Dr. Ennis Vaile received his Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Montana in 2023 after completing his APA-accredited internship at the
VA Health Care System
in Salt Lake City, UT. During his internship, Dr. Vaile completed rotations in neuropsychological assessment, rehabilitation
psychology, outpatient substance use recovery, trauma-focused therapy for college veterans, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). His research interests are centered around promoting resilience in American Indian older adults who face health disparities related to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, arthritis, and asthma. Dr. Vaile is currently completing his post-doctoral training at Thomson Memory & Attention with clinical interests including stroke, traumatic brain injury, and dementia. Within his
clinical work, he has worked with individuals across the lifespan, including school-age children and elderly adults. Dr. Vaile is an enrolled member of the Blackfeet Tribe (
Amskapi Piikuni) in Montana and looks forward to bringing his neuropsychological training back to Indian Country and Indian Health Service (IHS). He takes a strength-based perspective that strives for respect, equity, and the provision of culturally informed care. Outside of his professional work, his hobbies include playing guitar, reading, cooking, hiking, camping, exploring other cultures, and enjoying time with his family.