About
Maira Tafolla is a former graduate student of Dr. Lord's. She received her Ph.D. in Human Development and Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles in 2025. Currently, Maira is a postdoctoral scholar working under the supervision of Dr. Somer Bishop in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University. During her time in Dr. Lord's lab, Maira developed a range of research interests related to individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions that include treatment for individuals with autism and intellectual disabilities, assessment of bilingual individuals, facilitators and barriers related to access to services for families who are underrepresented and better understanding of caregiver mental health and well-being. She is pursuing her psychology licensure in California.