Nallely Sanchez

Dedicated Psychology graduate with a minor in Special Education from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Strong foundation in mental health, research, and educational settings. Passionate about pursuing a graduate degree in Clinical Psychology, with the goal of advancing knowledge and practice in the field. Committed to follow a career in Clinical Psychology, driven by a strong desire to support others. Looking to build upon my educational foundation to contribute to the advancement of Clinical Psychology and support individuals facing mental health challenges.

• Mental Health First Aid Certification

• Psychological First Aid (PFA) Certification

• QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) Gatekeeper Certification

Relevant Coursework

• Abnormal Psychology
• Research Methods in Psychology
• Basic Statistics for Psychology
• Test & Measurements
• Social Psychology
• Sensation and Perception
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Physiological Psychology
• Theories of Learning

Undergraduate Research Projects

• Conducted research on behavioral interventions and cognitive development
• Analyzed data on learning processes and the impact of reinforcement strategies
• Presented findings in coursework and academic discussions

Parenting Style & College Success Research – Research Methods, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

• Examined the impact of parenting styles on students' capacity to succeed in college.
• Designed and distributed surveys to assess parental influence on academic motivation and performance.
• Analyzed data using statistical methods to determine correlations between parenting approaches and college achievement.
• Presented research findings highlighting the role of authoritative, authoritarian, and permissive parenting styles in shaping students' resilience and academic success.
• Utilized SPSS to perform statistical analysis and interpret results.

Animal Psychology Research – University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

• Investigated differences in persistence between male and female lions in exhibiting territorial behaviors.
• Designed and conducted a study to analyze whether male lions display more consistent territorial behaviors compared to females, drawing parallels to human territoriality.
• Collected and interpreted behavioral data, utilizing comparative psychology frameworks.
• This study utilized methods of observation and analysis to determine any sociological or ecological influences.
  
• Presented findings in a formal research paper and powerpoint, discussing implications for animal behavior and evolutionary psychology.