He is also the Associate Director of the Institute for Measurement, Methodology, Analysis, and Policy (IMMAP). He received his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Psychology from East Texas State University and his Ph.D. in Psychology from Texas A&M-Commerce. His research areas have a broad focus on individuals with emotional and behavioral disorders, assessment of risk (particularly violence risk), and strategies for reducing interpersonal violence. He is particularly interested in implementation of positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) in at-risk populations, such as incarcerated youth.