Traci is a licensed clinical psychologist and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Pittsburgh. She joined the Youth and Family Research Program in 2016 and has contributed to several studies (e.g., PALS, MTA, ADHDenic, JAM, CREATE). Traci leads the START Smart and TIPS studies, which aim to develop a smartphone-based intervention for young adults with ADHD to help with day-to-day behaviors including high-risk alcohol use. More broadly, Traci’s research interests center on risk and protective factors for young people’s well-being, and particularly how interventions and supports can be leveraged in the moment and in the real world to enhance well-being. Traci’s clinical interests include CBT for a range of concerns (e.g., ADHD, anxiety, disruptive behavior, trauma, tics) with young adults, youth, and families, as well as diagnostic testing for ADHD and pediatric psychology (e.g., chronic pain).
Outside of work, Traci enjoys running, gymnastics, field hockey, exploring Pittsburgh restaurants, traveling, playing board games, relaxing on the beach, writing, and spending time with family.
Current Research Projects
Education & Training
- University of Pennsylvania, BA, Psychology (English minor)
- University of Michigan, PhD, Clinical Psychology
- Predoctoral Internship: The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
- Postdoctoral Clinical Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Postdoctoral Research Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Department of Psychiatry Developmental Alcohol Research Training Program T32
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist