SENIOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Abisha Ebenezer is a current graduate student in the Counseling Psychology PhD program at Seton Hall University. She graduated from Temple University with her M.Ed in Counseling Psychology. She was raised between Bermuda and India, and moved to the United States as an international student in 2017 to obtain her B.Sc in Psychological and Social Sciences from Penn State University. After a year of employment as a full-time therapist, she is starting her next phase of her academic journey by pursing her PhD. Her research interests broadly focus on the experiences of historically marginalized university student populations, with a specific interest in BIPOC and international students. In her free time Abisha is spending time with her cat Artemis, going on runs, and exploring her new neighborhood in New Jersey and visiting NYC.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Maura is a 2021 Temple University alumna with a BA in Psychology. Her research interests include the role of technology and social media in the social and emotional development of children and adolescents. She aspires to work with younger populations struggling with social development, and exploring how social media spaces potentially benefit or hinder development. Outside of academics, Maura enjoys watching sports, reading mystery novels, attending concerts, and experiencing city life with friends.

SENIOR RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Allison is a second-year doctoral student in the Clinical Psychology program at The Chicago School in Washington, D.C. She graduated from Temple University in 2021 with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice. During undergrad, she participated in several research projects at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia investigating adolescent depression prevention and intervention methods in school-based settings. Currently, she is gaining clinical experience as an extern at Woodbridge Therapy Group, where she administers neuropsychological assessments and co-leads social skills therapy groups for young children. Her clinical and research interests include eating disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and child and adolescent development. Her primary theoretical orientation is cognitive-behavioral therapy, and she aims to augment the research that underpins this therapeutic approach. Outside of academia, she enjoys weightlifting, running, spending time with her partner and dogs, and biking.

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Julia is a senior majoring in Psychology. Her research interests include behavioral, physical, and social effects of Autism Spectrum Disorder and other disability diagnoses on children and adolescents throughout their lifetime. She is interested in behaviorism and social psychology, as well as clinical psychology. She is interested in expanding her research experience and is working toward a Spanish Certificate. In her free time she enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, and enjoying the outdoors.

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Fawziyah is a Temple University senior majoring in Psychology with a minor in Sociology of health. Her research interests are adolescent development, family dynamics, Cultural variations in parenting, parenting and mental health, and Attachment theory. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, watching movies, shopping, and reading!

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Mary is a junior at Temple University majoring in biology and following a pre-medical track. She is interested in research on child and adolescent psychology, mental health, and development. She more recently became interested in the impacts of sleep health on both children and adults. She enjoys working with children and hopes to find a career path in pediatric medicine after graduation. In her free time, Mary appreciates a variety of hobbies including crocheting, painting, and reading. 

UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Vy is a sophomore majoring in Psychology with a minor in Sociology at Temple University. Her academic interests include adolescent, social, and clinical psychology, behavioral therapy, and working with those with disabilities. Outside of academics she enjoys shopping, trying new cafes, arts and crafts, and cooking. After graduating she hopes to pursue a Psy.D!