FEATURED TRAINEE - KAYLA LAROSA, PhD

Dr LaRosa is working as a Pediatric Psychology fellow at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital where she is partaking in research related to bright light therapy to reduce fatigue and improve mood symptoms in pediatric patients with cancer. In addition, she is supporting research examining the effectiveness of treatment for narcolepsy and hypersomnia in pediatric craniopharyngioma.

WHO ARE YOUR BSM MENTORS?

My current research mentors are Valerie Crabtree, PhD, CBSM and Belinda Mandrell, PhD, RN, PNP. I have really enjoyed working with them thus far!

HOW DID YOU GET INTERESTED IN BSM?

I originally became interested in BSM while working with veterans and service members experiencing comorbid sleep disorders and traumatic brain injury. In addition, I found myself often addressing sleep concerns while working with young children and their families. I found this work fascinating and rewarding!

WHAT ARE YOUR CAREER GOALS?

My career goals are to continue working with youth with chronic health conditions who are also experiencing comorbid sleep difficulties.