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Unveiling The Multidimensional Impact Of Sex Trafficking: Insights From Survivors, Claudia G. Interiano-Shiverdecker, Devon E. Romero, John J. S. Harrichand, Jessica Martin, David J. Thompson

Trauma Counseling and Resilience

This transcendental phenomenological study delves into the lived experiences of 10 women who experienced sex trafficking. Through in-depth individual interviews, participants unveiled a narrative marked by coercion, manipulation, and multifaceted abuse. Despite variations in the duration and onset of their ordeals, participants uniformly expressed the profound and lasting impact of sex trafficking across numerous facets of their lives. Psychological distress, physical ailments, disrupted vocational trajectories, strained relationships, and spiritual upheaval were recurrent themes, illustrating the pervasive nature of their trauma. This research highlights the urgent necessity for holistic support and intervention strategies tailored to the intricate and multidimensional needs of …

Teachers’ Perceptions Of Risk Factors, Protective Factors, And Intervention Strategies For School Shooters, Emily Michelle Hudson

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

Over 1,000 lives have been lost in school shootings in the United States. Many school shooters are current or former students ages 12 to 18, predisposed to risk factors (e.g., mental illness, bullying, trauma). Teachers have a crucial role in school safety, but their voices are underrepresented regarding school shooting interventions. Guided by the social ecological model, this generic qualitative research explored teachers’ perspectives of the risk factors, protective factors, and intervention strategies for school shootings. Data were collected through semistructured interviews with 10 secondary education teachers from various states in the United States. The collected data were then thematically …

Leadership Strategies For Navigating The Integration Of Physical And Behavioral Healthcare, Seán David Mclawhorn

Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies

The separation of physical and behavioral healthcare and a dominant medical model have left a void in practice and research, especially pertaining to the leadership strategies necessary to integrate the two forms of care in college campus healthcare clinics. This is especially important given the rise of mental health concerns on and off college campuses. Without integration, there are missed opportunities for care delivery, in general, and a missed opportunity for the provision of care to individuals who historically have not accessed physical and behavioral healthcare at equivalent rates as other populations. The subject of care integration is addressed in …

Anhedonic Features In Effort-Related Reward Processing, Harold Alexander Rocha

USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Emerging evidence suggests that distinct stages of reward processing uniquely contribute to psychological traits linked to anhedonia, a core mood-disorder symptom characterized by diminished enjoyment of pleasure. However, the relationship between reward-processing stages and dispositional traits related to mood and anhedonia remains unclear. The present study investigated interindividual reward processing differences in a healthy college sample (n = 83) using self-report measures and event-related brain potentials (ERPs) indexing anticipatory and consummatory subprocesses across high- and low-effort conditions using a recently developed effort-doors task. The goal of the study was first to replicate the original ERP experimental effects of the task …

Fostering Interconnectedness And Belonging Within Diverse Communities Through Humanistic And Afro-Centered Perspectives, Courtney Cabell, Jasmine Perin

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

In today’s increasingly diverse yet fragmented society, individuals with traditionally marginalized identities face pervasive disconnection that profoundly affects psychological well-being. This roundtable explores culturally relevant therapeutic interventions rooted in Humanistic and Afro-centered principles, underscoring the critical need for community-oriented strategies that promote belonging and resilience by examining barriers to connection.

Systematic Review Of Arab American Emerging Adults Mental Health, Sahar Al-Tweej, Sarah Kiperman

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

This systematic review examines psychosocial factors influencing mental health in Arab American emerging adults, identifying both protective and risk factors. Utilizing minority stress theory, it highlights key determinants such as ethnic identity, religious involvement, and discrimination. Findings emphasize the need for culturally sensitive interventions to address mental health disparities

Dbt-Art Telehealth Skills Groups With Black Women, Karisse Callender, Callie Koziol

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

This study piloted a culturally relevant, integrative DBT-Art intervention via telehealth with two Black women using a single-case research design. Findings showed increased mindfulness, self-compassion, and emotion regulation. Participants discussed telehealth's accessibility benefits, emphasizing the need for innovative, multidisciplinary approaches to improve mental health services for marginalized groups.

