ABOUT ME

Welcome! I’m Dr. Ayanna Troutman, a postdoctoral research fellow and practitioner driven by a commitment to justice, care, and creativity. My work is guided by a deep respect for the lived experiences of Black girls and the communities that shape them.

I’ve witnessed firsthand the power of community-rooted resilience and that journey fuels my desire to build relationships, shift systems, and co-create solutions that affirm rather than pathologize. Whether I’m in classrooms, clinics, or community centers, I lead with purpose, curiosity, and collaboration.

EDUCATION

2019-2024

University of Florida (UF)
Ph.D. and M.Ed. in School Psychology

2015-2019

Spelman College
B.A. in Psychology

2011-2015

L&N STEM Academy
High School Diploma

I deepened my focus on mental health equity through clinical training and community-based research, using participatory methods to center the experiences of Black girls in alternative schools at UF.

Spelman shaped my commitment to Black girlhood and community-rooted scholarship. I began mentoring and building the foundation for my advocacy and research here.

I developed a love for learning and leadership at the L&N STEM Academy, and that foundation continues to inspire my work to expand access and affirm young people in educational spaces.