Doctoral Student
UNC Greensboro
Greensboro, North Carolina, United States
Shae Nester (they/them) is a doctoral student pursuing a Ph.D. in clinical psychology at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro in the USA, where their current research is focused on using experience sampling designs to understand momentary dissociation and interoceptive functioning among trauma survivors. Prior to pursuing their Ph.D., they received their master’s degree in clinical psychology at Towson University in 2021, where they worked in the Treatment of Patients with Dissociative Disorders research lab with Dr. Bethany Brand. Here, their research was primarily focused on non-suicidal self-injury, and the assessment and treatment of dissociative disorders. Shae then worked with the DIssociative Disorders and Trauma Research Program (DDTRP) at McLean Hospital for one year. As part of these research teams, Shae produced close to 20 published manuscripts. They currently serve as an ongoing research consultant for several external collaborations, including with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, University of Maryland’s SAFE Center, and Survivor Alliance. They have over 8 years of clinical experience working with trauma survivors, with a particular focus on severe childhood abuse, sex trafficking, and complex dissociative disorders. They provide outpatient therapy and assessment at the UNCG Psychology Clinic. Shae is a member of the ISSTD Scientific Committee and Annual Awards Committee and was the recipient of the 2023 Outstanding Student Award from ISSTD for their critical contributions to the field of trauma and dissociation. Shae is passionate about teaching and mentorship and hopes to pursue a research-oriented career as a tenure-track professor following their doctoral program.
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An Ambulatory Investigation of Momentary Interoception and PTSD Symptoms
Friday, March 14, 2025
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM US Eastern Time
