Dr. Sells is a Clinical Research Psychologist at the Rocky Mountain Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC), an Assistant Professor of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine, an Affiliate Assistant Professor at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and a civilian graduate of Uniformed Services University. Her work across the federal government, academia and in the community has focused on producing research and leveraging health policy to support and develop equitable systems of care. Her experience in VA, Department of Defense, NIH, Office of National Drug Control Policy and University of California San Francisco and Berkeley informs her systems-focused approach. She is committed to improving access to quality health care for Veteran and military communities at increased risk for suicide including those with chronic pain and substance use conditions.