Dr. Clark is an Associate Professor in the School Psychology Program at Louisiana State University (LSU).  She is also a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and a licensed psychologist in the state of Louisiana. Dr. Clark’s research is centered on promoting student mental health, safety, and academic functioning within school settings and beyond. Dr. Clark is particularly interested in the developmental transition from late childhood to early adolescence (i.e., transition from elementary to middle school). She is committed to utilizing empirically-validated universal screening tools and school-based mental health interventions that align within a multitiered system of support (i.e., response to intervention) and employ a dual-factor model of mental health conceptualization to prevent and address suicidality and other psychological distress. Dr. Clark enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading fiction (or listening on audiobook!), crafting, and practicing yoga.

Kyle is a fourth-year student in the school psychology program on Dr. Clark's team. Prior to obtaining a B.S. in Psychology from Campbell University, Kyle served 6 years in the Air Force, where he was engaged in promoting the resilience and subjective well-being of his fellow Airmen as a Master Resiliency Trainer. His primary research interests lie in promoting the subjective well-being of students in a culturally responsive and equitable manner. In his off time, Kyle can be found with his wife reading a book, playing with his dogs, or watching a movie.

Dylan Briggs is an incoming first-year doctoral student in the School Psychology program on Dr. Clark's team. He earned his B.S. in Psychology from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and completed his M.S. in Psychology at the same university three years later. Dylan conducted research focused on minoritized and diverse populations during his time at UL Lafayette. Professional experiences that have furthered Dylan's interests in Psychology include his time administering psychoeducational assessment batteries to children and adolescents at a testing clinic, as well as his time serving as a Registered Line Technician at an ABA clinic in Lafayette, Louisiana. Dylan's research interests include African American racial identity and self-perceived racial representation, college students' academic self-concept, and minority student wellbeing. Dylan enjoys spending quality time with his family and girlfriend, playing and watching basketball, and listening to music. 

Taylor is a first-year doctoral student in the School Psychology program and a member of Dr. Clark’s team. She received her B.S. and M.S. in Psychology from Old Dominion University. More recently, she worked as a project coordinator at Western Kentucky University researching risk and protective factors associated with adolescent suicide ideation persistence. At LSU, she hopes to build on her previous experiences in suicide prevention to inform school-based interventions. Outside of research, she also enjoys hiking, thrifting, going to concerts, and playing with her dog Oscar. 

Dr. Madeline Blocker graduated from the LSU School Psychology PhD Program in August 2023. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District. Dr. Blocker is a licensed psychologist. Currently, Dr. Blocker works in both private practice and at the LSU Psychological Services Center as an Adjunct Instructor to the Department of Psychology. Her research interests include enhancing students' access to behavioral and mental health services and factors supporting student and teacher well-being (e.g., school climate). In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and sons, cooking, and reading.

Dr. Grace Blyth graduated from the LSU School Psychology Ph.D. Program in August 2026. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Lewisville Independent School District (LISD). She graduated from the University of South Florida Summa Cum Laude with a B.A. in Psychology and Criminology in December 2020. Currently, Dr. Blyth works as a Psychology Resident and School Psychologist at LISD and in a private practice in Dallas, TX. Her research interests include improving student well-being, positive psychology, and the presentation of autism in girls. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her pitbull Louie, listening to Taylor Swift, and watching reality TV.

Meagan Plant graduated with her PhD from LSU in 2026. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Cypress-Fairbanks ISD. Meagan plans to continue working in both schools and private practice. Her research interests include socially just practices, subjective well-being, and equitable access to mental health resources. In her free time, Meagan enjoys cooking with her husband, watching the Crimson Tide, and curling up with a book and her two cats.