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William E. Adams, Ph.D.

William E. Adams, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist and Director of a dedicated counseling program for spousal abuse in Long Beach, California. Dr. Adams has provided spousal abuse counseling to men and women since 1992.

He developed specialized cognitive-behavioral strategies for family violence, and published his innovative counseling approach in The Choices Program: How to Stop Hurting the People Who Love You. He maintains a private practice, teaches an upper division course in domestic violence for the Criminal Justice Department at California State University, Long Beach, and speaks frequently at conferences and seminars.

Phone: (562) 799-1226

Email: wadams@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D.

Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., is Research Professor of Psychiatry at the SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY, and Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC. He is a Diplomate in both Clinical Psychology (ABPP) and Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN, ABPP). He is a clinical scientist, educator, and practitioner who has authored, co-authored, or co-edited 13 books and clinical manuals. He has published more than 230scientific articles and book chapters related to the nature, assessment, and treatment of ADHD and related disorders. His most recent books include ADHD in Adults: What the Science Says (2008); ADHD in Adults: Diagnosis and Management (2007); Your Defiant Teen (2008); Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Handbook for Diagnosis and Treatment (3rd ed., 2006), Taking Charge of ADHD: The Complete Authoritative Guide for Parents (2005, 3rd ed.), and Assessment of Childhood Disorders (2007).

Dr. Barkley has received numerous awards for his research on ADHD including the Distinguished Contribution Award from the American Association of Applied and Preventive Psychology (1994), the C. Anderson Aldrich Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics (1996), the Award for Distinguished Contribution to Research from the Section on Clinical Child Psychology, (now Division 53) of the American Psychological Association (1998). In 2002, he received the Dissemination Award from the Society for a Science of Clinical Psychology, Division 12, of the American Psychological Association for his career long efforts to dispel misconceptions about ADHD and to educate the public and other professionals about the science of this disorder.

Email: rbarkley@ContinuingEdCourses.Net

Website: RussellBarkley.org


William Cone, Ph.D.

William Cone, Ph.D. is a Geriatric Psychologist, an accomplished speaker, and the author of three books: Stop Memory Loss: How to Fight Forgetfulness over Forty, Care Givers Bible, a book for professional caregivers of the aged, and The Abduction Enigma, a book about how therapists unwittingly induce false memories.

He has been a keynote speaker for over one hundred organizations, including the California Department of Aging Services, the California Association of Homes and Services for the Aging, Congress Of California Seniors, the Community Residential Care Association of California, and the California Association of Health Facilities.

Because of his expertise in aging and memory he has been featured on many television programs including "Hard Copy," "Unsolved Mysteries," "The Maury Povitch Show," "Strange Universe," Toronto's "Fifth Estate," "Sightings," the Learning Channel's series, "Unnatural History," and the prime-time special for NBC called "Confirmation." He has been a featured speaker on dozens of radio programs nationwide.

Email: wcone@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


William W. Deardorff, Ph.D., ABPP

William W. Deardorff is board certified in clinical health psychology and specializes in spinal disorders. He is the founding president of the American Academy of Clinical Health Psychology and a Fellow of the American Psychological Association in two divisions: Health and Independent Practice.

Dr. Deardorff is co-author of seven books including two textbooks on the practice of clinical health psychology in medical settings. His books written for the layperson include Preparing for Surgery: A Mind-Body Approach to Enhance Healing and Recovery (New Harbinger, 1997), Win the Battle Against Back Pain (Bantam Doubleday, 1996) and Back Pain Remedies for Dummies (IDG, 1999). His book, Preparing for Surgery: A Mind-Body Approach to Enhance Healing and Recovery, won the Small Press Book award in Health and Medicine in 1998. He is co-author of the book, A Compendium of Spine Treatment Outcome Measures, published by the North American Spine Society. He is also co-author of a professional textbook on surgery screening and enhancing surgery outcomes entitled The Psychology of Spine Surgery (2003).

