Caitlyn Brown has a Master's degree in Clinical-Counseling Psychology from Valdosta State University with a 3.6 GPA. She has over 700 practicum hours and experience administering cognitive and personality assessments. Her master's thesis examined the relationship between personality traits, narcissism, and academic entitlement. She is currently collecting data on social media usage and narcissism as predictors of academic entitlement. Brown has taught undergraduate psychology courses as an adjunct instructor and guest lecturer. She also has experience as a research assistant and overseeing an online research participation system.

1. Caitlyn A. Brown
4052 Chadwyck Drive * Valdosta, GA 31605
cabrown@valdosta.edu * 770-355-6152
EDUCATION
Valdosta State University
M.S. Clinical-Counseling Psychology 2015
GPA: 3.6
Completed coursework:
Intellectual Assessment
Personality Assessment
Psychopathology
Counseling Theory/Practice
Counseling Culturally Diverse Populations
Research Design and Analysis
Academic/Behavioral Assessment
History of Psychology
Pre-Practicum
Legal/Ethical Issues in Psychology
Group Counseling
Practicum I (200 Hours)
Practicum II (200 Hours)
Practicum II (300 Hours)
Forensic Psychology
Thesis
B.A. Psychology 2013
B.A. Philosophy & Religious Studies 2013
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
2014-Present
Psi Chi, graduate member
2013-Present
D.A.R.E volunteer
Animal rescue and educational organization
2013-Present
Georgia Psychological Society, student member
2011-Present
Psychology Club, student member
2011-Present
Sigma Alpha Pi
National Society of Leadership and Success
2010-Present
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Research Assistant, VSU Psychology Department (2012-2013)
Conducted data collection for three professors within the Psychology Department:
administering surveys and other experimental elements and providing information for
informed consent.
Sona Systems Administrator for the Valdosta State University Psychology Department (2013-
2016)

2. Train and work with professors and students who are currently or prospectively conducting
research. Cumulating and delivering data to participating professors in regards to research
participation. Serve as communications liaison for participants, researchers, and primary
investigators within the Sona Systems.
Examining the Relationship Between Personality, Narcissism Types, and Academic
Entitlement
Master’s Thesis (completed on November 30, 2015)
This study aims to explore the relationship between study participants’ personality traits and
the factors of Narcissism and Academic Entitlement. This study examined participants on
five personality traits (i.e., Openness, Conscientiousness, Agreeableness, Neuroticism,
Extraversion) as measured by the Big Five Inventory (BFI), which is based on the Five
Factor Model of personality. BFI Dimension scores and Overt and Covert Narcissism
scores were used to evaluate the potential predictive relationship those scales had on
Academic Entitlement. Scores on the BFI were compared to participants’ self-reported
ratings of Academic Entitlement, Covert Narcissism, and Overt Narcissism. Overt
Narcissism scores were also examined to determine the predictive value of the BFI
dimensions on Narcissism levels. Participants were 208 students at a southeastern
university in the United States. Conscientiousness, Neuroticism, Agreeableness and
Covert Narcissism were predictors of Academic Entitlement. Males reported significantly
higher levels of Academic Entitlement. Big Five Personality dimensions were
significantly correlated with Overt Narcissism scores. Results and implications for future
research are presented.
PRACTICUM/INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Valdosta State University Counseling Center
Intern (Spring 2015-December 2015), 700 hours
Cognitive Assessment Battery
Examiner (Spring 2016) under Supervision of Dr. Jennifer Branscome, Ph.D.
Cognitive Assessment Battery
Examiner (Summer 2016) under Supervision of Dr. Katharine Adams, Ph.D.
CURRENT/UPCOMING PROJECTS/PRESENTATIONS
Social Media Study
Currently collecting data with Dr. Branscome and Dr. Whatley of the VSU Psychology
department using a Social Media Scale and Narcissism scale to determine whether they
are predictors for student’s level of academic entitlement.
Branscome, J., & Brown, C. (February 26, 2016). Teaching cross-cultural competence:
Strategies and suggestions. 15th Annual Cross-Cultural Counseling and Education
Conference for Research, Action and Change, Coastal Georgia Center, Savannah, GA.

3. RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Branscome, J., Cunningham, T., Kelley, H., & Brown, C. (2014). ADHD: Implications for
School Counselors. Georgia School Counselors Association, 21(1).
Branscome, J. & Brown, C. (April 5, 2015). Culturally Competent Counseling. 10th Annual
Georgia Psychological Society Conference, Paine College, Augusta, GA.
Breneiser, J.E., & Brown, C. (February 19, 2015). “Comparing Student Performance:
Traditional Versus Blended Structure,” TIES Innovations Showcase. Valdosta State
University, Valdosta, GA.
Coffey, C. A., & Brown, C. (April 5, 2014). Reaction time and accuracy as evidence of own-
race bias in eyewitness identification, 9th Annual Georgia Psychological Society
Conference. Coastal College of Georgia, Brunswick, GA.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
January 2016-present
Position: Adjunct Instructor
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
PSYC 1101: Introduction to General Psychology
Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA
August 2014-December 2015
Position: Guest Lecturer
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA
PSYC 1101: Honors Introduction to Psychology
Covered the reliability and validity of personality assessments such as MMPI-2, MCMI-III,
Rorschach and Thematic Apperception Test.
PSYC 3400: Abnormal Psychology
Covered Schizophrenia and Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders.
PSYC 4800: Introduction to Clinical Psychology
Covered basic clinical interventions.
PSYC 4900: History of Psychology (taught in the Czech Republic)
Covered Wilhelm Wundt’s early life, significant contributions to the field, and his mentors and
predecessors.
August 2013-December 2015
Graduate Assistant/ Sona Systems Administrator
Valdosta State University Department of Psychology
Valdosta, GA
Oversee Sona System, an online participation system for conducting experiments and research in
the Psychology Department. Conducted researcher training for individuals using Sona,
organize information for experiments being conducted by the Psychology Department.
Developing and administering video alternatives for individuals unable to participate in
research per IRB standards. Cumulating and delivering data to participating professors in

4. regards to research participation. Serve as communications liaison for participants,
researchers, and primary investigators within the Sona systems.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Selected In House Trainings
 Acceptance Based Therapy and Self-Confidence
 Depression and Self-Talk Techniques
 Professional Development and Career Preparation
 Veteran’s PTSD
 Substance Use
 Anxiety/Stress from a Systemic Perspective
 Personality Disorders
 Culturally Competent Suicide Assessment
 Managing Sessions with Different Types of Clients
 Eating Disorders
Professional Trainings
 Domestic Abuse and Violence Prevention, HAVEN, 2015
 Animal Assisted Interventions, PESI, 2015
AWARDS
Valdosta State University
 2015 Outstanding Clinical Masters Student
ASSESSMENT EXPERIENCE
WISC-IV
WAIS-IV
WJ-III NU Test of Cognitive Abilities
WJ-III Test of Achievement
WRAT-R
Stanford-Binet
UNIT
MMPI-2
Beck’s Depression Inventory
Beck’s Anxiety Inventory
BADS
WIAT-III
ADHDT
MCMI-III
BASC-2