Shalynn brings clinical insight and healthcare operations experience to her work at the BRiTE Center, combining frontline patient care experience with system-level management. Her interests include translating research into clinical practice through thoughtful implementation strategy and operational excellence, with a focus on strengthening healthcare systems and improving patient and caregiver experiences through collaborative team coordination and data-informed decision-making.

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Early in her career, Shalynn provided behavioral health therapeutic services to clients in the mid-west, including emergency services. This clinical experience shaped her understanding of the frontline challenges clinicians and patients face and motivated her transition into healthcare systems and program management. She has since managed research operations at organizations including the University of Washington, Seattle Children’s Hospital, and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. At these institutions, she further developed experience in quality improvement, program evaluation, care coordination, and supporting patient-centered initiatives across complex healthcare systems.

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Shalynn holds a Master of Public Health from George Washington University, a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Anthropology.

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She enjoys exploring the mountains, connecting with her community, and spending time with family and friends.