2022 University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO
Joint Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and Neuroscience
Mentors: Christopher Lowry Ph.D., Erik Wilcutt Ph.D.

2018 University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO
M.A. in Clinical Psychology
Mentors: Irene Blair Ph.D., Erik Wilcutt Ph.D.

2013 New York University Center for Neural Science, New York, NY
M.S. in Neuroscience and Physiology
Mentor: Lynne Kiorpes, Ph.D.

2008 Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA
B.S. in Biotechnology 
Magna Cum Laude

Nyer M. B., Foster S., Petrie S. R., Mac Giollabhui N., Gould D. A., Flux M. C., Norton R., Nagaswami M., Ding G. A., Cross G. E., Sorensen C., Dalvie A., Jahan A., Kessler L. R., Sandal L. M., Marquart B. M., Middlemist B. H., Mehta D. H,, Streeter C., Uebelacker L., Lamon-Fava S., Mason A., Jain F., Sauder T., Raison C., Fava M., Miller K. K., Lowry C. A., Mischoulon D. (2024) Inflammatory cytokine findings from a randomized controlled trial of heated yoga for depression. Brain, Behavior, and Immunity Integrative. doi: 10.1016/j.bbii.2024.100089

Choquette, E. C.*, Flux, M. C.*, Moseman, S. E., Chappelle, S., Naegele, J., Upshaw, V., Morton, A., Paulus, M. P., Feinstein, J. S., Khalsa, S. S. (2023). Impact of Floatation Therapy on Body Image and Anxiety in Anorexia Nervosa: A Randomized Clinical Efficacy Trial. doi: 10.2139/ssrn.4285497. Available at SSRN 4285497.

Flux M. C., Smith D. G., Allen J. J. B., Mehl M. R., Medrano A., Begay T. K., Middlemist B. H., Marquart B. M., Cole S. P., Sauder C. J., Lowry C. A., Raison C. L. (2023). Association of plasma cytokines and antidepressant response following mild-intensity whole-body hyperthermia in major depressive disorder. Transl Psychiatry. 13(1):132. doi: 10.1038/s41398-023-02402-9.

Flux M. C., Lowry C. A. (2023). Inflammation as a mediator of stress-related psychiatric disorders. In: Zigmond MJ, Wiley CA, Chesselet M-F, eds. Neurobiology of Brain Disorders: Biological Basis of Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders. Academic Press: Elsevier; 2023:885–911. 

Hoisington A. J., Stamper C. E., Bates K. L., Stanislawski M. A., Flux M. C., Postolache T. T., Lowry C. A., Brenner L. A. (2023) Human microbiome transfer in the built environment differs based on occupants, objects, and buildings. Sci Rep. 2023 Apr 20;13(1):6446. doi: 10.1038/s41598-023-33719-6

Flux M. C., Fine T. H., Poplin T., Al Zoubi O., Schoenhals W. A., Schettler J., Refai H. H., Naegele J., Wohlrab C., Yeh H. W., Lowry C. A., Levine J. C., Smith R., Khalsa S. S., Feinstein J. S. (2022). Exploring the acute cardiovascular effects of Floatation-REST. Front Neurosci.16:995594. 10.3389/fnins.2022.995594. 

Foxx, C. L., Heinze, J. D., Gonzalez, A., Vargas, F. D., Baratta, M. V., Elsayed, A. I., Stewart, J. R., Loupy, K. M., Arnold, M. R., Flux, M. C., … & Lowry, C. A. (2021). Effects of immunization with the soil-derived bacterium Mycobacterium vaccae on stress coping behaviors and cognitive performance in a "two hit" stressor model. Frontiers in Physiology. 11.

Flux, M. C. & Lowry, C. A. (2020). Finding intestinal fortitude: Integrating the microbiome into a holistic view of depression mechanisms, treatment, and resilience. Neurobiology of Disease, 135, 104578. doi: 10.1016/j.nbd.2019.104578

Gruber, J., Tobias, M, R., Flux, M. C., & Gilbert, K. E. (2019). An introduction to positive emotion and psychopathology. In Gruber, J. (Ed.), Oxford Handbook of Positive Emotion and Psychopathology. New York, NY: Oxford University Press. 1-9.

