Congratulations to our Student Poster Exhibition Winners!
Kathleen McGrath (Drexel University), Evan Forman, James Herbert.
"Psychometric Properties of the Drexel University ACT/CT Adherence and Competence Rating Scale"
Eileen Lightner (PCOM), G. Chris Christensen, Bruce Zahn.
"The Effect of Individual Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Depression and Anxiety in Older Adults with Chronic Obstructive
Pulmonary Disease: A Feasibility Study"
Bambi Juryea (La Salle University), Randy Fingerhut, LeeAnn Cardaciotto, Brian Hess.
"An Empirical Test of a Cognitive Vulnerability Model Specific to Postpartum Depression"
Erica Yuen (Drexel University), James Herbert, Evan Forman, Ronald Comer, Jean-Claude Bradley, Elizabeth Goetter, & Jennie Park.
"Second Life Virtual Therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder"
September 2009:
Kevin Kuehlwein, Psy.D.
Staff Psychologist & Clinical Instructor, Center for Cognitive Therapy, Department of Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania
Adjunct Associate Professor, Drexel University
Kevin Kuehlwein, PsyD is a staff psychologist and clinical instructor who obtained his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Hahnemann University (now part of Drexel University) in 1989. He has been a cognitive therapist in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania since his post-doctorate year in 1990. As an adjunct associate professor Dr. Kuehlwein taught both undergraduate and graduate classes in cognitive-behavioral therapy approaches at Hahnemann/Drexel University from 1985-2006 and has taught in the graduate nursing program at University of Pennsylvania since 2005.
At various times Dr. Kuehlwein has served as a protocol cognitive therapist for several different research trials. He has co-edited two books: Cognitive Therapies In Action: Evolving Innovative Practice (1993) and Constructing Realities: Meaning-Making Perspectives for Psychotherapists (1996), as well as a special issue on creativity for the Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy: An International Quarterly. He has also authored several chapters in books, as well as scholarly articles for Cognitive & Behavioral Practice and the Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy: An International Quarterly.
Dr. Kuehlwein has lectured both in the U.S. and abroad on issues such as how to better understand and apply cognitive therapy principles, and to develop greater sensitivity to gay, lesbian, and bisexual issues and clients.
Donald N. Bersoff, Ph.D., J.D.
Director, Law & Psychology Program; Professor, Drexel Law and Department of Psychology and former General Counsel of the American Psychological Association
Professor Bersoff is a nationally renowned expert on legal and ethical issues in mental health, developmental disabilities, and education. Before coming to Drexel, Professor Bersoff directed the JD/PhD Program in Law and Psychology offered jointly by Villanova University Law School and the Department of Clinical & Health Psychology at MCP Hahnemann University. He has produced more than 100 books, articles, and papers on law, ethics, and social policy. He is the author of the landmark “Ethical Conflicts in Psychology,” published by the American Psychological Association, the 4th edition of which is being translated into Chinese. In 2007 he presented an invited paper at Oxford University on “The Use of Nongovernmental Organizations to Foster Unethical Government Conduct."
November 6, 2009:
Brad Rosenfield, Psy.D.
Clinical Assistant Professor, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM)
Dr. Brad Rosenfield received his bachelor's degree from Temple University and graduated summa cum laude and as a President's Scholar. He completed his master's coursework at Chestnut Hill College and received his Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, receiving Meritorious Distinction and the Dean's Award for Academic Excellence. Dr. Rosenfield completed his practicum and post-graduate training at the University of Pennsylvania's Center for Cognitive Therapy. Dr. Rosenfield's current research interests include cognitive behavioral therapy for adult ADHD, human-animal interactions, depressive disorders, somatic disorders, anxiety disorders, single session treatment for panic attacks, the social psychology of terrorism, multicultural counseling, communication skills, and treating difficult patients.
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