T R U D Y G I L B E R T, PhD
Curriculum Vitae
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Oxnard, CA 93035 E-
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EDUCATION: PACIFICA GRADUATE INSTITUTE, PhD, Clinical Psychology
ANTIOCH UNIVERSITY, MA, Clinical Psychology
SAN FRANCISCO STATE UNIVERSITY, BA, Special Education &
English
DISSERTATION: Dreams at Eventide: The Final Phase of Life as a
Transformation of Consciousness
The primary research question examines the relationship of
dreams to mature development of the elderly during the
final phase of life.
OBJECTIVE: Experienced Clinical Psychologist seeking permanent
position in which I can contribute my clinical expertise to
diagnose mental health disorders along with preparation of
treatment plans, evaluate patients utilizing personality
and cognitive assessment instruments, and human relations
work such as community outreach activities in a dynamic
work environment.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:
12/2006 - Current PRIVATE PRACTICE
Provide individual short and long-term psychotherapy to
adults, adolescents, children, and couples and family
therapy with issues including depression, anxiety, mood,
and substance-related disorders, eating disorders, pain
management, relationship difficulties, trauma, bereavement,
and personality disorders. Liaise closely with physicians
and psychiatrists regarding collaborative treatment.
Treatment approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy,
interpersonal therapy, and psychodynamic perspective.
Expertise in computer skills and insurance billing.
Medical and clinical related paperwork competency.
2/2005 - 12/2006 OZARK GUIDANCE CENTER
Clinician, Doctoral Internship
Worked as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside
psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers. Developed and
monitored appropriate programs with colleagues regarding
treatment for individual and group therapy. Provided
individual and family therapy in outpatient adult services
unit. Conducted diagnostic intake assessments and case
management. Determined appropriate treatment modalities
and formulated treatment plans. Provided cognitive
behavioral group therapy for chronic pain management,
including staff presentations. Performed drug and alcohol
assessment. Administered psychological assessments
including the WAIS-III, MMPI, and Vineland Adaptive
Behavior Scales. Facilitated clinical case consultation
for counselor interns. Medical and clinical related
paperwork competency.
01/1994 - 1/2005 PRIVATE PRACTICE
Provided short and long-term psychotherapy to adults,
adolescents, children, and couples and family therapy.
Supervised and trained MFT interns. Competent in clinical
paperwork, documentation, and insurance billing.
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T R U D Y G I L B E R T, PhD
2000 FAMILY VIOLENCE PROJECT
Clinician, Part-time
Provided individual and support group therapy for survivors
of domestic violence. Responsible for individual treatment
plans. Coordinated with project coordinators to ensure
referrals to outside agencies for job development and legal
assistance. Handled emergency incoming crisis phone calls.
1999 - 2000 1736 FAMILY CRISIS CENTER
Clinician, Doctoral Internship
Provided individual therapy to adult survivors of domestic
violence, treating both women and men. Developed individual
treatment plans to meet emotional and psychological needs
of each client.
1994-1995 SUPPORTIVE COUNSELING CARE
Psychotherapist, Part-time
Conducted geriatric individual and group therapy at
retirement homes. Direct contact with county and public
departments/facilities, and private-funding sources.
Established in-house AA meetings. Disorders treated
included: depression, anxiety and mood disorders, substance-
related disorders, personality disorders, bereavement and
loss, Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and other cognitive
disorders.
1992 - 1994 NEW START
Staff Therapist (Drug Rehabilitation Center)
Conducted intake interviews. Provided psychotherapy with
adolescents, adults, couples, and families, and prepared
treatment plans. Conducted weekly group therapy. Provided
crisis intervention. Provided liaison with community
agencies and referral sources.
LICENSURE & CREDENTIALS:
Licensed Clinical Psychologist (California)
Marriage Family Therapist (California)
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
American Psychological Association (APA)
California Association of Marriage Family Therapists
(CAMFT)
PROFESSIONAL/VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES:
Lecturer on Aging Issues, Los Angeles
Senior Health and Peer Counseling, Santa Monica
Therapist, Santa Monica Public School system
Free Arts for Abused Children, Los Angeles
Options House for Runaway Teenagers, Hollywood
Bay Area Crisis Nursery, Concord
Battered Women's Alternatives, Concord
Special Olympics Northern and Southern California
CREDENTIALS AND REFERENCES WILL BE FURNISHED UPON REQUEST.
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