Maya studies Psychology and is interested in diversity, intersectional identities, developmental psychology, inclusion, and child mental health.

Previous research experience: Research Assistant in Skidmore's Diversity in Groups and Self lab, contributing to psychology research on diversity, social justice, intersectional identities, and social institutions. Her applied experience includes two summers with Child Mind Institute's Brave Buddies program supporting children with selective mutism using PCIT-SM strategies, plus teaching and inclusion work with children with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

How I got started: I was interested in developmental psychology already, but working with children gave me more specific questions. Joining the Diversity in Groups and Self lab was a way to explore how identity and the groups around someone affect their development

Open to being contacted: Yes

Preferred contact: LinkedIn

Advice/notes: Social and developmental psychology; diversity and social institutions; intersectional identities; inclusion and developmental disabilities; selective mutism; PCIT-SM; Child Mind Institute Brave Buddies; child-development internships; human-subject research; psychology abroad; balancing lab research with applied work.

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Location

Saratoga Spa State Park

19 Roosevelt Dr, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA