InterBeing Lab

InterBeing lab focuses on whole family health by increasing caregivers’ intrapersonal and interpersonal well-being with effective reflective practices, such as mindfulness, self-compassion, and mindful parenting. Our ultimate goal is to increase caregivers’ capacity to promote stronger positive childhood experiences for young children and family relationships.

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Rhoda Witmer

Graduate Student

Rhoda Witmer  is a first-year school psychology graduate student from Lexington, SC. She studies human trafficking. 

When she’s not researching, attending class, or raising children, she enjoys naps, crime shows, and staying fit.

Human trafficking

Strength-based

Families

Elliso Carlien

Undergraduate Research Assistant 

Elliso Carlien is a second-year undergraduate student from Anderson, South Carolina, pursuing a BS in Nursing and a BA in Psychology. Her academic and research interests focus on child and adolescent mental health, trauma-informed care, and reducing stigma while advocating for marginalized communities. Outside of her academic work, she enjoys crocheting, reading, cooking, and mountain biking.

Collin Taylor

Undergraduate Research Assistant

Hello, my name is Collin Taylor and I am from Spartanburg, South Carolina. I currently attend the University of South Carolina as a double major in Psychology and Philosophy. My main research interests are adolescent and child mental health, therapeutic interventions, and alternative therapies like music therapy. In my free time, I enjoy reading, writing poetry, watching movies, listening to music, traveling, and watching professional wrestling.

Emily Johnson

Clinical Psychologist

Emily Johnson is a licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in early childhood development. Her work at the InterBeing Lab focuses on providing clinical insights and assisting with developmental assessments. Emily’s role is to bridge the gap between research and practical applications, working directly with families to provide feedback and resources. With a strong background in early intervention, Emily helps interpret research findings for caregivers and clinicians, emphasizing real-world solutions for social development challenges. Emily also coordinates with local healthcare providers to ensure findings are shared with the broader community. Her empathetic and supportive approach makes her a trusted resource for families participating in lab studies.

Ellie Kate Grant

Undergraduate Research Assistant

My research interests lie at the intersection of developmental and forensic psychology, focusing on how human development shapes legal outcomes and behaviors within the justice system. By examining how Adverse and Positive Childhood Experiences (ACEs and PCEs) alter cognitive, emotional, and social development across the lifespan, I aim to strengthen support systems and interventions for vulnerable populations.

Fun-fact: I have a radio show on WUSC 90.5!

Juvenile Delinquency

Self-Compassion

Father Involvement

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Juvenile Delinquency

Self-Compassion

Father Involvement

Father Involvement

Maggie O’Hanley

Research Assistant

Hi! My name is Maggie O’Hanley.  I am a first-year graduate student here at USC in the Counseling Eds Program. My research interests include mental health, trauma, developmental psychology, parenting, and family dynamics. 

Fun fact about me: alongside my academic endeavors, I’m in the process of becoming a yoga teacher!
 

Mental Health

Developmental  Psychology

Parenting

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Margo Pershyna

Graphic Designer + Illustrator

Margo Pershyna is an award-winning graphic designer and illustrator with a passion for branding, advertising campaigns, and narrative illustration. Graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BFA in Studio Art and Design, Margo uses her attention to detail and bold visual style to create eye-catching designs.

Margo has worked with the InterBeing Lab since she was a sophomore, and has redesigned materials the InterBeing Lab website and the CHIME/CHIME+ Programs.

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