Lowry, C., Flux, M., Raison, C. (2018). Whole-body heating: An emerging therapeutic approach to treatment of major depressive disorder. FOCUS, 00:1–7; doi: 10.1176/appi.focus.20180009 

Burney, S., Hoang, N., Caruso, M., Dudkin, E. A., Ahmad, M., & Bouly, J. P. (2009). Conformational change induced by ATP binding correlates with enhanced biological function of Arabidopsis cryptochrome. FEBS letters, 583(9), 1427-1433. 

Sarma, J. D., Ciric, B., Marek, R., Sadhukhan, S., Caruso, M. L., Shafagh, J., & Rostami, A. (2009). Functional interleukin-17 receptor A is expressed in central nervous system glia and upregulated in experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis. Journal of Neuroinflammation, 6(1), 14.

Marek, R., Caruso, M., Rostami, A., Grinspan, J. B., & Sarma, J. D. (2008). Magnetic cell sorting: a fast and effective method of concurrent isolation of high purity viable astrocytes and microglia from neonatal mouse brain tissue. Journal of Neuroscience Methods, 175(1), 108-118

*These authors share first authorship

O’Brien-LeBlanc, S., Doyle, A. [Presenter], Flux, M. C., Ernest-Cohen, M., Soki, S., Remedios, J., Page-Gould, E., & Danyluck, C. (2024, June 20). Beyond binary: Rethinking gender in psychological science [Data blitz presentation]. Canadian Psychological Association Social and Personality Psychology Pre-conference, Ottawa, ON, Canada.

Choquette E. M., Adamic E. M., Ralph-Nearman C., Flux M. C., Chappelle S., Naegele J., Upshaw V., Morton A., Touthang J., Ly R., Feusner J. D., Arevian A. C., Moseman S. E., Paulus M. P., Feinstein J. S., Khalsa S. S. (2023) Therapies focused on positively enhancing interoceptive awareness may offer a promising avenuse for treating body image and associated symptoms of anorexia nervosa. Poster presented at the NIH Interoception Meeting, Bethesda, MD.

Flux M. C., Kent K. R., Heinze J. D., Siebler P. H., Elsayed A. I., Duggan D. A., Schmidt D., Vitaterna M. H., Turek F. W., Fleshner M., Dorrestein P. C., Knight R., Wright K. P. Jr, Lowry C. A. (2020) Effects of M. vaccae, a bacterium with anti-inflammatory and immunoregulatory properties, on power differences in periodograms of mice experiencing circadian disruption. Poster planned to be presented at inVIVO 2020, 9th Annual Conference of inVIVO Planetary Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. (Conference cancelled)

Flux, M. C., Lowry, C. A., Feinstein, J. S. (2020) Exploring the effects of Floatation-REST on blood pressure and its interaction with changes in state anxiety. Poster planned to be presented at the American Psychosomatic Society Annual Meeting, Long Beach, CA. (Conference cancelled)

Cho C. L., Heinze J. D., Sago S. A., Kienzle D. M., Peña A. G., Vargas J., Schmidt D., Stamper C. E., Flux M. C., Smith D. G., Elsayed A. I., Duggan D., Jones J., Tran L., Siebler P. H., Thompson R. S., Fleshner M. R., Vitaterna M. H., Turek F. W., Dorrestein P. C., Knight R., Wright K. P., Lowry C. A. (2018) Effects of immunization with the environmental bacterium Mycobacterium vaccae and chronic circadian disruption on the microbiome and metabolome of inbred C57BL6/N mice. Poster presented at the Society for Neuroscience Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA.

Stamper C. E., Hoisington A. J., Bates K. L., Stanislawski M. A., Flux M. C., Krauter K. S., Lowry C. A. (2018) Spatial and longitudinal influences on accurately predicting a microbiome “biofingerprint”. Poster presented at Indoor Air 2018, The 15th Conference of the International Society of Indoor Air Quality & Climate (ISIAQ), Philadelphia, PA.

Bart C. P., Caruso M. L., Ng T. H., Titone M. K., Abramson L. Y., Alloy L. B. (2016) Impulsivity Differentially Interacts with Reward Sensitivity to Predict Substance Abuse and Depression. Poster presented at the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies conference, New York, NY.

