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Shayla Lawrence

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Singing
  • Theater
  • Social Justice

Reading

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Bio

Hi, my name is Shayla Lawrence! I’m an aspiring Clinical Psychologist with a focus on children and adolescents. I am a proud alumna of Howard University and currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology at Teachers College, Columbia University. I am deeply passionate about mental health care and advocacy, particularly for minority youth. My long-term goals include research on culturally responsive therapeutic approaches and working to expand access to mental health services in underserved communities.

Education

Teachers College at Columbia University

Master's degree program

2025 – 2027

Majors:
  • Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Howard University

Bachelor's degree program

2021 – 2025

Majors:
  • Psychology, General
Minors:
  • Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Master's degree program
Graduate schools of interest:
Teachers College at Columbia University
Desired degree modality:
In-Person
Medical school interest:
Yes

Career

  • Clinical Intern

    Individual & Family Services · Cayuga Centers

    Jan 2023 – Jan 2023

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Mental Health Care
Work experience:
4 years
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Entrepreneurship
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