Abigail Wasinger, B.S.

Academic Interests and Expertise

• Master of Science in Clinical Psychology – Emporia State University (In Progress)
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Kansas State University (2023)

Publications

• Davis, I. R, Pickens, C., McKinney, A. R. (September 2022). Effects of Adolescent Amphetamine Exposure on Goal Directed Behavior in Adulthood: Poster presentation at the Pavlovian Society, Milwaukee, WI.

Professional Experience

Behavioral Research Laboratory: Undergraduate Research Assistant (2020 – 2023) Supervisor: Charles Pickens, PhD

Clinical Experience

• Flint Hills Neuropsychology – Manhattan, KS
• Administrative Assistant & Behavioral Technician (2021 – 2024)
• Pawnee Mental Health – Manhattan, KS
• Client Support Provider (2022 – 2023)

Awards and Honors

• Sewell Scholarship Recipient (2023)
• Financial assistance to undergraduate students who conducted a research project under the direct supervision of a faculty member.
• K-State Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry (OURCI) Award (Spring 2021)
• K-State Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Inquiry (OURCI) Ambassador (Fall 2022 – Spring 2023)
• President of SoPsyched Psychology Honors at Butler Community College (Fall of 2019)

Patents and other Intellectual Property

Trainings and Certifications

• Adult Mental Health First Aid (September 2024)
• Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) Crisis Intervention (January 2023)

Areas of Service

• I enjoy working with both young and older adults from diverse backgrounds and value the unique perspectives they bring to the therapeutic process.
• My goal is to create a supportive environment where individuals feel understood and empowered in their personal growth.