Caruso M. L., Hamilton J. L., Ng T., & Alloy, L. B. (2015) Aggression and Life Events as Mediators of High Behavioral Approach System (BAS) Sensitivity and Social Rhythm Disruption among Late Adolescents. Poster presented at the Bipolar Special Interest Group at the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies conference, Chicago, IL.

Caruso M. L., Hamilton J. L., Ng T., & Alloy, L. B. (2015) Impulsivity and Life Events as Mediators of High Behavioral Approach System (BAS) Sensitivity and Social Rhythm Disruption among Late Adolescents. Poster presented at the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies conference, Chicago, IL.

Caruso, M. L., Majaj, N., Movshon, J. A., & Kiorpes, L. (2012) Decoding of Motion Information by Normal and Amblyopic Macaque Monkeys. Poster session presented at the annual Society for Neuroscience, New Orleans, LA.

Flux, M. C., (2026, May). Artificial Intelligence in Publishing and Peer Review: Opportunities and Ethical Challenges. Society for Behavioral Medicine Webinar Series. Presented online as part of ongoing continuing education provided by SBM. 

Flux, M. C., (2026, April). Digital Sugar Rush: AI as the Refined Sweetener of Social Learning. The 2026 Annual eLearning Consortium of Colorado Conference.   Presented online.

This presentation won the People’s Choice Award for Outstanding AI Session

Ostro, C. R., Frankel-Goldwater, L., Bhave, R., Vanderveen, A. M., Flux, M. C., Fisher, W., Emi, B., (2025, December). AI and its Nuances: A Book Report. LDG Course Design Series. Presented online.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2025, August). From the Microbiome to the Exposome:
Using Science to Inform Wellness Approaches at Float Centers. The 2025 Float Conference. Presented at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue, Seattle, WA.

Flux, M. C., (2025, April). Education as Content. The Spring 2025 Faculty Showcase on Pedagogy Innovation. Presented online as part of the Learning Design Group’s regular seminar series on teaching practices.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2023, August). The Science of Games and Floating: Crafting a Unique Container to Facilitate Expansion. The 2023 Float Conference. Presented at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts, Louisville, KY.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2023, April). Sex, Power, and Healing in Society: A Psychedelic Perspective. The NYU Symposium on Psychedelic Justice. Presented on the New York University campus, New York City, NY. 

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2023, April). Psychedelics and Neurodivergent Populations: A Personal Approach to Ethical Practice. EXPAND. Presented remotely, Tulsa, OK.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2022, August). The Immune System Blues, or How I Came To Terms with the Limitations of Experimental Clinical Design and got a PhD. The 2022 Float Conference. Presented at the Cross Insurance Arena, Portland, ME. 

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2021, August). Floatation-REST and the Immune System: A Second Look. The 2021 Float Conference. Presented at the Wisconsin Center, Milwaukee, WI. The Buoy Project. Presented online as part of the Buoy Project Webinar Series. 

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2020, November). Floatation REST and the Immune System
Episode V: The Cytokine Strikes Back. Presented online via Zoom as part of the Buoy Project, a Float Tank Solutions presentation. 

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2020, September). The importance of floating in the time of COVID-19. The 2020 Float Conference. Presented online through Pathable online conference software. 

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2019, December). Art, A Matter of Mind. Science and Society Speaker Series. Presented at the Fiske Planetarium, Boulder, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker), (2019, November). This is Your Brain on Drugs. Monthly Psychedelics Lecture Series. Presented at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2019, September). Floating from the Heart: Understanding the relationship between biomarkers of cardiac activity and Floatation REST. The 2019 Float Conference. Presented at the Hyatt Regency Denver Centennial, Denver, CO. 

