Dr. Erin R. Yosai
Licensed Psychologist
Nationally Certified School Psychologist
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Therapist | Consultant | Creative
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TREATMENT LENS
Every psychologist has a unique lens through which they formulate treatment. Let me tell you a little about mine.
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Growing up is a tough process, and is sometimes traumatic, lonely, and fearful. Our thoughts, behaviors, feelings, and environments are all interconnected and impact our health.
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Therapy provides scientifically-based ways to learn skills and boost wellness + happiness through intentional practice.
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We all have unique strengths and difficulties that impact our every day physical, mental, and social health. Life is not black and white. In order to treat, teach, or understand, you have to value diverse backgrounds and identities.
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Focusing on education, connection, resiliency, and mindfulness can drastically improve quality of life for many youth.
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ABOUT
Youth and families deserve the best academic and mental health care firmly rooted in best practice. I offer my expertise in culturally-responsive, positive school psychology intervention, supervision, academic coaching, and consultation.
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A Kansas girl born and raised, I started learning about psychology and mental health at Baker University (2008).
My goal of becoming a professor led me on a graduate school journey through Montana and Illinois. I earned my Master's degree in Psychological Science from Montana State University (2012). My love for both academia and clinical work encouraged me to continue on and earn my Ph.D in School Psychology from The University of Montana (2017). The path diverged eastward to the University of Illinois' Disability Resources + Educational Services office for my Internship and Post-Doctoral clinical training (APA-approved; 2017-2018). Soon after, I entered academia as an Assistant Professor at the University of Northern Colorado. In 2021, I was thrilled to return to my Kansas roots as an Associate Professor and the clinical training director for the school psychology program at the University of Kansas.
EDUCATION
2017 - University of Montana
Doctor of Philosophy in School Psychology (APA-Accredited)
Missoula, MT
2012 - Montana State University
Master's of Science in Psychological Sciences
Bozeman, MT
2008 - Baker University
Bachelor's of Science in Psychology
Baldwin City, KS
WORK EXPERIENCE
2021
Associate Professor of Practice
Director, Center for Psychological Services & Clinical Training
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
2018- 2021
Assistant Professor of School Psychology
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
2017-2018
Clinical Counselor - Disability Resources and Educational Services
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL