Experience

U.S. Department of Justice Community Relations Service

• United States
• Government Relations Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Advisor

  • Jul 2023 - Present



Representative Karen Bass

• • Nov 2022 - Jan 2023

• • Sep 2021 - Jan 2023

  Preparing and staffing the Member in Judiciary committee hearings and markups; drafting talking points and speeches; and researching, drafting, and introducing legislation.



Independent Consultant

• Remote

• Contractor/Consultant

  • Dec 2020 - Sep 2021

  • Consulting with PaidLeaveForAll to help organize grassroots advocacy events for national paid leave. • Contracted with MomsRising to set up and facilitate successful meetings between members of congress and constituents advocating for a more equitable workplace. Created helpful materials, meeting agendas, and training for grass roots supporters as well as navigating cross-coalition coordination and technical requirements to ensure productive engagement. • Provided pro bono legal support and legislative guidance to participants in the Rise Justice Labs civil rights accelerator program by working with the Every Voice Coalition, an advocacy group composed of students, community organizations, and universities intent on combatting campus sexual assault. Show less



Biden for President

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Volunteer

  • Oct 2020 - Nov 2020

  Full time volunteer working remotely with campaign staff in several battleground states to preserve election integrity and get out the vote. Staffed virtual boiler rooms for North Carolina Board of Elections meetings to monitor legal as well as logistical issues with absentee ballots and coordinate rapid response to any concerns. Worked collaboratively with a team to launch cure, GOTV, and provisional ballot canvassing volunteers in the Raleigh, NC region in weeks leading up to and following election. Assisted in establishing a ride share program with corporate partners for voters in Virginia to ensure access to the polls, including early polling locations. Attended regular briefings and meetings to assist the campaign with any urgent needs. Show less



The Office of Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand

• Legislative Offices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Advisor

  • Mar 2020 - Oct 2020

  Accompanied the Senator in D.C. and New York state travel while in charge of handling all logistical matters related to the Senator’s day to day schedule, events, and briefings. Regularly briefed the Senator on daily issues including policy, current events, and operational matters. Constantly communicated with all Department Heads and their teams in order to efficiently prepare the Senator and ensure her day to day movements were smooth. Demonstrated executive level time management and organizational skills as well as the ability to work well with team members in a variety of settings and functions. Show less



The Office of Congressman Tony Cardenas

• Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Legislative Counsel/Senior Counsel

  • Sep 2018 - Mar 2020

  Acted as senior adviser to the congressman in all issues related to Ethics, Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice, Civil Rights, Women’s Issues, Disability Rights, Reproductive Freedom, Intellectual Property, Campaign Finance, and Health policy. Coordinated with Energy and Commerce Committee to ensure the congressman was thoroughly prepared for all Health subcommittee hearings and markups, and ensured his priorities had the greatest chance for success. Worked as part of a collaborative team to represent California's 29th Congressional District with special attention to the diverse needs of the constituents represented. Entrusted with progressively greater responsibilities and promoted from Legislative Counsel to Senior Counsel in July 2019. Show less



The Office of Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand

• Legislative Offices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Legislative Fellow

  • Sep 2017 - Sep 2018

  Served as an American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow, sponsored by the American Psychological Association and funded by the American Psychological Foundation. Specialized in policy issues related to workplace rights, gender equity, discrimination and harassment, gender based violence, gun violence, immigration, and human trafficking. Drafted multiple pieces of legislation introduced on a bipartisan and bicameral basis covering topics relating to workplace rights. Authored letters to the administration and to nonpartisan agencies such as GAO requesting information and action on issues of public interest. Coordinated with committee staff from HSGAC, HELP, Judiciary, SASC, and Rules Committees regarding potential legislation and committee hearings. Met with groups and experts to develop effective policy solutions for a number of social and legal concerns, and worked with press teams to effectively communicate solutions. Show less