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2019, April). Art, A Matter of Mind. ATLAS Spring Seminar Series. Presented at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2019, March). Exploring the Immunological Effects of Floatation REST and its Interaction with Anxiety Sensitivity. 77th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Psychosomatic Society. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2018, August). Float and the Immune System: Stress, Sickness, Mental Health and the Role of Floatation. The Float Conference. Presented at the Newmark Theater, Portland, OR.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2018, August). Art, A Matter of Mind. Vail Symposium. Presented at the Colorado Mountain College, Edwards, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2018, June). The Immune System Blues:  A Journey Through Time, Space, and Emotion. CU Boulder Nerd Night Series. Presented at the Outback Saloon, Boulder, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2018, May). The Immune System Blues:  A Journey Through Time, Space, and Emotion. CU Boulder STEMinar Series. Presented at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2018, April). The CU HALFTIME Study:
Health and Lifestyle effects from Team Identification at a Major Event. 37th Annual Ekstrand Memorial Mini Convention. Presented at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2016, September). A Neuroendocrine Approach to Bipolar Disorder: Exploring the Role of Testosterone in Mania. CU Boulder Clinical Research Day. Presented at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO.

Caruso, M. L. (Speaker), (2015, May). The Salience Network and Stress: A Neuroscience Perspective on Bipolar Disorder. Discovering the Mind: Unlocking the Biology of Addiction, Autism, ADHD, and Depression. Lecture conducted as part of the Sackler Brain Bench Salon Series at the American Museum of Natural History, New York City, NY.

Caruso, M. L. (Speaker) (2011, October). Using Subthreshold Motion to Identify Pooling Abnormalities in Amblyopic Visual Processing. Student Research Symposium. Presented at the Center for Neural Science at New York University, New York, NY.

2023 – Present Research Consultant
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO (Remote)
Primary Collaborator: Christoper Lowery, Ph.D.

• Collaborate on research in human affectome related to the study of human emotion and developing mood tracking software

• Collaborate on microbiome research and ongoing work on a popular press book communicating microbiome concepts to the public

2023 – 2025
Carleton University
Ottawa, Canada (Remote)
Primary Collaborator: Chad Danyluck, Ph.D.

• Mentored an undergraduate honor’s these related to gender diversity and gender equity in psychology

• Currently mentor and lead the development of a paper promoting gender equity in psychological sciences

2016 – 2022  Graduate Research Assistant
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder, CO
Mentors:Christopher Lowry Ph.D., Erik Wilcutt Ph.D.

• Doctoral Dissertation: Psychoneuroimmunology and Novel Mental Health Therapeutics: An Exploration of Immune Mechanisms (defended May 13, 2021)

  • Analyzed interaction of circulating inflammatory markers with emotion and depression outcomes in a whole-body hyperthermia clinical trial (in collaboration with Dr. Charles Raison)

  • Analyzed interaction of circulating inflammatory markers with metrics of anxiety as measured before and after Floatation-REST (Reduced Environmental Stimulation Therapy; in collaboration with Dr. Justin Feinstein)

  • Analyzed interaction of circulating inflammatory markers with metrics of posttraumatic stress disorder as part of a cannabis clinical trial (in collaboration with the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies; MAPS)

  • Conducted circadian analysis as part of a preclinical study exploring the behavioral effects of M. vaccae in rodents (funded by the Office of Naval Research)

  • Provided statistical consulting for a variety of preclinical and clinical studies both native to the lab and in collaborations

Mentor:Justin Feinstein Ph.D. & Sahib Kahlsa Ph.D. (based at the Laureate Institute for Brain Research, Tulsa, OK)

• Designed and implemented a clinical trial exploring the effects of Floatation-REST on immune system reactivity and anxiety

• Analyzed and wrote up heartrate variability data and other cardiac metrics recorded during a single session of Floatation-REST

• Analyzed and wrote up experience sampling data collected over several days following a single session of Floatation-REST

Mentors:Irene Blair Ph.D., Erik Wilcutt Ph.D.

• Master’s Thesis: Social Identity Formation at Group Events and its Implications for Physical and Mental Health (defended September 2018)

• Explored the relationship between social identity and health in participants who attend a sporting event as part of the HALFTIME study

• Coordinated with and mentored several undergraduate RAs to both assist in data collection and train in the scientific method.

• Planed experiments and analyzed data exploring how different arousal states can be protective for the physiological effects of elevated stress, prejudice, and victimization in American Indians, as part of the American Indian Stress and Health study (AISH)

2014 – 2016 Volunteer Research Assistant
Mood and Cognition Lab, Temple University
Philadelphia, PA
Supervisor: Lauren B. Alloy, Ph.D.

