Research Interests
Overview
Work History
Education
Clinical Observation Experience
Clinical Leadership & Training
Certification
Timeline

Ava Dudley

Sunrise Therapeutic Services
Boydton,VA
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience
  • Christian Intervention
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Prevention & Early Intervention
  • Clinical Research
  • Psychotherapy Process and Outcome Research

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

2 Years
Sunrise Therapeutic Services | 08.2024 - Current
  • Engaged in ongoing training to refine techniques in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
  • Managed crisis situations with professionalism, ensuring the safety of all individuals involved while adhering to established protocols.
  • Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Implemented behavior intervention plans under BCBA supervision.
  • Guided families and caregivers in applying behavior intervention strategies, strengthening support networks for clients.
  • Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board at all times during practice.
  • Collected data, documentation, and analyzed behaviors within treatment progress.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members for comprehensive treatment planning and optimal outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Liberty University | Lynchburg, VA | 05-2023

Master of Arts - Applied Psychology

Liberty University | Lynchburg, VA | 05-2026

Clinical Observation Experience

  • To be Updated -
  • Is set for the month of September 2026
  • Clinical supervisor Emily Spence, LPC
  • Clinical supervisor Ginger Freeman, LPC, CSAC

Clinical Leadership & Training

Interdisciplinary Collaboration Coordinator - Sunrise Therapeutic Services, South Hill, VA

Interdisciplinary Staff Education - Coordinator Role 

  • Developed and coordinated interdisciplinary or psychology-related staff education opportunities.
  • Identified educational topics relevant to staff development and client care.
  • Developed brief educational handouts, presentations, or staff resources.
  • Invited or coordinated with qualified outside professionals to provide education within areas of expertise.

Certification

  • Licensed RBT : 2025 -2026 (Current)
  • Canvas ACT Certification, Sunrise Therapeutic Services - 2026
  • HIPPA Compliance Training, Sunrise Therapeutic Services - 2025, 2026
  • Mandated Reporter Training, Sunrise Therapeutic Services - 2026
  • CPR certified - 2025
  • Mental Health First Aid Adult Certification, Virginia Department Health and Developmental Services - 2026
  • Mental Health First Aid Youth Certification, Virginia Department Health and Developmental Services - 2026
  • Psychological First Aid Certification, John Hopkins University - 2026
  • Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology Certification, American Psychological Association (Psychological Research Specialization) - 2026
  • Statistics in Psychological Research Certification, American Psychological Association (Psychological Research Specialization) - 2026
  • Ethics of Psychological Research Certification, American Psychological Association (Psychological Research Specialization) - 2026
  • Disorders Related to Trauma Certification, American Psychological Association (Psychological Research Specialization) - 2026
  • Evidence Based Psychotherapy Certification, University of California, Santa Cruz - 2026

Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Sunrise Therapeutic Services
08.2024 - CurrentRead More

Liberty University

Master of Arts from Applied Psychology
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Liberty University

Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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Ava Dudley