Lucia J. Stubbs
PhD, Licensed Psychologist, Health Service Psychologist
Madison,WI
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished psychologist with nearly a decade of experience in leadership, advocacy, and culturally responsive psychological practice. Proven track record in developing and managing programs that improve access to mental health care, building collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, and influencing policy through research and advocacy. Licensed psychologist and member of the National Register of Health Service Psychologists since 2018. Skilled in strategic planning, program development, and member engagement, with a commitment to fostering innovation, inclusion, and excellence in professional psychology.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certificates
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Practice Owner
Deeper Insights, LLC
09.2018 - Current
- Established and led a thriving private practice specializing in culturally responsive, trauma-informed psychological services.
- Conducting comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for diverse populations, utilizing tools such as WISC-V, ADOS-2, and NEPSY-II.
- Secured and managed grant funding to expand services for marginalized communities.
Developed policies and procedures to enhance service accessibility, compliance, and efficiency. - Providing clinical supervision and mentorship to trainees and early-career psychologists, ensuring the application of best practices in assessment and intervention.
- Providing psychotherapy services specializing in culturally-tailored treatments and trauma-informed care to treat a variety of presenting issues using integrative interventions: Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)
- Presenting on topics such as culturally informed care and trauma-focused interventions to professional audiences
Co-Founder
Consultation Group
11.2023 - Current
- Established a peer consultation network focused on advancing best practices in neuropsychology and assessment.
- Provided guidance and consultation to Wisconsin-based testing psychologists and clinicians to enhance service delivery.
- Focused on addressing complex clinical and systemic challenges in high-needs populations.
Research Psychologist
University of Wisconsin-Waisman Center
05.2024 - Current
- Lead psychologist for autism-specific diagnostic evaluations and developmental assessments for bilingual and underserved toddlers.
- Conducting autism-specific diagnostic evaluations and developmental testing for bilingual toddlers.
- Facilitating psychoeducation for patients and families, increasing understanding of diagnoses, child development, mental health issues, and available resources.
- Collaborating on interdisciplinary research team that includes speech and language pathologists, and undergraduate and graduate students.
- Training and supervising graduate students and research assistants, ensuring adherence to rigorous research protocols and culturally responsive practices.
Research Psychologist
University of Wisconsin-Waisman Center
02.2021 - 05.2024
- Led autism-specific diagnostic evaluations and developmental assessments for bilingual and underserved populations as part of research on language acquisition and cognitive development
- Analyzed data and disseminated findings through scholarly publications, conference presentations, and media outlets
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to influence research-based practices in developmental psychology
Director of Clinical Services
True Believers, LLC
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Provided executive leadership overseeing both clinical operations and organizational administration.
- Developed and implemented organizational policies to improve service delivery, compliance, and clinical safety.
- Supervised multidisciplinary teams of clinicians, ensuring adherence to evidence-based and culturally informed practices.
- Designed and led professional development initiatives for clinicians, fostering a culture of ongoing learning and quality improvement.
- Supervised clinical staff, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and fostering professional development
- Conducted comprehensive psychological evaluations for clients across the lifespan, focusing on pediatric populations
- Collaborated effectively with other organizational leaders on cross-functional projects, further improving overall service offerings available to patients and their families.
- Fostered an inclusive work environment that valued diversity, leading to increased employee satisfaction and engagement levels.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff input on process enhancements and best practices adoption.
Primary Care Behavioral Health Specialist
Group Health Cooperative
03.2017 - 08.2018
- Served as the sole PCBHC in two different clinics for a number of PCPs working directly with primary care providers to assess, diagnosis, and inform a plan of care for patients with a variety of mental and behavioral health needs
- Treated patients that presented with various mental/behavioral health needs with evidence-based interventions such as : CBT, trauma-informed care, ACT, motivational interviewing, behavioral activation, AODA recovery planning, ADHD evaluations, chronic pain assessments and interventions, developmental assessments, dementia screening, and reality-testing
- Provided crisis intervention, safety planning, and risk reduction for patients
- Developed and conducted supervision program for masters-level trainees to promote foundational clinical competencies
- Created and presented information regarding organizational and self-care to groups of 200 people
- Developed and presented on chronic pain intervention protocol that was implemented clinic-wide into primary care behavioral health
- Created a structured protocol for conducting dementia screening within primary care behavioral health
Behavioral Health Consultant Doctoral Fellowship
Access Community Health Centers
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Worked within the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PBCH) model as a Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) to primary care providers Worked directly with primary care providers to assess, diagnose, and form a plan of care for patients.
- Implemented brief assessments and a variety of interventions to improve health and functioning of culturally diverse patients across the lifespan.
