Sarah is a fourth-year Ph.D. student in the DOME lab studying Clinical Psychology. After receiving a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience from Texas A&M, she completed her Master’s of Research in Developmental Neuroscience & Psychopathology at University College London and Yale University. Her research interests include parental brain development across the prenatal to postpartum period, its impact on child development and early attachment, and mental health within the family system. Outside the lab, I like to travel, play volleyball, and do arts and crafts. 

Beth is a second-year PhD student in the Cognition and Cognitive Neuroscience area. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience at Temple University, then served as Research Coordinator in the MEG lab at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for 3 years. Her research interests focus on child brain development and the emergence of fearful and anxious traits as it relates to early experiences. Outside the lab, Beth enjoys traveling, thrifting, and cheering on her Philadelphia sports teams.

Sofia is a senior psychology major from Frisco, Texas. After graduating, she plans on getting her master's in counseling in hopes of becoming a licensed practicing counselor for children and adolescents. In her free time, Sofia likes to read, watch movies, and hang out with friends.

Uxia is a senior undergraduate psychology student at Texas A&M! She is from Katy, Texas, and in the future she hopes to work as a clinical social worker in a hospital setting with chronically and terminally ill children.

Ally Podnar is a junior psychology major from Austin, Texas. After graduating, she plans to attend Occupational Therapy school and become a pediatric OT. In her free time she likes to make bracelets, draw, and hang out with her family and friends.

Catie Samson is a senior psychology major with hopes to obtain a PsyD/PhD in clinical or counseling psychology, with the goal of pursuing research about youth & parents with internalizing disorders, becoming a professor, and a licensed psychologist.  In her free time, she enjoys drawing, playing bass guitar, crafting, and crocheting.

Lily Pittman is a junior Psychology major with a minor in Anthropology. She is looking to pursue a graduate degree in Clinical Psychology and hopes to become a licensed therapist and work with  adolescents and young adults. In her free time she likes to read, cook, and hangout with her friends!

Megan is a junior currently pursuing a BS in Psychology. When she graduates, her plans are to pursue a Master's in Applied Behavioral Analysis, with the ultimate goal of becoming a BCBA. She strives to shed light on neurodivergent kids’ struggles and help them feel understood. In her free time, she enjoys drawing, watching anime, and video gaming with friends.

Vaneesha is a sophomore psychology major from The Woodlands, Texas. She is currently planning on attending medical school after graduating. In her free time, Vaneesha enjoys working out, watching TV, and spending time with her friends and family!

Ash is a junior psychology major with a minor in neuroscience! She has a background of working as a behavioral therapist and swim instructor for children with ASD. Ash is currently a pre-occupational therapy student, but is also considering getting a Ph.D. in cognitive neuroscience. In her free time, she enjoys running, reading, playing the harp, and camping! 

Emily is a junior psychology major with a minor in ecology and conservation biology. In her future career, she hopes to work with children! Specifically, she is interested in becoming a child life therapist or child psychologist. In her free time she loves making sourdough, hammocking, and spending time with friends and family.  

Emily is a senior psychology major with a minor in human resource development. After graduating, she plans to attend graduate school to earn her master's in industrial-organizational psychology. In her free time, she loves to read, sew, hike, and watercolor!

Alyssa Moore is a junior psychology major with hopes of obtaining a PhD/specialist degree in school psychology or a PhD/master's degree in clinical psychology.  In her free time, she enjoys reading, drawing, and hanging out with friends! 

Jana Yip is a sophomore psychology major from Frisco, Texas. After graduating, she hopes to pursue becoming a child psychologist and work with kids! In her free time, she likes to read, watch movies, and cook with friends!

Somya Meheotra is a junior neuroscience major from Sugar Land, Texas. After graduating, she hopes to pursue becoming a pediatric oncologist! In her free time, she likes to bake, hang out with friends, and do crafts!