Consulting profile 

The most important thing for me professionally is: My ability to clearly justify and communicate my modeling decisions.

Not just running analyses—I already do that—but explaining why my approach is the most appropriate given messy, real-world data and competing alternatives.

Why this matters for me

I often work in situations where:

• The data are non-ideal (ordinal, skewed, hierarchical, unbalanced)

• The models are complex (GLMMs, CFA/ESEM, IRT, longitudinal designs)

• There are multiple defensible approaches

• And I need to respond to reviewers, clients, or collaborators who challenge my choices

At that level, the challenge isn’t technical ability—it’s this:

Turning “this works statistically” into “this is the most appropriate, defensible, and interpretable choice.”

My approach

• Question assumptions instead of taking methods at face value

• Compare alternative frameworks

• Focus on interpretation, not just statistical significance

Where I get the most leverage

I benefit most from improving how I:

1. Frame trade-offs

Instead of just noting limitations, I clearly explain why one approach is preferable given the data and constraints.

2. Pre-empt criticism

I anticipate concerns—especially in areas like model choice, measurement modeling, and power—and address them upfront.

3. Translate across audiences

I bridge the gap between statistical rigor and applied interpretation so that different stakeholders understand and trust my decisions.

If your data are complex and the “right” analytical approach isn’t obvious, I help you choose and defend methods that stand up to scrutiny. I don’t just run models—I ensure your results are technically sound, clearly justified, and ready for reviewers, stakeholders, or publication. Let’s turn uncertainty into decisions you can confidently stand behind.