Experience

Centric Physicians Group

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Behavioral Health

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  Bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed psychologist in the state of Texas. My current position with Centric Physicians Group (CPG) is Director of Behavioral Health, and head of neuropsychological services. Clinically, I perform advanced and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations of adults in post-acute and subacute care facilities to help diagnose cognitive, behavioral, or neurological conditions, including, but not limited to dementia, traumatic brain injuries, strokes, and any other conditions pertaining the relationship brain and behaviors. In addition, I conduct forensic assessments to help lawyers and judges answer psycholegal questions. As a Director of Behavioral Health team, my role is to - Direct the mental health team that includes psychiatrists, psychiatry nurse practitioners, and psychotherapists. - Hire mental healthcare staff. - Assess employee development and provide training in casework techniques and general psychological practice. - Work with CPG partners and customers to provide the highest level of patient care and customer satisfaction. - Establish and maintain effective working relations with CPG customers, partners, patients and their families. Show less



Psychology

• Hospitals and Health Care

• Certified HeartMath Practitioner

  • Dec 2008 - Present

  Certified HeartMath Practitioner Description: HeartMath interventions’ course provides a license to practice HeartMath techniques to effectively help patients reduce stress, achieve emotional self-regulation. It also has been shown to be an effective adjunct to biofeedback techniques. Used primarily with patients suffering from chronic pain, anxiety, and stress-related disorders. Certified HeartMath Practitioner Description: HeartMath interventions’ course provides a license to practice HeartMath techniques to effectively help patients reduce stress, achieve emotional self-regulation. It also has been shown to be an effective adjunct to biofeedback techniques. Used primarily with patients suffering from chronic pain, anxiety, and stress-related disorders.



Russel Thompson & Associates

• United States

• Licensed Psychologist

  • Nov 2011 - Dec 2017

  Primary focus is on neuropsychological and psychological assessment, and especially serving the demand of those who are predominantly Spanish speakers within the San Antonio area. Neuropsychological assessment, psychological assessment, forensic assessments, and educational assessment for learning disabilities and ADHD. Also a focus on the therapy process to serve those who struggle with long-lasting health conditions (diabetes, chronic pain), stress, anxiety, depression, and adjustments to life transitions. http://www.sa-mh.com Show less



Senior PsychCare San Antonio

• United States
• Medical Practices

• Licensed Psychologist

  • May 2011 - Dec 2015

  Provide psychotherapy services in long-term nursing home care facilities to support individuals who have complex and changing needs in making sense of their lives, and to support them in their present condition and experience. Provide psychotherapy services in long-term nursing home care facilities to support individuals who have complex and changing needs in making sense of their lives, and to support them in their present condition and experience.



University of Phoenix- San Antonio Campus

• Faculty - Psychology Professor

  • Sep 2010 - Jun 2014

  Psychology courses taught: Human Motivation Team Dynamics for Managers Essentials of Psychology Psychology of Personality Psychology courses taught: Human Motivation Team Dynamics for Managers Essentials of Psychology Psychology of Personality



St. Mary's University

• Canada
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Adjunct Professor - Psychology Program

  • Jan 2010 - May 2014

  Courses: Psychopathology at Master's Clinical Psychology Program Theories of Personality for Undergraduate Program Clinical Psychology Courses: Psychopathology at Master's Clinical Psychology Program Theories of Personality for Undergraduate Program Clinical Psychology



San Antonio State Hospital

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Licensed Psychologist

  • Aug 2009 - May 2012

  Extended Care Service providing long term psychiatric treatment to patients ages 18-64 with treatment resistant mental illness which requires intensive medication intervention and rehabilitative services. Psychological interventions consist of, and are not limited to, individual psychotherapy, psychological assessments, and psychological evaluations. Other assignments include, but are not limited to: treatment planning, and training/supervising students. Specialized Training in Forensic Psychology - Competency Restoration, Competency to Stand Trial and Criminal Responsibility Evaluations. Show less



Mississippi State Hospital

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Pre-Doctoral Residency

  • Aug 2008 - Aug 2009

  Psychology Resident / Predoctoral Internship Mississippi State Hospital; Whitfield, MS. • APA-Approved Internship • Inpatient hospital setting with approximately 2,000 patients and 2,500 staff members. • Patient population consists of adolescents, adults, geriatric adults, and forensic patients. 150 hours of Psychological Assessment. 250 hours of biofeedback (EmWavePC, Nexus-10 System). • Completed rotations with the Behavioral Medicine/Medical Psychiatry Unit Psychiatric Forensic Unit Dual Diagnosis/Acute Adult Care/IDD/MI Chemical Dependency Unit Show less



The Parenting Center in Fort Worth/Mansfield

• Psychology Trainee / Practicum Student

  • Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

  Provided structured cognitive behavioral individual and family therapy to children, adolescents and adults with various psychological disorders. Provided play and art therapy to children. In addition, screening, intake interviews, psychological assessment. Interventions provided in Spanish and English. Collaborate with various psychology interns and mental health professionals within a multidisciplinary team. Provided structured cognitive behavioral individual and family therapy to children, adolescents and adults with various psychological disorders. Provided play and art therapy to children. In addition, screening, intake interviews, psychological assessment. Interventions provided in Spanish and English. Collaborate with various psychology interns and mental health professionals within a multidisciplinary team.



The Parenting Center in Forth Worth

• Facilitator of Workshops

  • Aug 2002 - Aug 2007

  Delivered 2 hour-workshops on Anger Management, Family Systems, and Positive Communication with Children in both Spanish and English for parents. Delivered 2 hour-workshops on Anger Management, Family Systems, and Positive Communication with Children in both Spanish and English for parents.



Kirsi Waller, PhD. Neuropsychologist

• Psychology Trainee / Practicum Student

  • Jul 2005 - Jul 2006

  Administered psychological and neuropsychological batteries to a diverse client population including those with developmental disabilities, neurological impairments, severe psychiatric disorders, and physical disabilities. Interventions provided in Spanish and English. In addition, I conducted diagnostic clinical interviews and completed neuropsychological/psychological reports, all under the supervision of Dr. Kirsi Waller. Administered psychological and neuropsychological batteries to a diverse client population including those with developmental disabilities, neurological impairments, severe psychiatric disorders, and physical disabilities. Interventions provided in Spanish and English. In addition, I conducted diagnostic clinical interviews and completed neuropsychological/psychological reports, all under the supervision of Dr. Kirsi Waller.