- Treated patients with a range of healthcare needs - chronic pain, disordered substance use, chronic illness management, medication non-adherence, attentional impairments, cognitive deficits, health behavior/lifestyle, developmental issues - milestone delays, social/interpersonal difficulties, transitions throughout the lifespan, family dynamics, etc.
- Provided various types of interventions including: CBT, trauma-informed care, ACT, motivational interviewing, behavioral activation, reality testing, AODA recovery planning, chronic pain management, etc.
- Facilitated weekly psychiatric consultation meetings and referred patients for psychiatric consultations
- Coordinated care for patients including charting via SOAP notes and bridging patients to specialized services
- Provided crisis interventions for patients
- Co-developed a research project investigating clinical issues related to Latine patients
- Facilitated interdisciplinary seminars
- Co-developed a consultation program for a Milwaukee-based agency developing BHC at their primary care clinic
Pre-Doctoral Psychology Intern
Shorehaven Behavioral Health
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Provided approximately 20 hours of direct service to patients each week
- Managed approximately between 30 to 40 patients at a given time
- Provided clinical services to patients ranging from 5 to 54 years of age and of diverse educational, socioeconomic, language, and racial-ethnic backgrounds
- Completed comprehensive structured diagnostic assessments for each patient at the time of intake
- Formulated case conceptualizations of current symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment plans for each patient/family
- Collaboratively coordinated care with patients, primary care physicians, psychiatrists, social workers, etc.
- Implemented interventions within a biopsychosocial framework using a variety of modalities including CBT,
- Assessed appropriateness of psychiatric treatments and completed referrals when appropriate
- Coordinated and facilitated psychiatric appointments with patients and psychiatrist(s)
- Completed comprehensive psychological evaluations for children and adults to obtain a diagnostic profile that
- Assisted in the development of psychoeducational materials, enhancing client knowledge and self-awareness around mental health issues.
Provisional Clinical Specialist
Bayside Care Center - Journey Mental Health Center
04.2013 - 08.2013
- Provided clinical care on a 10-bed emergency services inpatient unit for adult men and women experiencing
- Acute psychiatric symptoms including suicidality, psychosis, and safety concerns.
- Conducted intakes, including initial assessments and development of preliminary treatment plans and safety management
- Completed ongoing suicide risk and safety assessment as well as treatment planning and progress monitoring
- Administered and managed medication
- Facilitated individual and group therapy, coordinated comprehensive services, and connected patients with community resources.
- Served on a multidisciplinary team comprised of psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers, in which we worked collaboratively to promote the well-being of a diverse and rapidly changing caseload of patients
Assessment Psychologist
Wisconsin Early Autism Project
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Conducted diagnostic evaluations using structured diagnostic interviews, empirically based assessments, and behavioral observations.
- Certified in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2).
- Administered pre-treatment psychological evaluations assessing cognitive, adaptive, and language functioning.
- Performed yearly psychological evaluations to monitor developmental skills and/or delays.
Conducted neuropsychological evaluations, including administration of the NEPSY and D-KEFS. - Administered a wide range of standardized assessments, including but not limited to: Wechsler series, Woodcock-Johnson, Preschool Language Scales, Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals, Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development, Mullen Early Scales of Learning, Conners series, Vineland series, Behavior Assessment System for Children, Wide Range Achievement Test, Trauma Symptoms Checklist.
- Interpreted and disseminated results to parents, treatment teams, and within integrated psychological reports.
- Conducted debriefing sessions and provided families and care team providers with diagnostic information and treatment planning recommendations.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Counseling Psychology
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI 09.2009 - 05.2016
Master of Arts - Counseling
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI 09.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Social Work/Psychology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI 01.2003 - 12.2007
Skills
Policy & Governance Leadership: Advocated for mental health policy improvements and service expansion initiatives at city and state levels
Certification
Licensed Psychologist, WI, 2017
Affiliations
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
- Wisconsin Psychological Association
- American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology
- American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology
- American Psychological Association - Division 40, Society for Clinical Neuropsychology
- American Psychological Association - Division 54, Society for Pediatric Psychology
- American Psychological Association - Division 56, Trauma Psychology
Timeline
Research Psychologist
University of Wisconsin-Waisman Center
05.2024 - Current
Co-Founder
Consultation Group
11.2023 - Current
Autism Diagnostic Interview Training, 2016 and 2021
10-2021
Research Psychologist
University of Wisconsin-Waisman Center
02.2021 - 05.2024
Practice Owner
Deeper Insights, LLC
09.2018 - Current
Director of Clinical Services
True Believers, LLC
07.2018 - 06.2020
Primary Care Behavioral Health Specialist
Group Health Cooperative
03.2017 - 08.2018
Assessment Psychologist
Wisconsin Early Autism Project
02.2016 - 02.2017
Behavioral Health Consultant Doctoral Fellowship
Access Community Health Centers
09.2014 - 09.2015
Pre-Doctoral Psychology Intern
Shorehaven Behavioral Health
09.2013 - 09.2014
Provisional Clinical Specialist
Bayside Care Center - Journey Mental Health Center
04.2013 - 08.2013
Doctor of Philosophy - Counseling Psychology
Marquette University
09.2009 - 05.2016
Master of Arts - Counseling
Marquette University
09.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Social Work/Psychology
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
01.2003 - 12.2007
Publications
- Stubbs, L. J. (2021). Review of The Clinical Guide to Assessment and Treatment of Childhood Learning and Attention Problems.