Emory University School of Medicine

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Predoctoral Intern

  • Jul 2016 - Jul 2017

  Applied scientific literature to clinical assessment, case formulation, and intervention as part of an overarching evidence-based practice approach. Engaged in systems level assessment and intervention regarding advocacy, social change, and social justice, particularly as this relates to work with diverse clinically under-served populations. Provided crisis stabilization and observation for individuals in acute psychological distress. Additionally provided culturally responsive clinical services and resources for women who have experienced intimate partner violence, children and adolescents infected or affected by HIV/AIDS, and parents of children who have allegedly experienced child physical or sexual abuse. Offered consultation to an outpatient primary care team regarding the implementation of behavioral interventions to encourage health-promoting behavior and adherence to medical treatment for individuals living with severe mental illness. Show less



National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women

• • Jan 2012 - Jul 2016

  Examined the status of social science research pertaining to domestic violence and crimes committed by victims of abuse. Researched case law for specific cases and generally assisted the nonprofit organization with evidentiary support for trainings as well as assisting battered women charged or convicted with crimes related to their abuse.

• • Jun 2012 - Jun 2016

  Tracked cases through news articles and court dockets to identify those in need of services from the Clearinghouse. Wrote briefs on current case law and statutes relevant to battered women’s issues such as mitigation in sentencing, use of expert witness testimony, and application of stand your ground laws.



Good Shepherd Penn Partners

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Practicum Student

  • Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

  Conducted regular neuropsychological examinations and reviewed neuroimaging for patients recovering from brain injuries. Assisted multidisciplinary team in identifying areas of pathology and relevant treatment goals for rehabilitation and provided psychotherapy for those patients in need of additional mental health services. Conducted regular neuropsychological examinations and reviewed neuroimaging for patients recovering from brain injuries. Assisted multidisciplinary team in identifying areas of pathology and relevant treatment goals for rehabilitation and provided psychotherapy for those patients in need of additional mental health services.



University of Pennsylvania

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• • Jul 2015 - Jun 2016

  Provided evidence based therapies to children and families who have experienced trauma. Attended weekly team meetings for the Pennsylvania Hospital Intensive In-Home Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Service (PHIICAPS) program, and received weekly supervision with Steven Berkowitz, MD. Additionally developed a group therapy program utilizing martial arts in combination with third wave behavioral therapies for children with trauma histories.

• • May 2015 - May 2016

  Traveled throughout the city of Philadelphia conducting clinical interviews with children and families receiving Trauma Focused – Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) and Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CTFSI) in community mental health centers. Administered the NOMS, Ohio, Trauma Symptom Checklist for Children (TSCC), Trauma Symptom Checklist for Young Children (TSCYC), and the Child PTSD Symptom Scale (CPSS). Attended monthly supervision meetings to discuss project updates and receive didactic training in relevant areas including implementation, trauma, safety planning, and mandated reporting; and assisted with TF-CBT trainings for clinicians Show less



Drexel University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Instructor

  • Jun 2015 - Sep 2015

  Independently taught undergraduate course on Forensic Psychology during the 2015 summer quarter. Independently taught undergraduate course on Forensic Psychology during the 2015 summer quarter.



Drexel University College of Medicine

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Psychology Practicum Student

  • Jul 2014 - Sep 2015

  Conducted intake assessments and ongoing individual therapy for patients with a variety of comorbid medical conditions, many of whom were referred from Drexel’s Partnership Comprehensive Care Practice (which is an HIV/AIDS clinic). Received clinical training in DBT, ACT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing strategies; and provided therapy for a study evaluating the efficacy of ACT with the clinic population. Conducted intake assessments and ongoing individual therapy for patients with a variety of comorbid medical conditions, many of whom were referred from Drexel’s Partnership Comprehensive Care Practice (which is an HIV/AIDS clinic). Received clinical training in DBT, ACT, CBT, and Motivational Interviewing strategies; and provided therapy for a study evaluating the efficacy of ACT with the clinic population.



ACLU Women's Rights Project

• New York, New York

• Legal Extern

  • Jan 2015 - May 2015

  Worked with the Women’s Rights Project team conducting legal and policy research, drafting legal memoranda, and briefs. Additionally provided research support for new litigation as well as writing and researching materials for public education on advocacy issues addressed by the project; including violence against women, employment discrimination, and education equality. Worked with the Women’s Rights Project team conducting legal and policy research, drafting legal memoranda, and briefs. Additionally provided research support for new litigation as well as writing and researching materials for public education on advocacy issues addressed by the project; including violence against women, employment discrimination, and education equality.



