The majority of my work experience in psychology has been in private practice working with individual adults and couples. I have also led therapy groups, the most recent for women in transition.
I have had experience in classroom teaching, however not in psychology. My experience has been that there are many similarities in teaching from one subject to another. Accomplished Behavioral Therapist with almost 30 years of experience counseling individuals and families with social, emotional and behavioral disorders. Positive, vibrant team member with focus on accurately identifying issues and evaluating best techniques for treatment. Dedicated to offering quality services and maintaining knowledge of latest industry advancements by attending professional conferences and continuing education courses.
Assessed individuals for degree of pathology, need for medication and level of lethality
Before entering the field of psychology, I performed and taught piano for approximately 30 years. In addition, I have been involved in fine art photography, assisting at Ansel Adams' Yosemite workshops in 1978-79. I was raised in Rome, Italy, from 1948 until 1959, at which time I returned to the U.S. and attended the University of California, Berkeley.
Drug and Alcohol Certification, University of California, Santa Cruz