His research interests include the development of substance use disorders with a particular focus on factors that contribute to alcohol disorders among emerging adults. He is also interested in the implementation of advanced statistical methods in order to address substantive research questions. He is a principal investigator of SAMHSA-funded project which involves implementing a SBIRT model among medical professionals serving in west Texas. He received a PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Missouri and completed his clinical internship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.