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Psychology Faculty
Purdue Global Leadership

Miranda Brand is the dean and vice president of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and School of Aviation at Purdue Global. Brand's areas of expertise are in leadership development, industry partnerships, faculty mentoring and new program development. As dean, Brand oversees more than 700 faculty members across 45 academic programs and five academic departments. She also cultivates the more than 1,000 college-industry partnerships that the college maintains. Brand’s experience in education allows her to focus on student success while serving almost 11,000 students who are pursuing degrees at the doctoral, master’s, bachelor’s, associate and certificate levels.
Since 2011, Brand has served as the associate dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. In this role, she facilitated the development and launch of twelve degree programs in the college, served on numerous university cross-functional action teams to promote institutional improvements and worked with then Dean Sander for over a decade to create and implement a strong college-industry partnership program for students and employer partners. Additionally, she has served in faculty and department chair positions within the college since joining the University in 2006. Prior professional experience includes 20 years of public education service in various roles including teacher, curriculum coordinator, district staff development presenter, and school administrator.
Education: EdD, Nova Southeastern University; MA, Educational Leadership, Fayetteville State University; BS, Education, Methodist University
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Bridget Rivera is the associate dean and has served as the psychology department chair since 2019 at Purdue Global. She joined the University in 2009 as an adjunct instructor, and then worked as a full time faculty member from 2014-2019. Prior to joining Purdue Global, she worked in a variety of mental health settings, including private practice, community mental health and inpatient treatment centers.
Education: Education PsyD, California School of Professional Psychology; MA, California School of Professional Psychology; BA, University of California, Santa Cruz
Certifications: Licensed Psychologist, Florida Qualified Supervisor, Master Addiction Counselor (MAC)
Publications: Viglione, D. J., & Rivera, B. (2013). Assessing personality and psychopathology with projective tests. In I. B. Weiner (Series Ed.) & J. R. Graham & J. A. Naglieri ( Vol. Ed.), Handbook of Psychology: Vol. 10 Assessment Psychology 2nd ed. New York: Wiley.
Rivera, B. & Viglione, D.J. (2010). Conceptualizing children’s interpersonal relatedness utilizing the Rorschach: A qualitative multiple case study. Journal of Personality Assessment, 92 (5) 377-389.
Honors and Achievements: 2020 Outstanding Leadership Award from the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, 2010 Martin Mayman Award for distinguished contribution to the literature, awarded from Society of Personality Assessment
Memberships: American Psychological Association, Division I Member (APA); Society for Personality Assessment (SPA); The Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
Research Interests: Psychological assessment, specifically the Rorschach, cultural competence and eating disorders
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Tessa Holst currently serves as the assistant dean of students within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences where she oversees and generates initiatives to develop student engagement and improve student retention. She is also responsible for problem identification and resolution for second-level student complaints and conflicts. Prior to her current role, Holst served as the graduation director and event planner within the Provost Office. She was responsible for bi-annual graduation event ceremonies, celebrations, and faculty retreats. She has worked in higher education for over 25 years and recently completed her second term as school board member for her local school district, having served for 4 years as president.
Education: MS, Kaplan University (now Purdue Global)
Honors and Achievements: 2017 Social and Behavioral Sciences Outstanding Non-Academic Support Team Award (Kaplan University), 2005 Hero Award (Kaplan University), 2003 Extra Mile Award (Kaplan Higher Education)
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April Hrabar has been with Purdue Global since 2020 as an instructor with the School of Nursing. Before joining the Purdue Global team, Hrabar was the administrator of an online undergraduate health sciences program and the senior leader of a multi-leveled nursing department. In her 15 years’ experience in higher education, she has focused on adult and non-traditional learners, online instruction, program development and expansion, and institutional and programmatic accreditation.
As part of her passion for connecting students with global initiatives, she was previously the founder and executive director of an organization providing aid and medical care for Indigenous people of the Amazon Rainforest. Through this foundation, she has immersed students and faculty in life-changing cultural experiences to make a positive impact in these fragile communities. She continues to pursue community outreach in promotion of global health and wellness.