American Psychological Association

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Public Interest Policy Intern

  • Sep 2013 - Aug 2014

  Worked in the Public Interest - Government Relations Office of the APA to advocate at the federal level for legislation utilizing psychology to improve problems of human welfare and social justice. Wrote congressional memos, conducted research, and attended congressional hearings as well as forums on legislation and treaties relevant to APA issues. Worked with Congressional offices as well as APA members and White House staff to effectuate positive change through education and legislation. Worked in the Public Interest - Government Relations Office of the APA to advocate at the federal level for legislation utilizing psychology to improve problems of human welfare and social justice. Wrote congressional memos, conducted research, and attended congressional hearings as well as forums on legislation and treaties relevant to APA issues. Worked with Congressional offices as well as APA members and White House staff to effectuate positive change through education and legislation.



Forensic Assessment Clinic

• Philadelphia, PA

• Practicum Student

  • Jul 2013 - Jul 2014

  Assisted Dr. Kirk Heilbrun in conducting forensic assessments for various legal concerns. Such legal issues include competence to stand trial, mental state at the time of the offense, juvenile decertification, capital sentencing, and federal sentencing. As part of these assessments proficiency in personality assessment, intellectual assessment, and risk assessment was necessary. Assisted Dr. Kirk Heilbrun in conducting forensic assessments for various legal concerns. Such legal issues include competence to stand trial, mental state at the time of the offense, juvenile decertification, capital sentencing, and federal sentencing. As part of these assessments proficiency in personality assessment, intellectual assessment, and risk assessment was necessary.



Capital Habeas Unit - Federal Defender Office

• Philadelphia, PA

• Legal Intern

  • May 2013 - Nov 2013

  Conducted legal research, wrote legal memos and briefs, and digested case files for post-conviction death penalty cases. Additionally attended numerous trainings on issues pertaining to the death penalty and habeas corpus, participated in legal team meetings, and observed hearings conducted by staff attorneys both at the state and federal level. Visited death-row clients at Green and Graterford correctional facilities, and met with one client who was released from prison after 33 years on death row. Show less



Delaware Psychiatric Center

• New Castle, Delaware

• Psychology Practicum Student

  • Sep 2012 - Jun 2013

  Worked in three different units of the Psychiatric Center (formerly known as "the State Hospital"). Placements included the forensic unit, acute intake unit, and geriatric unit. Conducted evaluations for competency to stand trial, competency to represent oneself, Miranda comprehension, mental state at the time of the offense, and treatment needs. Wrote psychological assessments, assisted in treatment planning, and conducted therapy sessions with clients. Worked in three different units of the Psychiatric Center (formerly known as "the State Hospital"). Placements included the forensic unit, acute intake unit, and geriatric unit. Conducted evaluations for competency to stand trial, competency to represent oneself, Miranda comprehension, mental state at the time of the offense, and treatment needs. Wrote psychological assessments, assisted in treatment planning, and conducted therapy sessions with clients.



Family Court of Philadelphia - Domestic Violence Unit

• Philadelphia, PA

• Interviewer

  • May 2011 - Aug 2011

  Interviewed victims of domestic violence who were seeking Protection From Abuse (PFA) orders. Collected relevant information about victim’s relationship to abuser and the potential threat that brought them in to file for protection. Guided the victims through the process of application and service of the order. Subsequently filed court order and scheduled individuals for a court date with one of the family court judges. Also sat in for one day with Judge Chen in Family Court observing the hearings related to the PFAs. Show less



Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

• United States
• Law Enforcement
• 700 & Above Employee

• NCAVC Intern

  • Aug 2008 - Dec 2008

  Worked on a variety of research projects aimed at improving empirical support for investigation and evaluation of violent crime. Worked primarily for the Violent Criminal Apprehension Program (ViCAP) and the Behavioral Analysis Unit – 3 (BAU 3) Crimes Against Children Unit. Conducted extensive literature searches, observed presentations and case consultations given by FBI agents, and created Power Point as well as Excel documents as needed by Agents. A few specific projects included work on the Highway Serial Killer Initiative (HSKI) and the Child Abduction Protocol. Show less