Good questions deserve good company.

Connect with SHIP Lab about research experience, graduate training, or collaboration.

Bring your interests, experience, and questions. We’d like to hear what draws you to the work.

Introduce yourself

Undergraduate researchers

Get closer to the research process.

Interested in self-harm prevention, clinical psychology, or quantitative research? Email Dr. López to ask about opportunities to contribute and learn.

Share a little about your academic interests, relevant experience, and availability. Attach a résumé or CV if you have one. The lab will discuss whether there is a suitable opportunity.

Ask about research experience

Prospective graduate students

Build a foundation for the questions ahead.

Explore Texas State’s Master of Arts in Psychological Research and contact Dr. López about research fit and possible mentorship.

The program focuses on psychological research and does not provide training for clinical licensure. See the university’s program page for current admissions requirements and deadlines.

Research and community partners

Connect expertise with shared purpose.

We welcome conversations with researchers, clinicians, and community organizations interested in youth mental health, self-harm prevention, and translating evidence into practice.

Tell us about your work and the question or opportunity you would like to explore together.

Start a conversation

Get to know the lab.

Learn about our director’s background, training, and approach to the work.

Meet the director