The Role Of Coping Strategies On Acculturative Stress, Depression, And Anxiety In An Arab Community, Laura Torio, Khadeja Najjar, Ilya Yaroslavsky

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

This study explores acculturative stress (AS), coping strategies (CS), and mental health in Arab immigrants (N=68). Results show that avoidant-CS are linked to depression and anxiety, while problem-focused-CS are protective. Age correlated with CS and mental health outcomes. Interventions addressing avoidant-CS could improve mental health in minority populations.

R.E.A.C.T.: Relationship Efficacy And Complex Trauma, Mandilyn Graham

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Research on complex trauma has expanded our understanding of the impact of repeated exposure to maltreatment and adversity in childhood or adolescence on adult mental health outcomes. Despite this expansion of knowledge, there is still much to explore on the impact of complex trauma throughout the lifespan as researchers and clinicians work to craft interventions that address the impacts of complex trauma. Given the notable and heightened impact of childhood exposure to adversity among African Americans, this population may be especially prone to experience relational difficulties later in life. The proposed phenomenological study seeks to further explore the impact of …

Counseling Psychology In Action: Community-Rooted Solutions For Mental Health Equity In Lmics, Madeleine Reardon Ms, Kali Rickertsen Bs, Mackenzie Jenuwine Ms, Francesca Pernice Phd

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Mental health disparities in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) are driven by systemic inequities, limited access to care, and pervasive stigma. This is evident in Bungoma County, Kenya, where in 2023, one psychiatrist served over 1.6 million people, and 78.2% of residents experienced a psychotic or mood disorder in their lifetime (Kisiang’ani et al., 2023). Despite this prevalence, access to consistent treatment and medications remains limited, leaving families to take on caregiving roles without adequate resources or support. The World Health Organization (WHO) has emphasized the need for accessible, community-based mental health solutions to bridge these gaps, particularly in underserved …

Strong Black Women Schema: Sexual Assault, Identity, Mental Health Outcomes, Ishara Jean-Francois, Cassandra Hinger, Kelly Yu-Hsin Liao

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Sexual violence is a significant issue that is affecting the Black community, and it is leading to negative mental health outcomes for Black women (Zounlome et al., 2019). The proposed study will examine on the Strong Black Women Schema and aspects of identity following sexual violence.

The Psychological And Clinical Implications Of Digital Media Consumption, Julianna Carpenetti M.Ed.

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

With digital media, technology, and the Internet becoming staples of daily life, it is critical for counseling psychologists to better understand problematic digital media usage and “Internet addiction.” I investigated the psychological implications of digital media usage, provided recommendations for clinical practice, and identified future directions for empirical study.

Analyzing Accessible Mental Health Resources For Black Americans In Rural Communities And The Benefits Of Utilizing Telehealth, Jordan Woods

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

This systematic literature review was conducted to assess mental health resources available for rural Black Americans. Numerous databases were used to collect articles published between the years 2009 and 2024, with the majority of findings suggesting improvement in mental health outcomes among the population with the inclusion of telehealth.

Mindful Journaling With Women Health Science Graduate Students, Callie Koziol, Karisse Callender

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

This N=1 study explored the effects of mindful journaling on stress, mindfulness, and self-compassion with one woman enrolled in a health-science graduate program. A single case research design was conducted to observe the efficacy and impact of a 4-week mindful-journaling intervention for changes across levels of mindfulness, self-compassion, and stress.

Invited Keynote Speaker: Feeling Like A Fraud: The Impostor Phenomenon And Mental Health, Kevin Cokley

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Dr. Kevin Cokley's Keynote Address

Division 17 President Conversation Hour With Students, Mel Wilcox Phd

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Division 17 President Conversation Hour with Students

Remembrance Of Dr. Suzette L. Speight, Colleagues Of Dr. Speight

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Remembrance of Dr. Suzette L. Speight

Invited Keynote Speaker: Division 17 Presidential Keynote Address: Advancing A Critical Counseling Psychology, Mel M. Wilcox Phd

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Dr. Mel Wilcox's Invited Keynote Speech

Lunch Begins At St. Andrews Hall, Lunch Time

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Lunch begins at St. Andrews Hall

Conference Moves To St. Andrews Hall Via Anthony Wayne Drive For Mid-Day Activities, Including Lunch., Transition To St. Andrews Hall For Mid-Day Activities, Including Lunch

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Conference moves to St. Andrew's Hall via Anthony Wayne Drive for Mid-Day Activities, including Lunch.

