A Psychologist's Approach to Meaning, Motivation, and Focus
Rachael turns complex psychological research into practical tools for businesses. Focused on mental energy and well-being, she helps teams switch from just getting by to truly thriving. Her research-based methods ensure employees stay engaged, focused, and productive.
Expertise & Qualifications
Applied Psychology
- Cultivating Psychological Capital
- Work-Life Integration
- Proactive Burnout Prevention
- Cognitive Load Optimization
- Team Resilience Mapping
- Strengthening Organizational Health
Research Methodology
- Data-Driven Behavioral Toolkits
- Quantitative Performance Metrics
- Qualitative Synthesis to Decode Team Dynamics
- Applied Clinical Science
Coming Soon!
- Strengths-Based Career Pathways
- Workflow Habit Creation
- Cognitive Energy Preservation
- Psychological Safety & Regulation
1996-present
2022-2026
2022
Applied Psychologist & Research Methodologist
Specialized clinical practice and research consultation focusing on sustainable professional flourishing. Advanced the application of research methodology to corporate wellness, providing senior leadership with cognitive behavioral strategies to preserve psychological resources and maintain peak output over long-term careers.
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Conference Presentations: International Positive Psychology Association, Canadian Positive Psychology Association, Society for Humanistic Psychology (Div. 32 of APA), Kentucky Psychological Association, University of Cincinnati, University of Kentucky Spring Research Conference, CINSAM Seminar Series, University of Louisville Spring Research Conference, Mixed Methods International Research Association Annual Conference, All Ohio Counselor's Conference
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Clients Served: Northern Kentucky University Division of Institutional Effectiveness, NKU Career Services Department, Project Hope (city of Newport, KY), Boone County Schools, Kenton County Schools, Southgate Independent Schools
Senior Lead Design Researcher, Kaleidoscope Innovation
Led user-centered UX and usability research cycles across complex, technology-driven systems, generating actionable insights throughout the product lifecycle (generative through summative).
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Directed ethnographic, interview-based, heuristic, focus group, and usability research to inform product and design strategy.
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Conducted descriptive and inferential statistical analysis.
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Defined research scope and priorities in highly ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
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Designed and executed time-and-motion studies to identify workflow inefficiencies and UX friction points.
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Synthesized qualitative insights into journey maps that surfaced pain points and emotional drivers.
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Translated research findings into decision-ready narratives for stakeholders.
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Led flourishing initiative to improve employee engagement.
UX Researcher, Meta (contract)
Conducted UX and longitudinal benchmark studies to evaluate and improve the Quest 2 VR headset user experience, primarily using descriptive and inferential statistics.
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Led accessibility-focused studies with individuals with physical disabilities to inform inclusive Quest 2 design improvements.
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Conducted in-depth user interviews, analyzed qualitative data, and created stakeholder
deliverables.
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Partnered with product, design, and engineering teams to align research strategy with product goals.
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Delivered actionable insights that informed product design and development strategy, improving usability and functionality.
Thought Leadership & Selected Publications
Unlock Hidden Productivity: A Research Guide for Industrial Designers
Kaleidoscope Innovation, Insights + News 2023
5 Psychology Principles that Strengthen Design Research
Kaleidoscope Innovation, Insights + News 2025
Qualitative Research: AI's Role in Analysis Advancement
Kaleidoscope Innovation, Insights + News 2023
Grit Within the Context of Career Success: A Mixed Methods Study
Doctoral Research, International Journal of Applied Positive Psychology