Dr. Clark is an Assistant 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 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. Dr. Clark enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading historical fiction (or listening on audiobook!), crafting, and spending time with her pups.

Grace Blyth is a third-year student in the school psychology doctoral program on Dr. Kelly Clark's team. She graduated from the University of South Florida Summa Cum Laude with a B.A. in Psychology, as well as Criminology. In undergrad she worked at a private practice where she aided in administering psychoeducational assessments to pediatric clients. Additionally, she was a curriculum developer and team manager at a non-profit organization that focuses on teaching resilience to K-12 students through social-emotional learning. Her research interests focus on school mental health and screening as well as improving student success, functioning, and engagement.

Meagan Plant is a third-year school psychology student on Dr. Clark’s team. She received her B.S. in Psychology from the University of Alabama. Her research interests include culturally responsive practices, subjective wellbeing and equitable access to mental health resources. In her free time, Meagan is learning to play the piano slowly but surely. She also enjoys cooking with her husband, watching the Crimson Tide, and playing with her dog, Champ. 

Kyle is a second-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.

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. Currently, Dr. Blocker is pursuing licensure and completing postdoctoral work in private practice in Louisiana. 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.