MICHAELINE JENSEN 

Assistant Professor, Psychology 

​Michaeline earned her Ph.D. in Psychology in 2016 from Arizona State University, and completed her Bachelor's at the University of Arizona in 2008.  Her research focuses on the role of social contexts in adolescent development, with an emphasis on using novel tools to understand the parent-child relationship and the cultural environments within which these relationships are embedded. 

MARIANI WEINSTEIN

Graduate RA

Mariani Weinstein, B.A., is a graduate student in UNCG's clinical psychology Ph.D. program.  She completed her B.A in Psychology at Northwestern University as a QuestBridge College Match Scholar. Her specific research interests are in the intersection of family relationships, psychopathology, and culture, with a focus on the Latinx community. Her goal is to contribute to the development of culturally-tailored and accessible interventions for underserved youth, so they can develop into emotionally- and socially-fulfilled adults.
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MORGAN BROWN

Graduate RA

Morgan Brown, B.A., is a graduate student in UNCG's clinical psychology Ph.D. program.  She graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Spelman College in 2020. She is interested in the intersection between family, psychopathology, and culture. She hopes to focus on medically underserved and ethnic minority populations. Ultimately, Morgan desires to be a clinical researcher who provides parental interventions for non-nuclear family structures. Outside of research, Morgan enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and attending concerts. ​

MICHAEL PUERTO

MA RA

Michael got his BS in Psychology at UNCG, and is currently in UNCG's Master of Science in Informatics and Analytics Program.  He is interested in Social Psychology and non-verbal communication.  Michael enjoys skateboarding and rollerblading.  He says that he is half Honduran, and that in Honduras, he has eaten Iguana eggs.  

EMILY HASTON

Post Bac RA

Emily earned her B.A. in psychology from UNC Chapel Hill in 2018, with minors in Hispanic Studies and Social and Economic Justice.  She is serving Teach for America as a Spanish teacher at Grimsley High School in Greensboro. Emily worked as coder of parent-child text message interactions during her time at UNC-Chapel Hill, and her current role in the IRL is as a volunteer post-bac RA.  ​​

NISHIMWE CHARIROTE 

Undergrad RA

Nishimwe is a senior at UNCG majoring in Psychology and has a minor in Sociology. After graduation she plans to take a break and prepare for graduate school while working and gaining experience. She wants to pursue a career in counseling. Outside of school she enjoys cooking, reading, cleaning, singing, and watching movies/shows. 

AUTUMN HUNTER

Undergrad RA

Autumn is a junior at UNCG, majoring in psychology and minoring in communication studies. Her main interests are in social and clinical psychology. After graduating with the class of 2022, She plans to attend graduate school to pursue a PhD in counseling psychology. Outside of lab, she enjoys traveling, being outdoors and hiking, cooking, and spending time with her loved ones. After graduate school, Autumn wants to move to Vancouver, Canada and pursue her career there!

HAYLEY ROBERTSON

Undergrad RA

Hayley is an undergrad sociology major, with minors in psychology and music. After graduating with the class of 2021, Hayley plans to continue her education in order to receive her LCSW. In her free time, she loves being outdoors and listening to music. Hayley has a cat named Poppy that she loves very much.

CHANDNI LAL

Undergrad RA

Chandni is a sophomore at UNCG majoring in psychology and minoring in business. Her future goals include getting a doctorate degree in psychology and opening her own therapy practice. Chandni loves to travel, read, go outdoors, and spending time with her loved ones. ​

CHRISTOPHER GOMES

Undergrad RA

Christopher is a Senior at UNCG majoring in Psychology. He is interested in getting a teaching license to educate students in Social Studies grades  9-12 after he graduates. He plans to further his career towards becoming a School Psychologist. In his free time, he likes to play games, watch anime, longboard, play instruments, and go on adventures. 

AYANNA JOHNSON 

Undergrad RA

Ayanna is a junior at UNCG majoring in Psychology. After graduation she is interested in pursing a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling to become a Clinical Psychologist or Forensic Psychologist in the future. Outside of the lab, Ayanna enjoys swimming, traveling and spending time with her family and cat, Naara.

REBECCA YAKEL

Undergrad RA

Rebecca is a Sophomore at UNCG majoring in Psychology.  She is interested in Counseling work after she graduates with a B.A. in Psychology, to further her education by pursuing a Masters. She plans on becoming a Professional Counselor one day once she completes her education. In her free time, Rebecca loves to spend time with her pets, play video games, and enjoys creating art!

SOPHIA PRIEST

Undergrad RA

Sophie is a Junior at UNCG majoring in Psychology. She wishes to pursue a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology after her undergraduate studies and eventually become a professor. Her main research interests are trauma narratives, PTSD, and the positive effects of video games or other forms of technology on mental health. Outside of the lab, Sophie loves playing video games and hanging out with her cat, Juniper!

LAURA PLACE

Undergrad RA

Hi! My name is Laura. I am a Senior at UNCG, majoring in Psychology with a minor in sociology.  I hope to eventually get my Masters degree and become a Licensed Psychological Associate in a private practice.  I am interested in abnormal psychology and social development in children.  I enjoy spending time with my son, being outdoors, and helping animals. 

​DANA WHITEHEAD

Undergrad RA

Dana is currently a Junior at UNCG, majoring in Psychology and minoring in Technical Theatre. After completing her B.A. in Psychology, she plans on pursuing a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology with a focus on Family and Marriage Counseling. Outside of the lab, Dana enjoys spending time with her two cats Dandylion and Tigerlily, playing videogames, as well as designing and creating costumes.