Dr. Deardorff has published numerous scientific articles and book chapters in the area of clinical health psychology, mostly in pain evaluation and treatment. He has lectured extensively in clinical health psychology with a special emphasis in pain management, preparing for surgery, and pre-surgical psychological screening.

Email: wdeardorff@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


William A. Eddy, LCSW, JD

William A. Eddy, LCSW, JD has been a Family Law attorney (a Certified Family Law Specialist) and Mediator since 1993. Prior to practicing law, he was a psychotherapist (a Licensed Clinical Social Worker) for twelve years. He has handled over 400 divorce cases as an attorney. As a Mediator, he has provided divorce mediation services to over 700 couples, as well as mediating approximately 100 civil disputes.

Mr. Eddy has taught Negotiation and Mediation at the University of San Diego School of Law for six years. He provides training seminars for attorneys, mediators, and therapists on issues involving mental health and law. His seminars have included Evaluating Child Sexual Abuse Allegations for Child Protective Services workers, Parental Psychopathology for Family Court Services counselors sponsored by the Judicial Counsel of California, and High Conflict Personalities for the International Conference of the Association of Conflict Resolution.

Mr. Eddy's articles have appeared in national law and counseling journals. He is the author of HIGH CONFLICT PEOPLE IN LEGAL DISPUTES (2006), a guidebook primarily for attorneys, therapists, and mediators working with high conflict court cases, and SPLITTING: Protecting Yourself While Divorcing a Borderline or Narcissist.

Email: weddy@ContinuingEdCourses.Net

Website: HighConflictInstitute.com


Carol Falender, Ph.D.

Carol Falender, Ph.D. is a lecturer, supervisor, and teacher. Dr. Falender has conducted extensive training on supervision through the American Psychological Association, California Psychological Association, and numerous other organizations. She is Clinical Professor in the UCLA Department of Psychology, is Chair of Continuing Education of the California Psychological Association, is Chair of the Board of Division II, Education and Training, of the California Psychological Association, and is a member of the LACPA Ethics Committee.

Dr. Falender is co-author of Clinical Supervision: A Competency-based Approach with Edward Shafranske, and is the author of numerous professional articles on the subject of supervision. She is President-elect of APA's Division 37 - Division of Child, Youth, and Family Services.

Email: cfalender@ContinuingEdCourses.Net

Website: cfalender.com


Cynthia Glidden-Tracey, Ph.D.

Cynthia Glidden-Tracey, Ph.D. teaches coursework at Arizona State University in counseling, supervision, and the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders. As a Clinical Associate Professor, she also supervises practicum trainees in the ASU doctoral Counseling Psychology program and the Master in Counseling program. Dr. Glidden-Tracey is author of Counseling and Therapy With Clients Who Abuse Alcohol or Other Drugs: An Integrative Approach, published by Lawrence Erlbaum Associates.

She currently co-chairs the Education and Training Committee of the American Psychological Association (APA) Division 50 (Addictions). Before moving to Arizona State, Dr. Glidden-Tracey engaged in various combinations of counseling, teaching, supervision, and research at Illinois State and Southern Illinois Universities, and at a chemical dependence treatment facility in Illinois.

Email: cglidden@ContinuingEdCourses.Net

Website: Cynthia Glidden at ASU


Pamela H. Harmell, Ph.D.

Pamela H. Harmell, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist in California with a private practice in West Los Angeles where she sees couples and individuals. Dr. Harmell is a well-known lecturer in her area of expertise - legal and ethical considerations in clinical practice.

She is a professor in the doctoral department of Pepperdine University, served five years on the California Board of Psychology (the psychology licensing board of California), was President of the California Board of Psychology in 2003, served several years on the Los Angeles County Psychological Association Ethics Committee, and is the current Chair of the California Psychological Association Ethics Committee.

Email: pharmell@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


Clifton Mitchell, Ph.D.

Clifton Mitchell Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, is a professor at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, Tennessee where he received the Teacher of the Year award in 2002. He has over 20 years experience as a trainer and motivational speaker and is known for delivering practical, down-to-earth information in a uniquely entertaining, humorous style.

