Mariceli (Velazquez) O’Neill
Hudsonville,MI
Summary
Proficient in clinical psychology with proven ability to develop and deliver comprehensive course materials that engage and educate diverse student populations. Successfully created and implemented innovative teaching methods that enhanced student understanding and retention. Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and student assessment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adjunct Instructor
Grand Valley State University
01.2024 - Current
- Defined and articulated goal learning outcomes, performance metrics, and changes to improve student learning.
- Taught health psychology (PSY367) and adult psychopathology (PSY303) courses, providing instruction to up to 167 undergraduate students.
- Integrated current events and cultural themes into course materials to contextualize subject matter and facilitate lifelong learning.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues and administrators, fostering a collaborative educational community.
- Attended meetings and workshops to refine and enhance instructional skills.
- Boosted collaboration among students with group projects and interactive activities.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and educational tools.
- Used technological equipment to enhance process of students' learning.
Instructor
North Point International Institute
01.2016 - 10.2022
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
- Delivered two Continuing Education (CE) courses to health care professionals:
1."Mental Health in the Elderly: Provided training to an average of 30 participants, focusing on topics such as chronic illnesses and quality of life, mood and anxiety disorders, social and family support, and evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions for the elderly.
2. "Changes in the DSM-5": Educated approximately 40 professionals from various specializations in the health care field, highlighting key updates from DSM-IV-TR to DSM-5.
Both courses were approved and accredited for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by the Puerto Rico Department of Health.
Psychology Resident, Pain Rehabilitation
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered behaviorally based outpatient services for patients with chronic pain, using ACT and biofeedback
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to support patients' functional restoration
- Supervisor: Julia Craner-Cooper, PhD, ABPP
Post-Doctoral Resident
Primary Psychology of Central Florida, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Conducted assessments for neurodevelopmental and mental health disorders, including autism spectrum disorder
- Administered psychological tests for cognitive and personality assessments
- Supervisor: Yamila Santos, PhD
Health Psychology Fellowship
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Provided mental health services for patients with complex medical conditions
- Chief Psychologist Fellow (2014-2015)
Teaching Assistant
Ponce Health Sciences University
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Course: Family Therapy and Systemic Interventions
Education
Psy.D. - Clinical Psychology
Ponce Health Sciences University
07-2013
Master Counseling Psychology - Counseling Psychology
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
San German, Puerto Rico 05-2008
B.S. - Psychology, Minor in Forensic Psychology
University of Puerto Rico
05-2006
Skills
- Student Mentoring
- Student Engagement
- Expertise in Clinical Psychology
- Individualized Instruction
- Inclusive Teaching
- Faculty Collaboration
- Individualized support
- Cultural competence
- Active Learning
- Didactic lectures
Certification
- QPR Gatekeeper Certificate, QPR Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper Program, 2021
- Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2), Florida State University, 2020
- Applied Suicide Interventions Skills Training, University of Miami, 2013
- Certificate in Primary Care Behavioral Health, University of Massachusetts Medical School, 2011
Affiliations
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- Puerto Rico Psychological Association (ASPPR)
Research and publications
Craner, J. R., Lake, E. S., Barr, A. C., Kirby, K. E., O’Neill, M., 2022, Childhood adversity among adults with chronic pain: Prevalence and association with pain-related outcomes, Clinical Journal of Pain, 10.1097/AJP.0000000000001054
References
- Julia Craner-Cooper, PhD, ABPP, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI, (616) 840-8702, julia.craner@maryfreebed.com
- Marisa Echenique, PsyD, University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, (305) 355-8290, mechenique@med.miami.edu
- Nydia M. Cappas, PsyD, Ponce Health Sciences University, Ponce, PR, (787) 840-2575 ext.2584, ncappas@psm.edu
Professional Licensure
- Licensed Psychologist, Puerto Rico, Active #6156, 2018
- Doctoral Educational Limited License, Michigan, inactive, 6351004396, 2021
- Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, Florida, Active, IMH#20023, 2020
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Adjunct Instructor
Grand Valley State University
01.2024 - Current
Psychology Resident, Pain Rehabilitation
Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
Post-Doctoral Resident
Primary Psychology of Central Florida, LLC
01.2018 - 01.2020
Instructor
North Point International Institute
01.2016 - 10.2022
Health Psychology Fellowship
University of Miami, Miller School of Medicine
01.2013 - 01.2015
Teaching Assistant
Ponce Health Sciences University
01.2012 - 05.2012
Psy.D. - Clinical Psychology
Ponce Health Sciences University
Master Counseling Psychology - Counseling Psychology
Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
B.S. - Psychology, Minor in Forensic Psychology
University of Puerto Rico
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