (she/her or they/them) is a pre-doctoral intern supervised by Dr. Winter Johnston. She is completing her Clinical Psychology PhD at Palo Alto University with emphases in Diversity and Community Mental Health and LGBTQ+ Psychology. Seja completed her undergraduate education at UC San Diego in Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience and earned a master’s degree in Psychology at Touro University. Seja has provided affirming and trauma-informed care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults in a variety of settings, including schools, community clinics, and private practice. In her free time, Seja loves spending time with friends and family, reading novels, and fostering kittens through her local animal shelter.
Paulina Catalan, MA
Paulina Catalan, M.A is a pre-doctoral intern at the Colorado Springs location. Paulina is from California currently pursuing a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at California Baptist University. Paulina has received clinical training in community mental health settings, where she has worked with diverse populations providing psychotherapy and conducting psychological assessments. Her clinical interests include working with children and their families, with a particular interest in supporting children on the autism spectrum. She is passionate about pursuing specialized training in neuropsychological and neurodevelopmental assessment. Outside of her clinical training, Paulina enjoys reading, traveling, baking, and spending time with her family.
Kory Hardcastle MS, MA
Kory Hardcastle is a doctoral student in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University Seattle and recently completed a post-doctoral program in Clinical Psychopharmacology at The Chicago School. He holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Seattle, a Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology from The Chicago School, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, with a minor in Sociology, from Washington State University. Kory’s clinical training spans community mental health, working with at-risk youth and families at Therapeutic Health Services, and therapeutic school-based services for children and adolescents with learning and developmental challenges at New Horizon School. His research interests include pediatric neuropsychology, disorders of consciousness, and Theory of Mind, with work presented at a national conference, nominated for best in-conference, and published in peer-reviewed journals. Whenever there is free time and capacity, he likes going to concerts, spending time with his cats, watching shows, and picking up hobbies at random (like the unfinished soldering project he’s had for almost a year).
Corin Harrison, MA
Corin Harrison is an intern at the Colorado Springs location. She is enrolled in the Chicago School’s Doctor of Psychology in clinical psychology program. She has gained experience through externships in private practice. Corin has provided care for individuals at all stages of life. She has a particular interest in geropsychology and neurodegenerative disease. She has treated clients with various concerns ranging from anxiety and mood disorders to progressive neurological disorders. Corin enjoys seeing live bands, playing darts, and camping.
Talya Bedford, MA
Talya Bedford is a pre-doctoral intern at Brain and Body Integration. Originally from New England, she received her undergraduate degree at Brandeis University and is currently completing her doctorate in Clinical Psychology at George Washington University. Talya has experience working in diverse clinical settings including a college counseling center, a residential setting, a community mental health center, and a private practice. She is particularly interested in treatment of severe and complex mental illness for individuals throughout the lifespan. Additionally, she is interested in use of psychological assessment to help guide patients’ treatments and inform life choices. Outside of training, Talya loves seeing concerts, playing music, hiking, and baking.
Michelle Tokar, M.A., Ed.M.
Michelle Tokar is a predoctoral intern at the Colorado Springs office. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (PsyD) at William James College, with a focus on health psychology and working with children and families facing adversity. She holds a Master of Arts in Professional Psychology from William James College and a Master of Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Her clinical training spans therapy, neuropsychological assessment, and integrated behavioral health across hospital, outpatient, and school-based settings, with particular interests in pediatric psychology and neurodevelopmental conditions. She recently completed her dissertation examining disparities in timing of autism diagnosis by race, insurance type, and provider pathway. Michelle recently relocated to Colorado Springs and is looking forward to exploring the mountains. In her free time, she enjoys baking and cooking from scratch, hiking, traveling, photography, and spending time with her dog Benji.