Patrick J. Steele
[email protected] [email protected] EDUCATIONAdler School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL
Doctorate student in Clinical Psychology Estimated Graduation: Jan. 2015 APA accredited Program Current Status: PsyD (ABD) Certificate in Substance Abuse
Certificate in Adlerian Psychology Cumulative GPA: 3.72
Degree Awarded: Masters in Counseling Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK
Bachelor of Arts August 2006 Major: Psychology
Mental Health Concentration Minor: Kinesiology
Deans List: 2004, 2005, 2006 Cum Laude
INTERNSHIP EXPERIENCE
Riverview Psychiatric Center, Augusta, ME
Psychology Intern June 2012- July 2013
Supervised by – Diraco, Ph.D (Primary Supervisor) and Elizabeth Houghton-Faryna, Psy.D (Training Director)
Expected Cumulative Hours: 2000+ hours
• Conduct individual therapy with adults on both the forensic and civil side of a state forensic hospital. Carry a caseload of 12 psychotherapy clients.
• Conduct group therapy, both process and psychoeducational groups, for the topics of substance abuse, anger management, Incompetent to Stand Trial, Not Criminally Responsible, and Mental Health Group.
• Assist acute crisis management on unit.
• Administer, score, and interpret psychological diagnostic tests, including intellectual, achievement, and personality measures.
• Present in two Clinical Case Conference on the topics of seclusion and sensory deprivation, and motivational interviewing and working through resistance. • Participate in Psychiatric Grand Rounds with Dartmouth College.
• Interview internship candidates for placement at Riverview Psychiatric Center. • Participate in 3 hours of individual supervision weekly: Participate in 2 hours of
group supervision weekly. PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE
Illinois Youth Center: Illinois Department of Corrections, St. Charles, IL
Advanced Therapy Extern September 2011-May 2012
Supervised by Christine Cox, Psy.D (Clinical Training Director)
• Conduct individual and group therapy sessions with adolescents and young adults in a forensic setting focusing on development of coping and social skills. Common diagnoses included conduct disorder, antisocial personality disorder, substance dependence and abuse disorders, depression, and anxiety disorders.
• Conduct individual therapy in regards to substance abuse problems.
• Administer, score, and interpret psychological diagnostic tests, including intellectual, achievement, and personality measures.
• Participate in a research initiative partnering with Columbia University to study rehabilitation and recidivism rates among incarcerated youth.
Sinha Clinic: Center for Cognitive Rehabilitation, St. Charles, IL
Therapy Extern June 2010-June 2011
Supervised by Sabrina Young, Psy.D (Clinical Director)
• Conducted weekly or twice weekly individual therapy, family therapy, and couples therapy using an Adlerian framework in a private practice. Clients carried diagnoses and issues related to depression, anxiety, bipolar, thought disorders, personality disorders, marital discord, family system issues, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
• Conducted EEG guided Neurofeedback with patients of all ages and with both medical and psychiatric diagnoses.
• Assisted in administration, interpretation, and recommendation for protocols based on Quantitative Electroencephalogram (QEEG) data for patients.
• Administered, scored, and interpreted neuropsychological and psychological tests. • Conducted feedback sessions with patients and/or parents following testing.
• Integrated background information and testing material to compose comprehensive psychological reports related to clinical decisions regarding differential diagnoses and changes in mental status over time. Referrals included evaluations for dementia, ADHD, and personality testing.
• Participated in the design and initial IRB approval of a research study investigating mirror neuron functioning within individuals on the Autism Spectrum using QEEG data.
• Participated in weekly one-hour individual and one-hour group supervision. • Participated in weekly one-hour research supervision.
• Cumulative hours: 1315 hours over 53 weeks • Psychological Assessments completed: 10 United Stand Counseling Center, Chicago, IL
Diagnostic Extern July 2009-June 2010
Supervised by Sister Kim Mis, Psy.D (Clinical Director) and Kristy Kipka, Psy.D (Primary Supervisor)
• Administered, scored, and interpreted psychological tests including intellectual, achievement, and personality measures with children and adolescents with the Catholic Private Schools.
• Conducted initial interviews with students and/or parents. • Conducted school observations of students.
• Conducted feedback sessions with students and/or parents following testing. • Integrated background information and testing material to compose comprehensive
psychological reports relating to clinical decisions regarding differential diagnosis, cognitive and emotional factors that influence functioning, ability to function independently, and tracking of changes in mental status over time.
• Participated in staffings, consultation, and IEP meetings.
• Conducted weekly individual therapy with a caseload of 10 students regarding behavioral, emotional, and trauma issues.
• Participated in weekly one-hour individual supervision, one-hour group supervision, and one-hour didactic seminars.
• Cumulative Hours: 880 hours over a 50 weeks • Psychological Assessments Completed: 10 CLINICAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Northeastern State University, Student Affairs, Tahlequah, OK
Junior Program Developer July 2006-January 2008 Supervised by Sheila Self, MA
• Designed and implemented the drug, alcohol, and sexual assault prevention programs for the university.
• Participated and marketed the “Safe Spring Break” campaign for the office of Student Affairs.
• Facilitated the “Victims Impact Panel”, an insight oriented program aimed to educate students about the dangers of drinking and driving.
• Served as the Greek Ambassador to Student Affairs for the university. Cherokee Nation: Jack Brown Center, Tahlequah, OK
Substance Abuse Technician May 2007-January 2008 Supervised by James Williams, MA (Therapy Supervisor)
• Served as a recreational specialist for adolescents at a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center.
• Assisted in individual and group therapy with the youth.