• Assist with three NIMH R01 prospective, longitudinal projects on first onset and course of bipolar spectrum disorders in adolescents/emerging adults, and first onset of depression and emergence of gender differences in depression in adolescents

• Independently researched the link between impulsivity and aggression with social rhythm disruption in individuals at risk for bipolar disorder

2011 – 2013 Graduate Research Assistant
New York University Center for Neural Science
New York, NY
Mentor: Lynne Kiorpes, Ph.D.

• Assisted with an NIH R01 grant investigating the effects of visual motion on amblyopic nonhuman primate behavior, the effects of perceptual learning on amblyopic visual performance, and the underlying neural mechanisms of these effects

• Administered psychophysical behavioral tasks to amblyopic nonhuman primates to understand the natures of visual motion deficits in amblyopia

• Developed and implemented a rig for electrophysiological recordings from awake and behaving nonhuman primates to understand the neural nature of amblyopic visual deficits

2011 Graduate Research Assistant
(May – August)
New York University Langone Medical Center
New York, NY
Supervisor: Esther P. Gardner, Ph.D.

• Trained nonhuman primates to be comfortable with research equipment and behavior in ways to facilitate physiological recordings

• Assisted with multielectrode brain recordings in awake behaving animals from somatosensory and motor areas of cortex.

2010 Graduate Research Assistant
(August – December)
New York University Langone Medical Center
New York, NY
Supervisor: Michael Long, Ph.D.

• Developed a visual protocol for slicing avian brains to be used in thin slice patch clamp electrophysiology

• Organized zebra finch aviary and prepared birds for surgery and medical device implantation

• Participated in weekly journal clubs to review, present and critique scientific articles

2010 Graduate Laboratory Technician
(June – August)
New York University Langone Medical Center
New York, NY
Supervisor: Gregory David, Ph.D.

• Assisted with an NIH R01 grant investigating the role of demethylase KDM7A in demethylation at two histone locations (H3K9me2 and H3K27me2) and its role in cell senescence

• Tested shRNA sequence constructs for knock-down activity of KDM7A in vivo

• Verified flag and GFP overexpression KDM7A constructs in transfected 293T cells

2009 – 2010 Research Assistant
Dupont Pioneer Labs, Crop Genetics Division 
Wilmington, DE
Supervisor: Milo Auckerman Ph.D.

• Investigated mutant Arabidopsis thaliana plants in laboratory growth culture using a visual examination assay to determine altered nitrogen usage in normal growth conditions

• Maintained high throughput cultivation of A. thaliana in laboratory growth chambers across the full growth cycle

• Enacted plant genetic transformation using Agrobacterium and transformant selection using seed luminescence 

2008 Laboratory Technician
GlaxoSmithKline
King of Prussia, PA

• Organized archival frozen microbial stocks dating back 40 years

• Performed sterility testing on incoming microbial samples

• Organized and maintained a digital record of microbial storage data

2008 Laboratory Technician
Thomas Jefferson Hospital for Neurology
Philadelphia, PA
Supervisor: Jayasri Das Sarma, Ph.D.

• Assisted with research supported by a grant from the National Multiple Sclerosis Foundation researching IL-17 receptor expression in central nervous system glial cells in a mouse model of multiple sclerosis 

• Handled and cared for mice involved in the experiment while scoring them for severity of experimentally induced Multiple Sclerosis

• Developed, carried out, and interpreted multicolor flow cytometry experiments aimed at identifying various immune markers on CNS glial cells

2006 & 2007 Research Assistant
(Summer internships)
Université de Pierre et Marie Curie, Université de Paris
Paris, France
Supervisor: Margaret Ahmad, Ph.D.

