Current Research Assistants
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Research in the Sexuality and Relationships Lab is facilitated by a team of talented research assistants. They are involved in all stages of the research process including writing study proposals, recruiting participants, and analyzing data. Advanced research assistants sometimes conduct clinical interviews and aid in facilitation treatment under the supervision of Dr. Stephenson. All assistants have the opportunity to present research at scientific conferences and submit manuscripts for publication in scientific journals. If you are interested in applying to work in the lab, please e-mail Dr. Stephenson at stephensonk1@xavier.edu.
Anna Jelinek
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Anna is a fourth-year clinical psychology doctoral student at Xavier University originally from Cleveland, OH. She is especially interested in sex and couples therapy. In her free time, you can find her snuggled up in a comfy chair with some coffee and a good book.
Kate O'Brien
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Kate is a fourth-year clinical psychology doctoral student at Xavier University. Her interests include interpersonal relationships, specifically intimate relationship dynamics across different contexts and disorders. Her hobbies include reading, hand embroidery, and video games.
Bri Maggard
Gabby Combs
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Bri is a second-year clinical psychology doctoral student at Xavier University. She is interested in improving access to evidence-based mental healthcare through implementation science. On the weekend, Bri enjoys being active, reading, and trying new restaurants around Cincinnati!
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Gabby is a fourth-year undergraduate student at Xavier University, with a major in Psychology and a minor in Sociology and Gender and Diversity Studies. She is currently in the process of applying to PsyD programs in hopes of becoming a clinical psychologist. Her interests include hiking, reading (especially mystery), and cooking!
Aiden Dyer
Kier Adamo
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Aiden is a third-year student at Xavier University, majoring in Psychology with a minor in German. His hobbies include skiing, computer programming, and photography. He has specific interests in emotional, social, and sexual psychology.
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Kier is a Psychology Major at Xavier University, set to graduate in 2025. He is currently looking to apply to Medical School after graduation in hopes of becoming a Psychiatrist. His interests include post-traumatic stress disorder experienced in veterans.
Christian Cullen
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Christian is a third-year Psychology student and philosophy minor. His hobbies include playing guitar, music history, and working out. He hopes to pursue graduate school once graduating to become a professor. He has specific interests in social and abnormal psychology, and social media's role in psychology.