Overview

Dr. Beeler is an Assistant Professor and Program Chair in School Psychology. Her research interests include behavioral principles of learning, academic interventions, and evidence based diagnostic and treatment services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Information

Areas of Teaching Interest

CESP 914: Consultation

CLES 861 Behavioral, Social, Emotional Assessment

CESP 859: Curriculum based assessment and intervention

CLES 715: Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis

CLES 721: Fundamental Elements of Behavior Change

CESP 977: Internship in School Psychology

Professional Experience

Wichita State University

School Psychology, Wichita, KS

Coordinator, School Psychology Program | 2019- Present

Responsible for organizing course offerings, supervising and advising students, and maintaining the accreditation and prestige of the Wichita State school psychology program.

Coordinator, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Certificate | 2019- Present

Responsible for organizing course offerings and content of ABA certificate courses, advising students, and maintaining course requirements for approved verified course sequence.

Assistant Professor, School Psychology Program | 2018- Present

Responsible for teaching graduate level courses; utilizing applied learning/teaching strategies; providing clinical supervision for graduate students completing their internship requirements; engaging in research activities; advising students; participating on university, college, and department committees; and engaging in community service activities.

Heartspring

Wichita, KS

Temporary Licensed Psychologist, Pediatric Service Department | 2018- 2019

Implemented evidence-based assessment and treatment services for children with developmental and behavioral concerns in an outpatient setting

Supervisor: Katherine Mick, Ph.D.

Egyptian Public and Mental Health Department

Eldorado, IL

Predoctoral Internship, Community Mental Health | 2017-2018

APPIC and APA accredited internship. Conducted outpatient assessment and treatment for common developmental and behavioral problems, such as noncompliance, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, disruptive school/home behaviors, anxiety and mood-related concerns in a rural community mental health clinic. Coordinated with substance abuse counselors, family resource developers, wraparound specialists, school, and medical professionals. Provide outpatient and home based behavioral management services for children with developmental disabilities and traumatic experiences.
Supervisors: Matt Buckman, Ph.D., Brenda Huber, Ph.D.

Minor Rotations: Gallatin Wellness Center (Primary Care)
Conducted outpatient assessment and implement evidence-based treatment in a primary care setting. Coordinate with a nurse practitioner and medical doctor.

Wabash and Ohio Valley Special Education District
Conduct psycho-educational evaluations and provide treatment recommendations for children with learning, developmental, and intellectual disabilities. Serve on an interdisciplinary team comprised of teachers, administrators, speech-language pathologists, audiologist, physicians, clinical social workers, and school social workers.

Areas of Service

Faculty Support Committee, member
January 2020- Present

Graduate Coordinator Committee, member
January 2019- Present

School Psychology Program Committee, member
August 2018- Present

Advanced Program Committee, member
August 2018- Present

Serve on College level committee for Accreditation Steering Committee, member
August 2018- Present

WSU School Psychology Advisory Council, member
August 2018- Present

Additional Information

Education

Oklahoma State University; Stillwater, OK. Ph.D. Educational Psychology. Major Concentration- School Psychology. Specializations- Applied Behavior Analysis and Advanced Interventions (May 2018)

 Oklahoma State University; Stillwater, OK. M.S. School Psychometrics. (May 2014)

 University of South Florida; Tampa, FL. B.A. Psychology (May 2013)

Licenses and Certificates

Temporary Licensed Psychologist, September 2018

Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP), September 2018

Trauma-Informed Child Welfare Certification, January 2018

Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy throughout the lifespan, learning collaborative Certification, October 2017