Clinical Psychology PhD candidate at SDSU/UC San Diego Joint Doctoral Program. #harmreductionist, drug war abolitionist. Research: HIV, substance use, stigma, resilience, health disparities Clinical: trauma, addiction, couples/sex therapyhttps://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3mejyxqr3k22zStill riding the high from presenting my dissertation work at #2026HIVNextGen. What a powerful space—brilliant research, real-world impact, and a community that truly lifts each other up. Feeling grateful and recharged.10 Feb 2026 22:25 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3mejyxqr3k22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3me4umcdcz227Presenting at #CHIPTS today on my dissertation work examining profiles of intersectional discrimination and their implications for HIV prevention and care. Feeling grateful to share this research in a space focused on equity, community, and meaningful impact. #2026HIVNextGen05 Feb 2026 17:02 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3me4umcdcz227https://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3lysw2speus22Starting a 3-day EFT training today. So grateful to keep growing as a couples therapist and weaving this with IBCT to support deeper connection. More ways to help couples turn “ugh” into “us” 💙14 Sep 2025 18:25 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3lysw2speus22https://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3ltzkoyd3g22vPsychology needs your voice. The Diversifying Psychology Workshop for students from underrepresented backgrounds on the path to a PhD. Get guidance on CVs, personal statements, research, and connect with current students and faculty. Aug 16 | Free 🔗 https://tinyurl.com/DivPsychWorkshop15 Jul 2025 18:44 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltzkoyd3g22vhttps://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3ltpetmut6222Now available Open Access! https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10461-025-04810-y?utm_source=rct_congratemailt&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=oa_20250711&utm_content=10.1007%2Fs10461-025-04810-y [contains quote post or other embedded content]11 Jul 2025 17:32 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3ltpetmut6222https://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3lszjq646gk2yWe had a great time at our annual Community Appreciation BBQ this weekend. We served food, distributed harm reduction and hygiene supplies, and connected with our community. Deep gratitude to our volunteers and community members for keeping each other safe! #HarmReduction #Naloxone #SSP03 Jul 2025 01:01 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3lszjq646gk2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3lrr5javv6226Excited to share that the first project I worked on in grad school was accepted for publication in AIDS and Behavior! We used mixed methods + the Health Beliefs Model to examine barriers and facilitators of PrEP adherence among transgender & nonbinary folks. 🏳️‍⚧️ #HIV #PrEP #TransHealth #LGBTQResearch16 Jun 2025 23:36 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrr5javv6226https://bsky.app/profile/paltind.bsky.social/post/3lrj6zb5ofc2bHi BlueSky 👋🏽 I’m finally making the leap from Twitter/X to join all my favorite academics and researchers here. Starting this thread to introduce myself—excited to reconnect and meet new folks too!13 Jun 2025 19:42 +0000at://did:plc:3b2mjw5ibbfittu5qwf2leeu/app.bsky.feed.post/3lrj6zb5ofc2b