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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
2013.11 - 2014.03
  • 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
2012.01 - 2013.01
  • 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
2011.01 - 2012.11
  • 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
2006.01 - 2009.01
  • 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
2013.08 - 2017.08

Advanced Certificate - Hypnotherapy

Saybrook University
Oakland, CA
2016.08 - 2017.08

Continuing Education - Couple Therapy

Harvard University Extension School
Boston, MA
2012.04 - 2012.04

Clinical Training And Professional Supervision - Human Sexuality And Couple Therapy Certification

University Of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
2010.09 - 2012.09

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Northwest University
Eugene, OR
1999.08 - 2002.06

Skills

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Work Availability

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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
2016.08 - 2017.08

Interim Psychoeducational Consultant/Psychometrician

Magee Middle School
2013.11 - 2014.03

Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology

Saybrook University
2013.08 - 2017.08

Continuing Education - Couple Therapy

Harvard University Extension School
2012.04 - 2012.04

Counselor

For The Future
2012.01 - 2013.01

Psychometrician/Therapist/California Board of Psychology

Dr. Howard Gluss
2011.01 - 2012.11

Clinical Training And Professional Supervision - Human Sexuality And Couple Therapy Certification

University Of California - Los Angeles
2010.09 - 2012.09

MFT Director Assistant/Faculty Editor

Saybrook University
2006.01 - 2009.01

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Northwest University
1999.08 - 2002.06
Dana Waters, Ph.D.Psychologist Resident - Upon Approval, Oregon Board Of PSY