Campus transportation available to and from St. Andrews Hall by request.

Preparing For Trump 2.0: Serving Targeted Populations In Clinical Practice, Fern Pinkston Psyd, Caleb Chadwick Phd

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

With the arrival of a second Trump administration, the responsibility to those who have entrusted us with their care is more salient than ever. Roundtable attendees will identify pitfalls and best practices in marketing and documentation; the role of systems; and channels for consultation as challenges arise.

Resilience And Critical Consciousness Among Amena And Muslim College Students In Times Of Crisis, Fatima Charara Ba Disability Studies And Psychology, Dr. Loubna Alkhayat Ph.D In Counselor Education And Supervision, Lpc, Noor Az Zahraa Khachab Ba Honours Psychology With Thesis, Elaria Hissy Ba Honours Psychology With Thesis, Nour Yassine Ba Honours Psychology With Thesis

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

AMENA and Muslim American college students navigate systemic barriers, discrimination, and dual cultural pressures, intensified by current geopolitical tensions. Grounded in ecological systems and critical consciousness theories, this discussion explores resilience through meaning-making, cultural values, and social support. It emphasizes integrating critical consciousness into counseling to foster advocacy and systemic change.

Tcib: A Culture-Specific Bid Treatment For Black Gay Men, Gabriel Delong, Sarah Ashar Kiperman Phd

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Black gay men experience culture-specific stressors that contribute to body image dissatisfaction and adverse mental health outcomes. This workshop allows participants to discover a novel evidence-based video series normed specifically with Black gay teens and young adults. Participants will engage in discussion and practice the included therapeutic skills.

Culturally Adapted Therapies For Working With Black Americans Experiencing Internalized Oppression, Dennis Andra Brown Jr., Courtney Cabell

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

During this roundtable, participants will discuss the effects of internalized oppression on Black Americans and their psychological well-being. This roundtable will address cultural adaptations of therapeutic interventions, from a social justice lens, for working with Black Americans experiencing internalized oppression.

The Mediation Effect Of White Racial Affect On Color-Blind Racial Attitudes And Multicultural Counseling Competence, Noah Schieffer Scanlon

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Racial bias is something that can impact many fields, including the field of psychology. There is growing research in examining the relationship between multicultural counseling competence and color-blind racial attitudes as well as other factors like White racial affect Few studies have examined the potential mediating relationship White racial affect may have on color-blind racial attitudes and multicultural counseling competence. To address this gap, this study provides insight into how White racial affect mediates the relationship between color-blind racial attitudes and multicultural counseling competence among white psychology trainees. This study also further examined the extent to which color-blind racial attitudes …

An Examination Of Early Termination From Trauma-Focused Treatment For Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: A Literature Review And Mixed Methods Study Proposal, Laura M. Lathrop

Graduate School of Professional Psychology: Doctoral Papers and Masters Projects

The high rate of early termination from evidence-based, trauma-focused psychotherapy treatments for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) impedes maximum benefit from trauma-focused treatment, making it an on-going concern for clinicians. This paper consists of a literature review regarding the problem of early termination from evidence-based, trauma-focused treatment for PTSD in adults. It then proposes a mixed methods study to investigate re-engaging veterans in trauma-focused PTSD treatment, analyzing completion rates, and evaluating participants’ experience using qualitative interviews.

Great Lakes Social Hour, Great Lakes Social Hour

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Great Lakes Social Hour

Community Conversation, Community Lakes Conversation

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Great Lakes Counseling Psychology Community Conversation

Invited Speaker Keynote Address: Advancing Science And Our Collective Impact During Turbulent Political Times, Ezemenari M. Obasi Phd

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Dr. Ezemenari Obasi's Keynote Speech

Understanding Competition Among Doctoral-Level Psychology Students, Marykate T. Godinez, Dallann A. Johnson

Great Lakes Regional Counseling Psychology Conference

Health service psychology doctoral students face competition for admission, funding, resources, and clinical placements. However, competition remains an understudied component of these programs. This roundtable discussion will examine the possible factors influencing competition among doctoral psychology students, as well as the possible pros and cons of competition within program environments.