• Consulted with staff members in the development of treatment plans.
• Helped to maintain a safe environment by performing routine checks and monitoring activities of the youth.
RELATED CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Sinha Clinic: Center for Cognitive Rehabilitation, St. Charles, IL
Supervised by Sabrina Young, PsyD (Clinical Director)
• Provide supervision on the theory and practice of EEG-guided neurofeedback for doctoral externs who will see children, adolescents, and adults.
• Provide supervision on the interpretation of Qualitative Electroencephalograph data in regards to brain mapping and protocol development for neurofeedback training. • Provide training and supervision on theory and practice of individual, marital, and
family therapy.
• Listen to weekly taped recording of student therapy sessions and provide feedback. • Conduct weekly meetings with externs over conceptualization, countertransference
issues, and theory discussions.
Boys and Girls Club: Daniel Cotter Club, Chicago, IL Community Service Extern
• Designed recreational and educational activities for the youth.
• Taught guitar lessons to children and adolescents age 8-17 who had been identified has having behavioral issues.
• Assisted students with homework.
• Designed presentations and field trips on the importance of college education. RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Doctoral Dissertation Expected date of completion: January 6th, 2015 Steele, P. J. (in progress). The Theoretical Underpinning of Adlerian Psychology and Neurofeedback: A Model for Intergration? Adler School of Professional Psychology. Dissertation Chair: Catherine McNeilly, Psy.D
Sinha Clinic: Center for Cognitive Rehabilitation, St. Charles, IL
Research Assistant August 2010-Present • Assist in the execution of a study investigating the role of the mirror neuron system in
individuals with Autism.
• Utilize Qualitative Electroencephalograph to measure Mu rhythm activity. • Administer EEG-guided neurofeedback.
• Administer pre/post neuropsychological testing
• Recruit participants, run participants, enter data, and conduct literature reviews. • Supervised by Sabrina Young, Psy.D
Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK
Lab Assistant August 2004-August 2005 • Assisted in the execution of a study investigating the role of feedback in learning. • Assisted in the recruitment of students.
• Administered the experimental and control conditions to undergraduate students. • Entered data and analyzed results using statistical analyses
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Georgia Regents University, Augusta, GA
Adjunct Professor September 2013- Present
Classes Taught: Intro to Psychology, Theories of Personality, History and Systems • Presented lectures regarding course material from assigned textbook, outside
readings, and media resources
• Graded assignments and homework regarding theory and terminology and the integration and synthesis of the two
• Provided guidance for in-vivo role-plays between students regarding therapeutic concepts
• Provided individual assistance for those struggling with the course concepts • Mentored students during their academic journey
• Maintained office hours
Adler School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL
Teaching Assistant- Lifestyle Assessment September- December 2009 Supervised by Michael Caponi, Psy.D
• Graded assignments and homework regarding theory and terminology
• Presented lectures over Adlerian theory, Lifestyle Assessment, family constellations, and early recollections
• Provided individual assistance for those struggling with the course concepts. Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital, Chicago, IL
Child Guidance and Parent Education Class March 2009 Parent Educator
• Co-facilitated a six-week program consisting of weekly two-hour sessions focused on Adlerian parenting skills for community members.
• Provided information on using the positive discipline approach to care giving incorporating topics such as parenting styles, encouragement, logical consequences, and birth order.
• Integrated multiple modalities to educate parents in the group including handouts, role playing, modeling behaviors, and group discussions.
Northeastern State University, Tahlequah, OK
Instructor- Introduction to Human Behavior August-December 2006 • Developed lesson plans, tests, and quizzes for an introductory level psychology class
of 60 students.
• Provided weekly lectures over beginning concepts within psychology and the history of psychology.
• Presented material in several learning styles to maximize learning potential for all students.
• Maintained office hours for additional instruction. • Graded all assignments.
PRESENTATIONS
Steele, P.J. (2009) The Power of Music: Giving Troubled Teens Another Option. Poster presented at Adler School of Professional Psychology Community Service Practicum Annual Fair, Chicago.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE The Boys Home, Gore, OK Recreational Specialist
• Lead recreational and educational activities for boys between the ages of 12 and 18. • Provide educational seminars for the youth regarding gang involvement and
rehabilitation.
• Assist staff in administrative duties. CERTIFICATES AND TRAINING
Morehouse School of Medicine, 2011
NFL Community Huddle: Taking a Goal Line Stand for Your Mind and Body
Edwards Hospital: Naperville, Illinois 2011
Chemical Dependency
Edwards Hospital: Naperville, Illinois 2011
Anxiety/PTSD
Edwards Hospital: Naperville, Illinois, 2011
Resistant Depression
Medical University of South Carolina 2010
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy- Web
Medical University of South Carolina 2010
Using Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy with Childhood Traumatic Grief- Web
Adler School of Professional Psychology: Chicago, IL 2009
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Psychological Association (APA), Student Affiliate Member Illinois Psychological Association (IPA), Student Affiliate Member
North American Society of Adlerian Psychology (NASAP), Student Affiliate Member
REFERENCES Dr. Steven Migalski, Core Faculty
Adler School of Professional Psychology 17 North Dearborn, Chicago, IL. 60602 (312) 662-4313
Dr. Sabrina Young Director of Training
Sinha Clinic: Center for Cognitive Rehabilitation Clinic 2560 Foxfield Rd # 240, St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 762-9606 Dr. Arthur Dirocco Primary Supervisor
Riverview Psychiatric Center
250 Arsenal St, Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 624-4600
Dr. Michael Stefanek
Chair of Psychology Department Georgia Regents University
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
(706) 667-4615
