The core mission of the Prevention Science Institute is to improve the lives and well-being of children, individuals, and families throughout the lifespan.
At the University of Oregon, we are committed to expanding our understanding of programs that effectively meet the needs of all families while supporting healthy adult and child adjustment.
Meet our Coaches!
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Anne Marie Mauricio
I have been a child and family therapist for over 20 years and have 10 years of experience offering the Family Check-Up to parents. I am also a parent to a 10-year-old child. I am passionate about working with parents to support and empower them to strengthen their parenting skills and family relationships
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Kate Hails
I am a therapist who has been using the Family Check-Up model with families for over five years. I love working with parents of children of all ages and am passionate about supporting parents to help their children thrive, especially during stressful times.
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Jordan Matulis
Coming from a large family filled with children, I am very passionate about working with children and families to strengthen family bonds and empower parents to support their child in any challenges that may arrive. I have been working with children of all ages and their families for over 10 years, specifically working in early childhood development settings and as a family and child therapist. I aim to let my families lead their experience to ensure that our work meets the need of every unique family.
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AnnaCecilia McWhirter
I am a Spanish- and English-speaking bilingual psychologist resident who has been working with children and families for over 10 years. I am interested in promoting family empowerment through effective and culturally appropriate parent training, and supporting families in enhancing their mental health, relationships, and overall wellbeing.
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Jennifer Hoskins
I am a family therapist and mom to six kids who are full of fun and energy. My background is in social work that is focused on developmental delay and disability. I love working with families of children who need a little extra support and bring a little extra spice to their family! I was a young mom, and I didn’t go to school to become a family therapist until my kids were older. So, I know what it is like to want the best for my kids and wish I had more tools to help them. Parenting can be full of love and wonder while also being hard and tiring. My commitment to you is that I’ll share with you the best of my knowledge and together we will come up with a game plan that serves your family.
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Julia Tienson
I am a bilingual clinical social worker, serving Spanish and English-speaking families. I became a mom in 2020 and am filled with joy, gratitude and humility for the gifts and challenges of being a parent. I am passionate about early childhood and the exciting milestones, attachment, and connections that happen for both kids and caregivers during this time. I am enthusiastic about the Family Check-Up and this accessible adaptation of the model that fits the busy lives and constant demands of being a caregiver. In our work together, we will focus on areas that are most important to you. We will tailor these evidenced based parenting strategies to best fit your experience, enhancing your skills and supporting your strengths.
Yo soy una trabajadora social bilingüe que sirva familias hispanohablantes e ingleses. Yo convertí en ser madre en 2020 y estoy llena de alegría, gratitud y humildad por las bendiciones y retos de ser madre. Yo estoy apasionada de la primera infancia y los hitos emocionantes, el vínculo entre niño y padre, y las conexiones que ocurren por ambos adultos y niños durante esta etapa. Estoy entusiasmada sobre el Family Check-Up and esta adaptación accesible del modelo que es adecuado para las vidas ocupadas y exigentes de ser guardián. En nuestro trabajo juntos, nos enfocáramos en las áreas más importante a usted. Adaptáramos estas estrategias basada en evidencia para relacionar a su experiencia, aumentando sus habilidades y apoyando sus fortalezas.