Education: EdD in Educational Leadership, Liberty University; MSN in Nursing Education, Liberty University; BS in Nursing, University of Maryland
Honors and Achievements: Nurse Leadership Institution Fellow (2010); Corporation for National Service National Service Award (2002)
Research Interests: Professional behaviors, writing skills, faculty and student engagement in online environments

Kimberly Jurowski is the assistant department chair for the graduate and undergraduate psychology programs. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and previously worked in the field of behavior analysis for over 16 years with varied roles including autism therapist, program supervisor, clinical director, and behavioral consultant. Jurowski has experience working in a variety of settings including homes, schools, clinics, and inpatient residential settings. Her experience within higher education comes from her time as a doctoral academic advisor for another online university as well as over 7 years of teaching undergraduate ABA and psychology courses at Purdue Global.
Education: MS, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale; BS, University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Publications: The Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis, training manuals and videos for the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders and The Autism Project of Illinois
Certifications: Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Honors and Achievements: Outstanding Course Leader Honoree (Kaplan University), Award for Excellence in Rehabilitation (Southern Illinois University)
Memberships: Association for Behavior Analysis International, Mid-American Association for Behavior Analysis
Research Interests: Applied behavior analysis in higher education, verbal behavior therapy, behavior analysis of anxiety and depression, preference assessment and motivation
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Kristy Crowley began her academic career in 2008 and has taught undergraduate psychology courses at Purdue Global, DeVry University, Ivy Tech Community College, and Argosy University. She also serves as a co-chair on the board of a not-for-profit, community-focused mental health services provider. Prior to academia, Crowley worked in a variety of professional practice areas such as community mental health, inpatient psychiatric care, and university counseling.
Education: MBA, Kaplan University (now Purdue Global); MA, Adler University; BA, Purdue University
Certifications: Life Coach Certificate, The Institute for Life Coach Training; Graduate Certificate in Human Resources, Kaplan University
Research Interests: Positive psychology interventions, stress and coping, holistic approach to counseling
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Ashley Cauley is a full-time faculty member, teaching undergraduate psychology courses at Purdue Global. After seven years as an educator, Cauley has now transitioned to a focus of online adult learning. Cauley is a founding partner of Cohort4Care, a coaching and consulting company dedicated to caring for those who care for others.
Education: MSIOP, Eastern Kentucky University; BA, Southern Adventist University
Memberships: Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP)
Research Interests: Psychological safety, compassion fatigue and burnout
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Joanne Choy teaches several courses in the undergraduate psychology department focusing on applied behavior analysis. She joined Purdue Global as a part-time adjunct faculty member and was later promoted to a full-time faculty member. Choy has worked in the field of applied behavior analysis since 2014, and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2018. She has experience in working with children and adults who have autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and other capacities in the home, community, and center-based settings.
Education: MS, The Sage Colleges; BA, University of California, Irvine
Certifications: Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Memberships: Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)
Research Interests: Applied behavior analysis, behavior assessments, autism, developmental disabilities, treatment in challenging and severe behaviors
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Nelly Dixon began her career with Purdue Global in 2015, and serves as a full-time faculty in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences as a graduate professor of applied behavior analysis. Dixon has previously served as the verified course sequence coordinator for the ABA program, serves as course lead for multiple courses, and participates as a thesis committee member. Dixon is a board certified behavior analyst, licensed behavior analyst in the state of New York, and certified clinical trauma specialist for individuals. Her experience includes teaching in special education, working as a behavior analyst in multiple school districts to support the professional development and training of staff, assessing and establishing interventions for students with behavioral challenges, and teaching behavior analysis at the graduate level.
Education: EdD and MSEd, Walden University; BA, Rowan University
Publications:
Dixon, N.A. (2017). Make america pay attention again: The behavior of the american voter. Behavior Analysis Quarterly (3)1, 20-25.
Vozza, S. (2016, June 6). What happens in your brain when you lose focus? Fast Company & Inc.
