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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Theresa Nowak, PhD, NCSP is an Associate Professor in the Psychology Department at Eastern Kentucky University. She has many years working on behalf of and with children organizations, schools, and private practice. She is currently working on the RPT credential.
Teri.Nowak@
eku.edu
Shirley Chaise Smith, BS is a graduate student at EKU. He currently works as a Mental Health Tech, serving children and adolescents with moderate to severe behavioral health needs. Shirley is advancing his education and career towards licensure to continue serving this population.
Shirley_smith425@mymail.eku.edu
Alexandria Farmer, MS is a doctoral candidate in the Clinical Psychology program at Eastern Kentucky University. Her training focuses on serving child and adolescent populations in a variety of settings. She wishes to continue working with children utilizing play therapy after obtaining a psychology license.
Alexandria_farmer20@mymail.eku.edu
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