Holly Lebda
Licensed Professional Counselor-Candidate
Lawton,US
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Assistant
Culture and Fiction Lab Cameron University, William and Stephanie Stern
Lawton, US
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Olivo, J., Lebda, H., Franz, C., Stern, W., Stern, S. (March, 2021). Presented the following research: They May Be a Jerk, but They're My Jerk: Judgments of Unethical Behaviors by Fictional Characters [Poster Presentation]. Oklahoma Research Day, Cameron University.
- Stern, W., Lebda, H., Stern, S., (2021, November). Cancel Culture: Political Crusade or Intergroup Bias?. SOUTHWESTERNpsychologist, 14(3). Retrieved from https://www.xcdsystem.com/swpsych/files/SWPA%20Newsletter%20%5BFall%202021%5D.pdf
- Lebda, H., Graham, M., Stern, W., Stern, S. (March, 2022). Presented the following research: Never, Ever Expect a Nuanced Conversation: Cancel Culture and Intergroup Bias [Poster Presentation]. Oklahoma Research Day, Cameron University.
- Lebda, H., Stern, W., Stern, S. (April, 2022). Presented the following research: Cancel Culture and Intergroup Bias [Poster Presentation]. Southwestern Psychological Association Convention.
- Thesis titled 'Cancel Culture and Intergroup Bias'. Supervisor: Associate Professor Dr. William Stern, Cameron University.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Student Worker
Cameron University
Lawton, US
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions and directed individuals to office locations.
- Offered quality clerical support to department personnel.
- Managed supplies, processed new orders and maintained inventory organization for team.
- Maintained excellent customer service and positive attitude towards guest, customers and fellow teammates.
Practicum Student
Jim Taliaferro Community Mental Health Center
Lawton, US
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Worked with industry professionals to further drive learning goals.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes and schedules.
- Worked with professors and community groups to develop personal projects for program research support.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Participated in lecture classes and asked compelling questions to further solidify learning.
- Took extensive notes to document lessons and further solidify learning objectives.
- Utilized professor office hours to clarify topics needing elaboration.
- Built rapport with guidance counselors to further hone educational objectives.
Server
International House of Pancakes
Tulsa, Lawton, US
06.2014 - 09.2019
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
- Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Substitute Teacher
Educational Solution Services
Lawton, OK
08.2022 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Cameron University
Lawton, OK 08.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK 08.2008 - 05.2019
Leadership and Awards
Psi Chi Honor Society - President AY 2021/2022 - Cameron University
Student Government Association - President AY 2021/2022 - Cameron University
Who's Who Among Students - Top 10 AY 2021/2022 - Cameron University
Student Researcher of the Year AY 2021/2022 - Cameron University
Affiliations
Psi Chi Honor Society
Student Government Association
American Counseling Association
Oklahoma Counseling Association
References
Paul James, MS, LPC, Ph.D., Instructor, Department of Psychology, Cameron University 580-581-5905
Karla Oty, Ph.D., Director, Institutional Research, Cameron University 580-581-2899
William Stern, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Cameron University 580-581-2567
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Educational Solution Services
08.2022 - Current
Practicum Student
Jim Taliaferro Community Mental Health Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
Research Assistant
Culture and Fiction Lab Cameron University, William and Stephanie Stern
01.2021 - 05.2022
Student Worker
Cameron University
09.2019 - 09.2021
Master of Science - Behavioral Sciences
Cameron University
08.2019 - 05.2022
Server
International House of Pancakes
06.2014 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Central Oklahoma
08.2008 - 05.2019