Department of Psychology

Eastern Michigan University

United States

A Michigan native, Dr. Byrd double-majored in Psychology and Women's Studies at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, earning a B.A. with Distinction (1991-1994). Dr. Byrd went on to complete her M.S. (1999) and Ph.D. (2004) in Clinical Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno. Her primary mentor at UNR was Dr. William O’Donohue, though her work was also strongly influenced by Drs. Nicholas Cummings and Steven Hayes. Dr. Byrd is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Michigan and, in addition to her work at EMU, maintains a small private practice. Dr. Byrd is the author of numerous articles and book chapters.

In addition, Dr. Byrd was the Coordinator of the Clinical-Behavioral MS Program at EMU from 2005-2010 and has been the Practicum Coordinator since 2003. Dr. Byrd teaches two courses at the undergraduate level, General Psychology (PSY 101) and Self Analysis and Control (PSY 203). At the graduate level, she teaches Child and Family Therapy, Clinical Organizational Management, and two practicum courses. In addition, Dr. Byrd is actively involved in providing clinical supervision to both MS and Ph.D. students at the EMU Psychology Clinic.

Dr. Byrds research interests include the integration of behavioral and medical care in primary healthcare settings, particularly in the area of pediatrics, and the incorporation of acceptance based strategies in the treatment of medically ill populations.