- Stubbs, L. J. (2016). The impact of teen intimate partner violence on subsequent new dating experiences among Latinas (Doctoral dissertation). ProQuest Dissertations Publishing. 10104387.
- Edwards, L. M., & Stubbs, L. J. (2012). Towards the prevention of sexual risk taking among Latina youth. In E. M. Vera (Ed.). The Handbook of Prevention in Counseling Psychology, Oxford Press.
- Edwards, L.M., Stubbs, L., Guerrero, J., Tassara, M., & Durrah, D. (2011, August). Gender differences in religiosity and well-being outcomes among Latino/a adults. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Washington, DC.
- Edwards, L. M., Barber, B. N., Jarrett, K., Kowalski, A. E., Mayor, R. C., Newcomb, S., Green, M. B., & Stubbs, L. (2009, August).Differences in aspects of familism across ethnically diverse college students. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Toronto.
Presentations
- Stubbs, L. J. (2023). **The Power of Human Potential through Education.** Keynote Speaker, Eastern Star Foundation Scholarship.
- Stubbs, L.J. (2018, April). Do You Still Care?: Continuing to be Better Together. Speech presented at the Group Health Cooperative-Southcentral Wisconsin Annual All Staff Meeting, GHC-SCW).
- Stubbs, L.J. (2017, July). Navigating through the Doctoral Journey: Be the Tree that Bends. Speech presented at the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee).
Highlights
Advocacy and Policy Influence :
- Advocated for equitable mental health policies through collaborations with local organizations at the city and county level.
- Served as a board member and contributed to initiatives focused on increasing access to mental health care for underserved populations.
Strategic Leadership and Collaboration :
- Designed and implemented strategic plans to grow and sustain private practice operations, leveraging partnerships with community organizations.
- Individually developed, wrote, and submitted an infrastructure grant proposal, which was successfully approved, securing funding to enhance service capacity and operational sustainability.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, schools, and nonprofits to enhance service delivery for high-needs communities.
Member Engagement :
- Increased engagement among professional peers by facilitating virtual workshops on topics like cultural humility and trauma-informed care.
Teaching Experience
Language Arts Instructor - Summer 2013
University of Wisconsin - Madison - People Program; Madison, Wisconsin
- Designed and delivered an intensive three-week curriculum for 16 diverse rising 11th-grade students, fostering critical literacy and analytical thinking.
- Taught essential writing skills, including conventions, effective word choice, sentence fluency, and structured organization.
- Leveraged students' interests—reality television, poetry, and music—to explore issues of social justice, privilege, and civil liberties through an interactive learning model.
- Integrated Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins to critically examine societal structures, inequalities, and ideals, engaging students in discussions on power, oppression, and resistance.
Adjunct Psychology Professor - Academic Spring Semester 2012
Cardinal Stritch University; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Developed and instructed an undergraduate Child Psychology course, covering developmental stages from prenatal growth to middle childhood.
- Designed a comprehensive curriculum that integrated psychological theory, research, and real-world applications to enhance student engagement.
- Led discussions on cognitive, emotional, and social development, fostering critical analysis of child development frameworks.
Teaching Assistant - Academic Spring Semester 2008
- Milwaukee College Preparatory School; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Provided individualized and small-group academic support in math and reading, reinforcing key learning objectives.
- Facilitated critical discussions, guiding students in expanding their analytical thinking and written expression.
- Led an after-school program for 5th and 6th graders which included tutoring, managing children's behaviors, and developing age-appropriate recreational activities.
English Teaching Assistant - Academic Spring Semester 2005
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Provided one-on-one and group instruction, supporting students in mastering course material and refining their writing skills.
- Facilitated critical discussions, guiding students in expanding their analytical thinking and written expression.
- Researched and incorporated diverse educational resources to enhance comprehension of complex literary and rhetorical concepts.
Core Competencies
- Policy Development & Compliance
- Strategic Planning & Organizational Growth
- Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy
- Program Development & Implementation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Professional Development & Supervision
- Financial Oversight & Grant Acquisition
- Governance & Board Leadership
Board & Governance Experience
- Board Member | Rainbow Project – Advocating for trauma-informed care initiatives and systemic policy change.
- Chronic Pain Board | Group Health Cooperative – Developed integrative care strategies for managing chronic pain within primary care settings.
- Psychopharmacology & Behavioral Health Board | Access Community Health Centers – Contributed to clinical guidelines for psychotropic medication management and behavioral health integration.
Publications
- Stubbs, L. J. (2021). Review of The Clinical Guide to Assessment and Treatment of Childhood Learning and Attention Problems.
- Stubbs, L. J. (2016). The impact of teen intimate partner violence on subsequent new dating experiences among Latinas (Doctoral dissertation). ProQuest Dissertations Publishing. 10104387.
- Edwards, L. M., & Stubbs, L. J. (2012). Towards the prevention of sexual risk taking among Latina youth. In E. M. Vera (Ed.). The Handbook of Prevention in Counseling Psychology, Oxford Press.
- Edwards, L.M., Stubbs, L., Guerrero, J., Tassara, M., & Durrah, D. (2011, August). Gender differences in religiosity and well-being outcomes among Latino/a adults. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Washington, DC.
- Edwards, L. M., Barber, B. N., Jarrett, K., Kowalski, A. E., Mayor, R. C., Newcomb, S., Green, M. B., & Stubbs, L. (2009, August).Differences in aspects of familism across ethnically diverse college students. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Toronto.
Presentations
- Stubbs, L. J. (2023). **The Power of Human Potential through Education.** Keynote Speaker, Eastern Star Foundation Scholarship.
- Stubbs, L.J. (2018, April). Do You Still Care?: Continuing to be Better Together. Speech presented at the Group Health Cooperative-Southcentral Wisconsin Annual All Staff Meeting, GHC-SCW).
- Stubbs, L.J. (2017, July). Navigating through the Doctoral Journey: Be the Tree that Bends. Speech presented at the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee).
Highlights
Advocacy and Policy Influence :
- Advocated for equitable mental health policies through collaborations with local organizations at the city and county level.
- Served as a board member and contributed to initiatives focused on increasing access to mental health care for underserved populations.
Strategic Leadership and Collaboration :
- Designed and implemented strategic plans to grow and sustain private practice operations, leveraging partnerships with community organizations.
- Individually developed, wrote, and submitted an infrastructure grant proposal, which was successfully approved, securing funding to enhance service capacity and operational sustainability.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, schools, and nonprofits to enhance service delivery for high-needs communities.
Member Engagement :
- Increased engagement among professional peers by facilitating virtual workshops on topics like cultural humility and trauma-informed care.
Teaching Experience
Language Arts Instructor - Summer 2013
University of Wisconsin - Madison - People Program; Madison, Wisconsin
- Designed and delivered an intensive three-week curriculum for 16 diverse rising 11th-grade students, fostering critical literacy and analytical thinking.
- Taught essential writing skills, including conventions, effective word choice, sentence fluency, and structured organization.
- Leveraged students' interests—reality television, poetry, and music—to explore issues of social justice, privilege, and civil liberties through an interactive learning model.
- Integrated Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins to critically examine societal structures, inequalities, and ideals, engaging students in discussions on power, oppression, and resistance.
Adjunct Psychology Professor - Academic Spring Semester 2012
Cardinal Stritch University; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Developed and instructed an undergraduate Child Psychology course, covering developmental stages from prenatal growth to middle childhood.
- Designed a comprehensive curriculum that integrated psychological theory, research, and real-world applications to enhance student engagement.
- Led discussions on cognitive, emotional, and social development, fostering critical analysis of child development frameworks.
Teaching Assistant - Academic Spring Semester 2008
- Milwaukee College Preparatory School; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Provided individualized and small-group academic support in math and reading, reinforcing key learning objectives.
- Facilitated critical discussions, guiding students in expanding their analytical thinking and written expression.
- Led an after-school program for 5th and 6th graders which included tutoring, managing children's behaviors, and developing age-appropriate recreational activities.
English Teaching Assistant - Academic Spring Semester 2005
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee; Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Provided one-on-one and group instruction, supporting students in mastering course material and refining their writing skills.
- Facilitated critical discussions, guiding students in expanding their analytical thinking and written expression.
- Researched and incorporated diverse educational resources to enhance comprehension of complex literary and rhetorical concepts.
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