In his book, Effective Techniques for Dealing with Highly Resistant Clients, he presents the best, cutting-edge approaches available for managing therapeutic resistance. Dr. Mitchell has also lectured and keynoted at hundreds of organizations, teaching effective techniques for improving communications and for creating change through the precise use of language. He has published in numerous professional journals including the Journal of Personality Assessment, Perceptual and Motor Skills, Psychology and Education, Journal of Psychological Type, The Professional School Counselor, and The Advocate. As a result of his broad areas of research, his ideas and writings have also been published in Men's Health Today and Barron's Financial Weekly.

Phone: 423-854-9211

Email: cmitchell@ContinuingEdCourses.Net

Website: CliftonMitchell.com


Ingrid Kohn Paymar, LCSW

Ingrid Kohn Paymar, LCSW has been a practicing social worker, Social Work Supervisor, and Program Manager for 27 years. As Program Manager at Therapeutic Services in Lemon Grove, CA, Ms. Paymar is responsible for setting the practice and ethical standards, and ensuring that these standards fully comply with California and Federal laws. In addition, she supervises license-eligible Social Work Associates and Marriage and Family Therapy Interns.

Ms. Paymar is co-author of, A Silent Sorrow: Pregnancy Loss- Guidance and Support for You and Your Family. She has a private practice in San Diego, CA.

Email: ikohnpaymar@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


John Preston, Psy.D., ABPP

John D. Preston, Psy.D., ABPP is Professor of psychology with Alliant International University, Sacramento. He has also taught on the faculty of UC Davis, School of Medicine. Dr. Preston is the author of fourteen books, with topics including psychotherapy, psychopharmacology, spirituality and emotional healing, and neurobiology.

His most recent book is Handbook of Clinical Psychopharmacology For Therapists, New Harbinger Publications (2005). His books have been translated into 14 foreign languages. He is also the author of Drugs in Psychiatry chapter in The Encyclopedia Americana.

Dr. Preston is the recipient of the Mental Health Association's President's Award and the California Psychological Association's Distinguished Contributions to Psychology Award. He has lectured in the United States, Europe, and Russia.

Email: jpreston@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


Deirdra Price, Ph.D.

Deirdra Price, Ph.D., President of Diet Free Solution®, is a leading expert in the treatment of eating disorders and weight-control problems. A clinical psychologist in San Diego, she conducts individual, group, and family psychotherapy. She has worked in inpatient and outpatient hospital-based eating disorders programs and led groups in conjunction with the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders.

Dr. Price is the author of Healing the Hungry Self: The Diet-Free Solution to Lifelong Weight Management (Plume, 1998), an innovative and comprehensive workbook that speaks to women, men, and teenagers who want to heal from the ravages of unhealthy eating behaviors and the weight issues that result from them.

Dr. Price provides workshops to hospitals, business, high schools, and colleges, as well as community, civic, and professional organizations offering concrete steps to avoid or overcome food, weight, and body-image concerns. In addition, she has done over 100 radio, television, and print interviews highlighting her approach to creating and maintaining a healthy, desirable weight, without dieting.

Phone: (800) 521-6067

Email: dprice@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


Fredric E. Rabinowitz, Ph.D.

Fredric E. Rabinowitz, Ph.D. is a Professor of Psychology at the University of Redlands and a private practice clinical psychologist in Redlands, CA specializing in individual and group psychotherapy with men since 1984. Over the past 20 years, Dr. Rabinowitz has authored numerous articles and book chapters.

He has co-written three books with Dr. Sam Cochran: Deepening Psychotherapy with Men (2002); Men and Depression: Clinical and Empirical Perspectives (2000); and Man Alive: A Primer of Men's Issues (1994).

Dr. Rabinowitz is an accomplished professor who has earned Outstanding Faculty Teaching and Research awards in 1995, 1996, 2001, and 2002. In 2005, he was the President of the Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinity, division 51 of the American Psychological Association.

Email: frabinowitz@ContinuingEdCourses.Net


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