Jessica C. Kitchens

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PhD Candidate

University of Central Arkansas University of Arkansas primary

Also affiliated: Fayetteville Public Library (2026)

3 pubs

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Jessica C. Kitchens' research investigates the experiences of neurodivergent doctoral students, with a particular focus on autism. Her work explores concepts such as identity negotiation, masking, disclosure, and self-advocacy within higher education settings. Kitchens also examines autism through the lens of Indigenous relational ecologies, conducting exploratory studies with Potawatomi participants. Her publications address the need for culturally responsive approaches to understanding neurodivergence. Kitchens has authored three publications, with her most recent work appearing in 2026, indicating recent activity in her research.

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Publications: 3

Positions

PhD Candidate 2023–present

University of Central Arkansas Department of Leadership Studies ORCID
CEO / Therapist / Speaker / Consultant 2019–present

Allied Collaborative ORCID
PhD Candidate publications 2026

University of Arkansas at Fayetteville ORCID

Selected Publications

Understanding Autism Through Indigenous Relational Ecologies: A Phenomenographic Exploratory Study With Potawatomi Participants (2026)

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