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Dr. Carlson is a nurse scientist and neurotherapist with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), where she serves within the VA Pacific Islands Health Care System. She holds a Doctor of Education (EdD) in Program Development and Outcomes Research from Rutgers University, a Master of Science in Nursing (Bio-Behavioral Nursing) from Hunter University, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Long Island University. She also completed a certificate in Family Nurse Practice at the University of Virginia.

Board-certified in Neurofeedback, Dr. Carlson blends rigorous scientific inquiry with clinical expertise. Her research and clinical interests focus on understanding the impact of neurofeedback on a variety of health conditions, including mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), chronic pain, and sleep disorders — all areas of importance to veteran health and recovery.

At the VA, she founded and chairs the Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Council, leading efforts to build and sustain a strong EBP culture across the VA Pacific Islands. She regularly conducts EBP workshops, offers training and consultation services, and mentors interdisciplinary project teams.