Dixon, N.A. (2016). Applied behavior analysis and autism. Center for Public Service: Kaplan University.
Dixon, N.A. (2018). An informal analysis of impostor phenomenon and psychological inflexibility: Getting your ACT together! Behavioral Science in the 21st Century.
Dixon, N.A. (2020) Beyond autism: The diversification of ABA interventions. Purdue Global .
Dixon, N.A. (2020). Views from the cliff: Raising your adult with special needs [audio podcast series]. https://anchor.fm/nelly-dixon.
Dixon, N.A., (2023) Acceptance and commitment training: New tools to help parents support autism treatment. Stages Learning Materials.
Certifications and Licensure: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA-NY); Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist - Individual (CCTS-I); Certified PFA/SBT Level 4 Implementer
Honors and Achievements: Honorary Member Inductee - Golden Key International Honour Society, 2019; Outstanding Full-Time Faculty, 2018; Outstanding Professor Nominee, 2017, 2018; Multiple “Up and Above” Awards, 2016-2020
Memberships: Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI); New York State Behavior Analysis (NYABA); Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS)
Research Interests: Trauma informed behavior analysis; acceptance and commitment training (ACT); behavior analysis to support student engagement in higher education
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Danielle Hadeed de Silva is a full-time faculty member in the undergraduate psychology program, teaching general psychology and addictions. Hadeed de Silva has been an online educator since 2013, teaching classes such as professional ethics, diversity, psychopathology, human growth and development, and foundations of counseling and psychology. She first joined Purdue Global as a part-time adjunct faculty member in 2020. For many years prior to becoming an online instructor, Hadeed de Silva worked in the area of student counseling, treating both undergraduate and graduate students. She is a licensed psychologist, and has experience in multiple areas of professional practice including family medical illness, adult anxiety, and depression. She regularly presents on stress management, self-care, and mindfulness.
Education: PhD, University of Miami
Publications: Mama, Find Your Power
Certifications: Licensed Psychologist in Florida, Trained in Hypnotherapy
Certified in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Honors and Achievements: Stephen Shank Recognition Award, April 2016, Capella University
Memberships: American Psychological Association
Research Interests: Mindfulness, the intersection of self-care and student wellness, international student issues
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Aabett Johnson began her career with Purdue Global in 2022. She teaches applied behavior analysis (ABA) courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Johnson’s experience includes over 10 years of providing ABA services, 8 years in the United States Army, and a new endeavor in online education for adult learners.
Education: PhD, Capella University; MS, Southern New Hampshire University; BA, Michigan State University
Publications: Parents' Experiences Communicating With Their ASD Children via Augmentative and Alternative Means (2021).
Certifications: BCBA, TN- LBA
Memberships: ABAI, FABA
Research Interests: How to truly individualize behavior treatment by including other psychological and philosophical ideas
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Lakieshia Jones teaches various undergraduate psychology department courses focusing on addictions. She joined Purdue Global as a part-time adjunct faculty member and later was promoted to full-time. Most recently, Jones was a substance use prevention practitioner with a focus in opioid and prescription misuse for a state college system in Georgia. She also has provided substance use counseling to clients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Education: MS, Nova Southeastern University
Certifications: CADCI-II; ICADC; DOT-SAP
Memberships: The Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC)
Research Interests: Addiction psychology, motivational interviewing, consciousness and society psychology
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Ken Martz instructs various graduate level courses in psychology with an emphasis on addictions. He first joined Purdue Global as a part-time adjunct faculty member and is now a full-time faculty member. With over a decade of teaching in higher education, Martz brings diverse experience to his teaching practice. Previously, Martz worked in multiple areas of professional practice including addictions, forensic treatment programs, state government, mental health, and graduate education.
Publications: Martz has published 9 books including six best sellers, and has been translated into multiple languages. He is best known for Manage My Emotions: What I Wish I'd Learned in School About Anger, Fear, and Love.
