Louis. She has a doctoral degree in psychology from Saint Louis University and specializes in the area of child, adolescent, and adult development. Dr. Brand is a member of the Society for the Teaching of Psychology and the Society for Christian Psychology. In 2000, Dr. Brand founded Yellow Umbrella Ministries (YUM), an organization to foster her Christian speaking and writing. Dr. Brand also incorporates her knowledge of and experience in psychology in her role as a Professional Life Coach.