• Developed an efficient screening program for CRY2 mutants in A. thaliana

• Cultivated and worked with A. thaliana in experiments testing blue light photoreception

• Performed various facets of molecular biology work, such as PCR and Western blotting

• Developed an efficient screening program for CRY2 mutants in A. thaliana

2025 – Present: Managing Editor
Annals of Behavioral Medicine
Oxford University Publishing; Work remotely

• Coordinate manuscripts journey from submission to publication

• Manage communication between authors, associate editors, the editor-in-chief, and production

• Assisted in restructuring the journal’s entire pipeline of submission

2023 – 2025: Science Communicator Illustrator and Strategist
Social Creatures
Based in New York, New York; Work remotely

• Develop infographics and science illustrations for internal and external communication in the fields of neuroscience and psychology

• Assist in translation of primary scientific literature for a lay audience across multiple contexts

• Assist in guiding branding strategy and marketing materials

2023 – 2024: Harm Reduction Coordinator
Void Nightclub
Philadelphia, PA

• Developed standard operating procedures for harm reduction in an underground nightlife setting

• Assisted club goers struggling while under the influence of a variety of substances and was on hand to reverse overdoses

Summer 2023: Psychedelics Policy Consultant
Colorado State Government
Denver, CO; Consulted remotely

• Discussed recommendations for implementation of Proposition 122 (the Natural Medicine Health Act) through Senate Bill 23-290

• Attended policy meetings and discussed recommendations with the steering committee around the development of “healing centers” and regulation for psychedelics products

2022: Research and Development Lead
ShareTree
Based in Melbourne, Australia; Work remotely

• Develop research strategies and grants implementing ShareTree technology in the development of character-driven culture

• Provide expertise in research to inform future product development

2021-2022: Research Consultant
Cybin
Based in Toronto, Canada; Work remotely

• Advised on the development and implementation of psychedelic research exploring the immunological impact and mechanisms of novel psychedelic compounds

• Provided research and analytic support for clinical trials

• Developed presentations related to the mental health effects of psychedelics

2017 – 2020: Science Consultant
Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art
Boulder, CO

• Worked with a curator and collector to develop scientific programing around a 2017 exhibition

• Interfaced with artists in residence around how their work could intersect with science

2012-2013: Scientific Writer and Host
ThinkFactory Media
New York, NY

• Crafted science-based material in collaboration with television executives for a TV pilot using stunts to educate through entertainment

• Wrote vignette scripts to ensure accurate science was communicated effectively

2012-2013: Scientific and Creative Consultant 
Mindride LLC
New York, NY

• Served as an advisor on EEG science for the Ascent, a live action performance instillation that lifted participants into the air based on the frequency of their brain waves, and consulted on product development

• Discussed EEG science in panels and served as the scientific voice of the project when interfacing with the public

Spring 2026 Instructor of Record
General Psychology (PSYC 1001)
Human Emotion (PSYC 3131, 3 Sections) Taught asynchronously
University of Colorado Boulder

Fall 2025 Instructor of Record
General Psychology (PSYC 1001)
Human Emotion (PSYC 3131, 3 Sections) Taught asynchronously
University of Colorado Boulder

Summer 2025 Instructor of Record
Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 3303) Taught asynchronously
Human Emotion (PSYC 3131, 2 Sections) Taught asynchronously
University of Colorado Boulder

Spring 2025 Instructor of Record
General Psychology (PSYC 1001)
Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 3303) Taught asynchronously
Human Emotion (PSYC 3131, 2 Sections) Taught asynchronously
University of Colorado Boulder

Winter 2024/5 Instructor of Record
Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 3303) Taught asynchronously
University of Colorado Boulder

Fall 2024 Instructor of Record
Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 3303) Taught asynchronously
University of Colorado Boulder

Summer 2024 Instructor of Record
Abnormal Psychology (PSYC 3303) Taught asynchronously
University of Colorado Boulder

Spring 2019 Teaching Assistant
History of Psychology (PSYC 3511)
University of Colorado Boulder

Fall 2018 Teaching Assistant
Developmental Research Methods (PSYC 4744)
University of Colorado Boulder

Spring 2018 Teaching Assistant
Biopsychology (PSYC 2012)
University of Colorado Boulder

Fall 2017 Teaching Assistant
Psychological Statistics (PSYC 2111)
University of Colorado Boulder

Spring 2017 Teaching Assistant
Biopsychology (PSYC 2012)
University of Colorado Boulder

Fall 2016 Teaching Assistant
Biopsychology (PSYC 2012)
University of Colorado Boulder, as above

Spring 2013 Brain Awareness Week Instructor
American Museum of Natural History

2005 – 2007 Tutor
Pennsylvania State University, Brandywine Campus

Guest Lectures:

Flux, M. C. (Guest Lecturer), (2020, November; 2019, September; 2019, March; 2018, October; 2018, March; 2017, November; 2017, March). Introduction to the Brain and Behavior. General Psychology. Presented at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Guest Lecturer), (2018, May; 2017, May; 2016, December) Psychopharmacology and the Neurotransmitter Gang: How Drugs Affect You. Biopsychology. Presented at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Guest Lecturer), (2017, October) T-Tests and Confidence Intervals. Psychological Statistics. Presented at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO.

