IPN Spotlight: Ambreen Shahabuddin, MS, LLP (Third year doctoral fellow in the Clinical Psychology Program at Eastern Michigan University (EMU) in Ypsilanti, Michigan)
Ambreen is currently in her third year doctoral fellow in the clinical psychology program at Eastern Michigan University (EMU) in Ypsilanti, Michigan. After receiving her Masters degree in clinical behavioral psychology from EMU in 2011, Ambreen was employed at the University of Michigan where she worked with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Specifically, she implemented behavioral interventions to reduce aberrant behavior problems such as self-injurious behaviors (SIBs). Ambreen decided to return to school after 3 years to obtain her PhD, and to continue working with children with ASD.
What skills have helped you in your career?
• Effective communication
• Confidence in myself
• And the desire to learn and become knowledgeable in my field
What do you wish you had known or done differently throughout your career?
Have confidence in yourself; don’t question your ability to achieve your goals.
What do you do for continuing education and improvement?
Attend conferences/workshops, and conduct research.
What is next for you in your career?
The next step in my career is to apply for pre-doctoral internship, graduate with my PhD in 2018, and continue working with children with ASD in an outpatient facility.
What advice would you offer to others?
Continue focusing on your goals, practice self-care, and receive comfort and support from your support system.
Areas where you can help other Ismailis:
• Prepare for graduate school admissions in psychology
• Job placement within the field of psychology
• Professional development
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