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Clinical Psychology Student Profiles

Chief Residents

The position of Chief Resident is a held by an outstanding third- or fourth-year student. The Chief Resident’s primary role is to serve as a liaison between the psychology graduate student body and the faculty.

Matthew Hutnyan

“In addition to excellent clinical and research training, the climate of the Clinical Psychology Graduate Program at UT Southwestern is supportive and collaborative. Students, trainees, faculty, and staff are committed to your success, and that is felt throughout the four years.”

Matthew Hutnyan

Research Topic: Neurocognitive Aspects of Serious Mental Illness

Logan Shurtz

“The Clinical Psychology Graduate Program emphasizes the development of well-rounded clinicians and researchers, offering comprehensive training across core areas of clinical psychology while encouraging students to pursue and cultivate their individual fields of interest.”

Logan Shurtz

Research Topic: Neuropsychological Factors Contributing to Concussion Recovery


Student Profiles

Davon Breedlove

“The Clinical Psychology Graduate Program prepares students to become leaders in evidence-based, equity-focused care across a range of populations and specialties. Faculty are highly invested in mentorship and innovation, and the culture encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and compassion.”

Davon Breedlove

Research Topic: Functional Neurological Disorders (FND)

Savannah Dieste

“The Clinical Psychology Graduate Program gives students a rare opportunity to train at an academic medical center, offering numerous advantages such as clinical rotations in interdisciplinary settings, psychiatric emergency department experience, mentorship from clinician-researchers, and exposure to diverse patient populations across the DFW metroplex.”

Savannah Dieste

Research Topic: Psychosocial Risk and Protective Factors for Trauma-Exposed and Suicidal Youth