Interns 2009– 2010

Sarah Halpert, M.A. Pre-Doctoral Intern	Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (anticipated 2010), Catholic University M.A. in General Psychology (2007), Catholic University B.S. in Behavioral Neuroscience (1999), Brown University As a graduate student, Sarah pursued a variety of clinical interests in the Washington DC area, where she is originally from, including at the VA Medical Center, a local elementary school, a private practice and two Counseling Centers (Catholic University and American University). In addition to assessments and psychotherapy, Sarah has received training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness. As a therapist, her approach is integrative and pragmatic, incorporating both cognitive-behavioral and dynamic techniques with the ultimate goal of helping the client achieve meaningful change and insight. Sarah's clinical interests include mood disorders, trauma-related work, anxiety, disability and developmental issues (e.g., transition to college, grief, relationships and body image).
Jennifer Kane , M.A. Pre-Doctoral Intern	Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (anticipated 2010), George Mason University M.A. in Clinical Psychology (2007), George Mason University B.A. in Psychology (2004), American University Jennifer is originally from Andover, Massachusetts but has lived in the DC area for the past 8 years.  Jennifer studied psychology at American University and went on to pursue a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at George Mason University shortly after.  She is now in her 5 th year of doctoral training and plans to graduate in August of 2010.  Jennifer's research and clinical work focus on recovery from trauma.  This has included her dissertation research on posttraumatic growth in college students, as well as research and clinical work with Veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.  Jennifer is particularly interested in the treatment of anxiety disorders and other stress related conditions.  She has worked with individuals, couples, and families in community mental health centers, hospitals, and counseling centers.  In addition, Jennifer spent 3 months living and working in San José, Costa Rica, and hopes to continue to pursue clinical work in Spanish as well as to explore the field of multicultural psychology.
Jessica Parrillo, M.A. Pre-Doctoral Intern	Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology (anticipated 2010), University of Georgia Psychology M.A, M.Ed in Psychological Counseling (2003), Teacher's College, Columbia University B.A. in Psychology (2001), Washington and Lee University Jessica is originally from New Jersey and is a visiting doctoral student from the University of Georgia. Prior to arriving at JHU, Jessica has worked at a variety of university counseling centers throughout her graduate education and professional experiences. She finds working with the college population to be both challenging and rewarding as nearly every aspect of students' being are questioned and challenged during this critical developmental stage. Her specific clinical interests include working with college students on women's issues, trauma, sexual abuse, eating disorders, interpersonal relationship issues, and identity development. As a therapist, Jessica uses an integrative approach with an emphasis upon interpersonal process. She believes that it is important to work with clients in a supportive and collaborative manner with the goal of bringing about meaningful change, and to utilize the therapeutic relationship to promote more adaptive ways for the client to reach their treatment goals . She approaches each client with the belief that they must be understood as an individual whose worldview and sense of self has been informed through many social and cultural interactions. As a result, therapy must be individualized and culturally sensitive. It should seek to value the client as an individual, understand his/her needs, and utilize this information in the selection of interventions. She hopes clients can reach better clarity on how to realize their potential through work in therapy. Outside of the office, Jessica enjoys running, cooking and exploring different restaurants, spending time with loved ones and friends, outdoor activities, and reading.
Iris Song, M.A. Pre-Doctoral Intern	Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (anticipated 2010): Chicago School of Professional Psychology M.A. in Clinical Psychology (2006): Chicago School of Professional Psychology B.A. in Psychology (2001): University of Minnesota. Iris is originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota, but has spent the past 5 years living in Chicago, Illinois to complete her graduate education.  Iris' previous clinical experiences include: providing psychological assessments at the Center for Psychology and Forensic Studies; providing therapy services at the Marjorie Kovler Center for the Treatment of Survivors of Torture; providing therapy services at the University of Chicago's Student Counseling and Resource Services; and providing psychiatric assessments at Northwestern Memorial Hospital's Emergency Department. Iris works from a psychodynamic perspective, while working with clients in a collaborative and process-oriented manner.  Her professional interests include interpersonal and intrapsychic issues, identity concerns, stress due to acculturation or cultural differences, individuals affected by political conflict, trauma, and resilience.
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