Certifications: Licensed psychologist; internationally certified gambling counselor
Honors and Achievements: Former policy director and special assistant to the Secretary of Pennsylvania's Department of Drug and Alcohol programs.
Memberships: President of the Pennsylvania Association of Addiction Providers and member of the national policy committee for addictions counselors with NAADAC.
Research Interests: Men's issues, anxiety, emotions, and criminal justice issues

Lynda Mitton began her career with Purdue Global in 2009. She began as an adjunct faculty member and is now a full time faculty member in the undergraduate psychology department. Mitton has taught as an adjunct for three universities, served as a faculty mentor, and course lead. She has taught a wide range of courses in general and addiction psychology, developed and revised curriculum, mentored and trained new and experienced faculty, and presented at faculty training. Mitton’s experience in the addiction field began as a clinician including direct clinical work for 14 years in residential and outpatient settings, clinical supervision, administration supervision, and program development.
Education: MS Psychology, specialization in addiction psychology, Capella University; BS in Organizational Management, Colorado Christian University
Research Interests: Co-occurring disorders, trauma informed care and ensuring care for poor and underserved populations

Jean joined Purdue Global in 2020, and enjoys serving in positions including instructor, course lead, and faculty mentor. Morrow has a passion for working with students and believes college provides an awesome opportunity to learn and grow. She enjoys providing insight and helping students learn more about the course content, and themselves. Morrow has recently presented at the Purdue Global Village Conference, Purdue Global General Education Conference, and the Southern Humanities Council Conference.
Education: MS, Stetson University; BA, High Point University
Certifications: Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1, PREPARE/ENRICH
Memberships: American Counseling Association, Southern Humanities Council
Research Interests: Higher education, student success, baseball
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Kristina Noriega is a dedicated full-time professor specializing in psychology, teaching a diverse range of undergraduate courses. With over 20 years of experience, she has made a significant impact in various fields within the federal government, particularly in education. Her expertise extends to areas such as education liaison, policy development, and education services. During her tenure in the federal government, Noriega honed her skills in adult education, focusing on bridging the gap between different sectors and fostering seamless transitions. Her work centers on enhancing the user experience in instructional design and higher education. Noriega’s newfound passion for research and user experience in educational settings has allowed her to further excel in her teaching and educational roles, leveraging UX principles to create more engaging and effective learning experiences for students.
Education: EdD - Educational Psychology and Technology; MS - Counseling Psychology Chaminade University of Honolulu; BA - Social Sciences University of Hawaii - West Oahu
Publications: Army Transition Manual
Ergonomics in an Online Environment: How can user experience inform instructional design
Honors and Achievements: NISOD Excellence Award; Department of the Army Civilian Award; Pacific Command Outstanding Contributor award; the House of Representatives outstanding for contributions to the education community
Memberships: Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT)
Research Interests: Dynamic interplay between User Experience (UX) and Instructional Design within the context of higher education; data-driven insights to inform the continuous improvement of instructional design in higher education; evidence-based strategies that empower educators and institutions to create more impactful and inclusive educational experiences
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Jenna Odeh began her career at Purdue Global as an adjunct faculty member before transitioning to her role as full time faculty member in the Psychology Department. Prior to joining the team at Purdue Global, she had an accomplished career as a school-based behavior analyst and assistant principal specializing in working with K-12 students who displayed severe maladaptive behaviors. She is passionate about teaching learners in higher education the concepts and philosophies behind the science of applied behavior analysis. Odeh has seen first-hand the impact it has had on the clients/students whom she has served in both the school and home settings. She is passionate about instilling a love for learning in her learners at Purdue Global. Odeh believes that learning is a lifelong process and should be a balance of challenges and fun. She brings to the classroom not only experience, but unique teaching strategies that meet adult learners where they currently are.
