I'm a computer guy who wants to be a psychologist. This is my place to learn in public and connect with people in the field.

Specific topics of interest:
◆ mentalizing and reflective function
◆ common factors in evidence-based treatments
◆ using LLMs to categorize interview transcripts, e.g. the Adult Attachment Interview

My 5 year goal is to start a PhD program in Clinical Psychology.

Before that can happen, I figure I need to know at least as much about psychology and statistics as a smart undergrad. That should keep me busy for Q1/Q2 2025.

I try to keep the writing here concise and informal.