Kayla Musielak-Hanold

Kayla Musielak-Hanold, PhD, is a Part-Time Lecturer of Psychology at the University of Southern Maine, affiliated with the Department of Psychology within the College of Science, Technology, and Health. Her work emphasizes integrating clinical, research, and teaching experiences to benefit students and the broader community.

Education:

• PhD in School Psychology, Michigan State University, 2016
• MA in School Psychology, Michigan State University, 2011
• BS in Psychology (Specialization in Cognitive Science), Michigan State University, 2009

Research Interests: Dr. Musielak-Hanold focuses on biological, environmental, social, and emotional factors influencing learning and neuropsychological development. She advocates for prevention-oriented strategies and holistic approaches to mental health that avoid pathologizing frameworks. Her expertise spans clinical neuropsychology, developmental disorders, and educational psychology.

Recent Work Trends: Her publications (2012–2015) highlight a focus on pediatric neuropsychology, particularly neuroimaging studies in HIV-affected children, comparisons of neurodevelopmental conditions like nonverbal learning disability, autism, and ADHD, and advancing global perspectives in school psychology education and mentorship programs.

Advising & Grants: No formal advisees or grant information is listed in the provided text. She emphasizes community-focused work through her teaching and clinical practice.

Labs/Teams: No specific lab or team affiliations are mentioned.