Education: EdD and EdS in Educational Leadership, Liberty University; MEd in Special Education with Graduate Certificate in ABA, George Mason University; BA Psychology, Southern Virginia University; BA Family and Child Development, Southern Virginia University
Certifications: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA-VA)
Memberships: Virginia Association For Behavior Analysis (VABA), Association For Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS)
Research Interests: Applied Behavior Analysis, Online Education, Educational Leadership, Autism Spectrum Disorder

Lisa Phillips has been a professor at Purdue Global in the graduate Applied Behavior Analysis department since 2016 and serves as the Ethics Course Leader and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Ethics and Performance Management. Phillips is a licensed behavior analyst at the doctoral level, and a clinical and inter-jurisdictional licensed psychologist who is also an EMDRIA-certified provider of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Prior to her academic career, her experience was in clinical services and leadership. Phillips was the Chief Program/Operations Officer of a large community mental health center where she developed clinical teams and services, and instituted an American Psychological Association (APA) approved doctoral internship program, and post-doctoral training for Psychology Residents. She is a telehealth practitioner, an Organizational Behavior Management, Strategic Planning, and Leadership consultant, and Board President of the Mental Health Association of Mercer County.
Education: PhD, Clinical Psychology, Duquesne University; BCBA-D, University of Massachusetts; MBA, Purdue Global.
Publications: Authored a chapter in a handbook on diversity entitled, Privilege Through the Looking-Glass.
Certifications: Licensed clinical/inter-jurisdictional psychologist and behavior analyst; National Register of Health Service Psychologists, Telepsychology Competencies Credential, and Emdria-approved EMDR certification.
Honors and Achievements: Voted ‘Best Professor’, with nominations for the Best Course Leader and the Encouragement and Inspiration Award.
Memberships: American Psychological Association, Pennsylvania Psychological Association, Association for Behavior Analysis International, and Society for Human Resource Management
Research Interests: First-generation students, online learning excellence, ethical leadership development, and the use of EMDR related to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families.
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Shannon Pickett began her career with Purdue Global in 2021. Pickett has served in a variety of positions including professor of addictions and general psychology courses, mentorship, and Psi Chi faculty advisor. Her experience and specializations include advocacy for children and adolescent within the school system, dual-diagnosis care, and working with a diverse client population ranging from preschool-aged children through adulthood.
Education: PhD, Walden University; MS, Walden University; and BS, Salem State University
Publications: Work Commitment, Intrinsic Motivation, and Academic Achievement in Online Adult Learners.
Certifications: Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Honors and Achievements: Alpha Kappa Delta Honor Society, 2007; Psi Chi Honor Society, 2007; Chi Sigma Iota, 2009; Golden Key International, 2013; and the National Society of Leadership and Success, 2018.
Memberships: American Counseling Association (ACA)
Research Interests: Factors contributing to the success of online adult learners, motivation, and work/life balance of students

Julee Poole teaches in the Graduate Psychology program and she provides service to the university by recruiting community organizations. Through the Purdue Global partnership program, these community organizations offer employment opportunities to students and alumni. Additionally, these organizations provide field experience opportunities for students. Finally, employees and their immediate family members of the community organizations qualify for tuition discounts at Purdue Global.
Education: PhD Psychology, Family Psychology concentration, Capella University; MS Mental Health Counseling, Austin Peay State University; BS Psychology/Sociology, Austin Peay State University; BS Criminal Justice, Forensic Psychology concentration, Purdue Global
Certifications: Board-certified life coach; International Association of Trauma Professionals (IATP) Compassion Fatigue Professional
Publications: The Cryin’ House: A Story for Children Who Witness Family Violence; When Hitting Hits Home; articles in Family Guidance Journal and PsycCritiques
Presented at many national and international conferences, and has published in various journals, including the Family Guidance Journal and PsycCritiques
Honors and Achievements: Psi Chi Honor Society; Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society; Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society; Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society; Golden Key International Honor Society; The Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement Alpha Betta Kappa; Alpha Phi Sigma; Austin Peay State University Outstanding Student Leader; Lily Welcome Back Lifetime Achievement Nomination; Kaplan Way Award; Purdue Global "Organization Builder" Award
Memberships: American Psychological Association Society for the Teaching of Psychology International Christian Coaching Association
Research Interests: Family violence, compassion fatigue for law enforcement officers, self-esteem and defense mechanisms, service-learning projects in the online classroom, best practices in online higher education programs, and the use of technology online classroom
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Sian Shipley began her career with Purdue Global in 2022 as an adjunct faculty member. She has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2009, serving as a special education teacher, advocate, and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Her work as a behavior analyst has been done in a variety of settings including public and private schools, home-based, residential homes, and community-based settings. Being a Purdue Global alumna, she enjoys delivering insight and education to the unique needs of adult learners.
