Dana Waters, Ph.D.
Psychologist Resident - Upon Approval, Oregon Board Of PSY
West Linn,OR
Summary
Steadfast, yet forward-thinking psychological resident; well versed in psychometrics, DSM-V assessment and diagnosis across a wide range of populations. Resilient and dedicated to bring exceptional support to each client. Seeks a strong collaborative approach between supervisor and colleagues with a client focus on self-advocacy, healing and empowerment.
Overview
10
10
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Psychoeducational Consultant/Psychometrician
Magee Middle School
11.2013 - 03.2014
- Interviewed, observed, and surveyed students in order to gain necessary information for psychological diagnosis in order to determine academic and mental health needs, ie. Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence (WAIS-II), Woodcock Johnson III (WJ-III ACH).
- Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Resolved conflicts between students and emergency crisis response team.
Counselor
For The Future
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Designed and implemented psychotherapy sessions for female adolescents with dual diagnosis.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care in a group home setting.
- Identified risk and resiliency factors within individual youth, peer group, family, school, and community and developed strategies for intervention
- Assessed clinical risk and danger to children and families and determined appropriate level of response and intervention.
- Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist youth in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Psychometrician/Therapist/California Board of Psychology
Dr. Howard Gluss
Beverly Hills, CA
01.2011 - 11.2012
- Administered neuropsychological and psychological battery of tests.
- Developed psychotherapy sessions for individuals diagnosed with TBI, dementia, and general memory issues.
- Troubleshot issues with computer-based examinations.
- Assisted faculty with setting up tests and coordinating test spaces.
- Secured testing materials and maintained confidentiality of all details.
- Led clients through relaxation, breathing techniques, and meditation techniques for self-healing.
- Counseled patients weekly with issues such as mood disorders, PTSD and anxiety.
- Worked with interdisciplinary treatment team to develop treatment plans.
- Documented patient information through analyzing data, interview notes and test results, and identified and diagnosed nature of clients' problems.
- Consulted with other therapists, public and private service agencies and university researchers to advise clients on resources available.
MFT Director Assistant/Faculty Editor
Saybrook University
Oakland, CA
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Critiqued and computed quantitative studies.
- Edited faculty's learning guides for Stanford Bookstore publication.
- Researched content and grammatical issues to check accuracy of information.
- Performed administrative tasks such as copying, faxing and reception work with accuracy and efficiency.
- Proofread, edited, and evaluated final copy to verify content aligned with established guidelines.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
Saybrook University
Oakland, CA 08.2013 - 08.2017
Advanced Certificate - Hypnotherapy
Saybrook University
Oakland, CA 08.2016 - 08.2017
Continuing Education - Couple Therapy
Harvard University Extension School
Boston, MA 04.2012 - 04.2012
Clinical Training And Professional Supervision - Human Sexuality And Couple Therapy Certification
University Of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA 09.2010 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Northwest University
Eugene, OR 08.1999 - 06.2002
Skills
AcademicDiagnosisQuantitative analysis
Detail-oriented
Scientific writing
Data Collection
DSM-V classification
Psychometric Specialization
Proficiency in IBM Statistical Package for Social Sciences
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Publication
Waters, D. (2016). Giving voice to sexual assault and dysfunction in college-aged women: A quantitative analysis (Order No. 10189896). [ProQuest
Dissertations & Theses Global]. (1978504542).
Quote
Facts do not exist, only interpretations.
Friedrich Nietzsche
Timeline
Advanced Certificate - Hypnotherapy
Saybrook University
08.2016 - 08.2017
Interim Psychoeducational Consultant/Psychometrician
Magee Middle School
11.2013 - 03.2014
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
Saybrook University
08.2013 - 08.2017
Continuing Education - Couple Therapy
Harvard University Extension School
04.2012 - 04.2012
Counselor
For The Future
01.2012 - 01.2013
Psychometrician/Therapist/California Board of Psychology
Dr. Howard Gluss
01.2011 - 11.2012
Clinical Training And Professional Supervision - Human Sexuality And Couple Therapy Certification
University Of California - Los Angeles
09.2010 - 09.2012
MFT Director Assistant/Faculty Editor
Saybrook University
01.2006 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Northwest University
08.1999 - 06.2002