2021 – 2022  Indian Health Care Resource Center
Clinical Psychology Intern
Tulsa, OK
Supervisors: J. David Bright, Psy. D. 
Joanna Shadlow, Ph. D. 

• Provided counseling services across the lifespan (with patients ages 6-85) from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy orientation

• Conducted assessment of psychopathology, cognitive ability, memory capacity, and academic achievement

• Worked solely with individuals of American Indian heritage from a perspective of cultural humility

• Engaged in a variety of community outreach activities, including a yearly pow wow, child education and enrichment, and outreach with local native elders

2020 – 2021  Mental Health Partners: Valmont Adult Outpatient Services
Graduate Student Extern
Boulder, CO
Supervisors: Christine O’Neil, LPC, MAC, LAC 
Molly Allendorf, MA, LPC, LAC

• Provided ongoing medication-assisted treatment (MAT)-related therapy to support clients struggling with addiction

• Conducted regular assessments of functioning for new and continuing MAT clients to facilitate continued services

• Conducted respite assessments to identify suitable treatment options for individuals struggling with substance abuse and homelessness 

• Interacted with clients in the Detox Unit who were sobering up from acute intoxication

2018 – 2020 The Sutherland Bipolar Center
Graduate Student Therapist
Boulder, CO
Supervisor: Dr. Alisha Brosse

• Provided therapy and assessment to individuals with bipolar spectrum disorders in the community

• Typically maintained a three-client load

• Regularly co-led group therapy focusing on CBT and third-wave therapy skills tailored to patients with bipolar disorder

2018 – 2019 The Raimy Clinic: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Practicum
Graduate Student Therapist
Boulder, CO
Supervisor: Dr. Samantha Monk

• Provided therapy to individuals in the community with a focus on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

• Typically maintained a three-client load

2018 & 2019 The University of Colorado Upward Bound (CUUB) Externship
Graduate Student Therapist (Summer Externship)
Boulder, CO
Supervisor: Dr. Samantha Monk

• Completed two six-week externships as a CUUB support therapist during the summers of 2018 and 2019

• Provided short-term therapy and crisis support to American Indian teenagers, aged 16 to 19

• Patient population had high levels of suicidality, childhood trauma, and substance abuse

2017 – 2018 The Brain Behavior Clinic 
Graduate Student Assessor
Boulder, CO
Supervisor: Dr. Emily Richardson

• Administered tests of intelligence, academic achievement and neuropsychology testing to individuals aged 16 to 60

• Compiled integrated reports summarizing test results and interview observations

2017 – 2018 The Raimy Clinic: Behavioral Activation Practicum 
Graduate Student Therapist
Boulder, CO
Supervisor: Dr. Sona Dimidjian

• Provided therapy to individuals in the community with a focus on Behavioral Activation

• Typically maintained a two-client load

Colorado Consortium Addiction Medicine Symposium
October 2020
Full-day seminar in modern approaches to addiction medicine

Saying the Wrong Thing
October 2020
Half-day workshop incorporating ACT into the way we approach difficult conversations

Anti-Racism Coursera Course
October 2020
Online course in diversity training and critical race theory

Gender Awareness and Responsiveness
September 2018
Training on gender issues for healthcare professionals

Family-Focused Therapy for Bipolar Disorder Course
August 2018
Half-day training

Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Course
March-April 2018
Six-week interactive online course taught by Masha Linehan, Ph.D.