Education: MS, Purdue University Global; BS, Purdue University Global
Certifications: North Carolina licensed behavior Analyst; Practical Functional Assessment and Skill-Based Treatment; Treating Food Selectivity; Special Education Advocate- COPAA; Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Memberships: Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates
Research Interests: Applied behavior analysis for severe problem behavior, universal protocols, trauma-assumed approaches, special education advocacy, and assent
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Olivia Steenbergh began working with Purdue Global in 2020. Steenbergh began teaching Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) courses as a part time adjunct instructor. She now serves as full time faculty teaching and leading undergraduate psychology and ABA courses. Steenbergh has worked in the field of pediatric ABA since 2015, became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2018, and enjoys bringing her experience to the classroom.
Education: MEd, Wayne State University; BS, Rochester University
Certifications: Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Research Interests: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Trauma-Informed Care, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Marjorie Vandemark teaches a variety of courses in undergraduate psychology. She works with a team within the Psychology Department on initiatives to increase the success of first-time students, improve retention rates, and encourage degree completion. Currently, she is doing post-graduate work in co-occurring disorders and addiction at Purdue Global to advance her skills in clinical treatment. Prior to coming to Purdue Global, she taught psychology and sociology at several local colleges both in person and online. Vandemark has an extensive clinical background that includes outpatient and inpatient treatment, crisis intervention, and community-based behavioral health with populations ranging from early childhood to elderly adults. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Behavior Specialist in Pennsylvania.
Education: MA, West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Honors and Achievements: 2017 Outstanding Professor in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences; 2017 TIP Conference presentation on academic self-efficacy
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Karen Watson is a full-time faculty member at Purdue Global while also teaching at Washtenaw Community College in Michigan. She has worked as a family development specialist, crisis counselor, home-based therapist, and individual and family therapist. Her experience and specializations include advocacy in the school system and juvenile/adult court programs, anger management, and substance abuse therapy.
Education: MS, California University of Pennsylvania; Graduate Certificate in Addictions, Kaplan University (now Purdue Global)
Honors and Achievements: 2016 and 2017 Outstanding Course Leader Award; presentation at 1st Annual Virtual Health and Wellness Fair (Kaplan University)
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Shannon Weiss teaches courses in the applied behavior analysis program. Prior to her teaching career, she worked for over 8 years as a behavior analyst with children as young as 3 years old and adults over 80. Her work as a behavior analyst was done in a variety of settings including schools, private homes, group homes, residential facilities, and work settings. Previously, Weiss taught undergraduate courses in psychology for 6 years at several universities and a local community college. She is currently pursuing her PhD in general psychology.
Education: MS, BS, Southern Illinois University
Publications: Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities
Certifications: Board Certified Behavior Analyst®
Honors and Achievements: 2018 Outstanding Course Lead Award (Purdue Global)
Research Interests: Applied behavior analysis for severe and dangerous behavior problems, preference assessments, feeding/eating problems, online education
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Susan Wilson has taught various courses in the applied behavior analysis and general psychology master's degree program since 2011.
Education: PhD, Walden University; MS, Rhode Island College
Publications: Mental Health Aspects of Developmental Disabilities
Certifications: Board Certified Behavior Analyst; RI license in Behavior Analysis
Honors and Achievements: 2018 John DiMarco Leadership Award, West Bay Residential Services
Memberships: Association for Behavior Analysis International; RI Association for Behavior Analysis; CPNRI Best Practices Committee
Research Interests: Applied behavior analysis and psychiatric disorders
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