Wilson, M. (2024, September 27) I’m chatty, outgoing and friendly. But ‘extrovert’ doesn’t feel right to me. The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/2024/sep/27/extrovert-introvert-personalities-anxiety-science

• Dr. Flux was interviewed to discuss the history of personality psychology and the diagnosis of personality pathology 

Wilson, M. (2024, May 9). What makes people annoying? The Guardian. https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/article/2024/may/09/why-people-annoying-psychology

• Dr. Flux was interviewed as an expert in affective science for this article

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2025, September 11) Episode 587: Layered Learning: Designing Video with Intention and Authenticity with M. C. Flux. Teaching in Higher Ed [Audio podcast]. Produced by Bonnie Stachowiak. Running Time, 47:17. Retrieved from https://teachinginhighered.com/podcast/layered-learning-designing-video-with-intention-and-authenticity/ 

Flux, M. C. (Gues Speaker). (2024, August). Episode 88 & 89 – Flux Part 1 & 2. Evancynical [Audio podcast]. Produced by Eric Schwartz. Running Times, 1:31:29 & 58:53. Retrieved from https://evancynical.libsyn.com/episode-88-flux-part-1 & https://evancynical.libsyn.com/episode-89-flux-pt-2

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2023, July 20). Episode 277: Dr. Flux – 2023 Float Conference Special Episode. The Art of the Float [Audio podcast]. Produced by Dylan Calm. Running Time, 51:47. Retrieved from https://artofthefloat.com/2023/07/277-dr-flux-2023-float-conference-special/

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2022, March 10). Episode 245: Life in Flux. The Art of the Float [Audio podcast]. Produced by Dylan Calm. Running Time, 1:09. Retrieved from https://artofthefloat.com/2022/03/life-in-flux/

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2021, February 9). Episode 1: What Exactly Happens in Your Brain When You Look at Fine Art? The Art Elevator [Audio podcast]. Produced by Larissa Wild. Running Time, 37:30. Retrieved from https://www.theartelevator.com/blog/mc-flux-on-what-exactly-happens-in-your-brain-when-you-look-at-fine-art. 

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2020, February). Episode 9 Flux. Out of Nothing [Audio podcast]. Produced by Vivian McKinnon of Hydro-ease. Running Time, 27:10. Retrieved from https://hydro-ease.co.uk/out-of-nothing/out-of-nothing-episode-9-flux/. 

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2019, March 10). Episode 180: Neuropsychology and Floatation Therapy for Anxiety Disorders with Dr. Justin Feinstein and Flux. Vancouver Real [Audio podcast]. Produced by Andy Zaremba and Mike Zaremba. Running Time, 1:21:33. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12HiCXVs8vM&t=4167s. 

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2018, November 29). The Final Episode of The Daily Solutions Podcast…. The Daily Solutions Podcast [Audio podcast]. Produced by Graham Talley, Ashkahn Jahromi and Juliet Tango. Running Time, 2:09:22. Retrieved from https://www.floattanksolutions.com/daily-solutions-podcast/. 

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2018, September 27). Episode 150: Floating & Inflammation with Guest Flux. The Art of the Float [Audio podcast]. Produced by Dylan Calm and Amy Grimes. Running Time, 48:43. Retrieved from https://artofthefloat.com/2018/09/150-floating-inflammation-with-guest-flux/. 

Flux, M. C. (Guest Speaker). (2018, July 17). Episode 131: Flux – Researcher. The Float Conference Podcast [Audio podcast]. Produced by Ashkahn Jahromi. Running Time, 26:34. Retrieved from https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/float-conference-podcast/e/55481347.

2018 – 2021 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Denver Metro Area, Colorado

• Presented regular educational talks about mental health disorders in clinical and community settings

• Conducted training workshops with high school students to increase awareness of mental health conditions

Outreach Presentations:

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2019, September). When the Body Sings the Blues: Understanding Mental Health’s Mind/Body Connection. Supporting Action for Mental Health: Many More Tomorrows Mental Wellness Festival. Presented at the Longmont Museum, Longmont, CO.

Flux, M. C. (Speaker), (2019, September). Art, A Matter of Mind. Supporting Action for Mental Health: Many More Tomorrows Mental Wellness Festival. Presented at La Vita Bella, Longmont, CO.

Dikker, S., Caruso, M. L., Tsvetkova, K. (Co-presenter), (2013, March) When brains are on the Same Wavelength. BraiNY: Brain Awareness Week. EEG Workshop conducted as a part of Brain Awareness week at the American Museum of Natural History, New York City, NY.