Michael Nuccitelli, Psy.D., C.F.C.
Hopewell Junction, New York 12533
abloq9@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION & LICENSURE:
Doctor of Clinical Psychology
Adler School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, Illinois. October, 1994
Master of Arts Program, Psychology
State University of New York at New Paltz 33 Credits- New Paltz, N.Y. 1988-
1990
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Psychology
State University of New York at New Paltz- New Paltz, N.Y. May, 1987
New York State Licensed Psychologist # 013009-1- March, 1997
CERTIFICATIONS:
PRESENT: Diplomat-American Board of Psychologist Specialties American
College of Forensic Examiners- May, 2006
Certified Forensic Consultant American College of Forensic Examiners- May,
2006
NYS O.A.S.A.S. Credentialed Substance Abuse Counselor, February 2007
NYS Law Guardian Panel- March 2005
NYS Department of Motor Vehicles Treatment Evaluator- April, 2005
PAST: New York State Credentialed Substance Abuse Counselor- 1990-1998
Nationally Certified Addictions Counselor I- 1993-1998
MEMBERSHIPS: Westchester County Bar Association-Affiliate Member- 2003 to
2007
Putnam County Bar Association-Affiliate Member, 2003 to present
American College of Forensic Examiners, Member 2005 to present
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:
Executive Director/President, Autumn Psychological PC
Brewster, New York September 2001-April 2009
Hopewell Junction, New York September 2001-Present
In my private practice, presently function half time carrying a 20 patient
caseload conducting individual psychotherapy, couples counseling, family
psychotherapy, and psychiatric evaluations. I also conduction forensic
evaluations referred from family and criminal courts, D.U.I. evaluations,
attorney consultations, and substance abuse assessments.
Chief Forensic Examiner, SLS Forensics
Managing Director, Catalyst Strategies Group, Inc.
Brewster, New York September 2001-April 2009
As Chief Forensic Examiner, I administrated, conducted and coordinated all
forensic psychological, psychiatric and neuropsychological assessments
conducted by SLS Forensics. Assessments conducted include evaluations from
criminal, family and civil court systems. I coordinated all speakers'
bureau engagements, networking, evaluation/assessment services for the
practice divisions, and was a regular presenter and public speaker host.
Residential Psychologist, SLS Health LLC
Brewster, New York January 2007- April 2009
As Residential Psychologist, I carried a caseload of 12-15 residential
patients that were dually diagnosed with psychiatric and/or addiction
illnesses. I met with each patient two times weekly in individual
psychotherapy, contacted their family members weekly, developed their
treatment plans, and worked with other staff members daily relating to my
patients clinical care. In addition to my caseload, I conducted five group
therapy sessions weekly for other residential members. These five groups
were anger management, relationship skills building, and three group
therapy sessions. Lastly, I was responsible for health insurance related
matters, collateral contacts to referents, and discharge planning.
Executive Director, SLS Wellness, LLC
Brewster, New York September 2001-January 2007
As Executive Director, I provided program administration for all clinical,
organizational, managerial, and marketing functions. I oversaw six practice
divisions including forensics, pediatrics, behavioral medicine, executive
coaching, addictions treatment and general psychiatry. In addition to
administration, I provided clinical services to a 25 patient caseload. As
Chief
Forensic Examiner, I administrated, conducted and coordinated all forensic
psychological, psychiatric and neuropsychological assessments conducted by
SLS Forensics. Assessments conducted included evaluations from criminal,
family and civil court systems. I coordinated all speakers' bureau
engagements, networking, evaluation/assessment services for the practice
divisions, and was a regular presenter and public speaker host.
Managing Consultant, Valley Behavioral Medicine
Goshen, New York December 2000 - August 2001
As Managing Consultant, I functioned to create and manage the first
integrative medical practice in Orange County, New York. I managed a
clinical team of 27 healthcare professionals and 10 administrative staff
members. I provided organizational management, community networking, as
well as the marketing of various business operations. I worked closely with
physicians, attorneys, school districts and managed care companies offering
the community behavioral and alternative healthcare services. I also
developed the initial phases of offering the legal community court
assessment services.
Managing Administrator, Center for Stress Reduction
Goshen, New York May 1998 - December 2000
As Managing Administrator, I functioned to provide office management,
organizational protocol, marketing, community networking, and management of
all business functions. As a clinician, I provided individual and family
therapy to children, adolescents and their families regarding
substance abuse and/or psychiatric disabilities. I also provided crisis
intervention, on-call emergency care, prevention education in the
community, and referral to community agencies.
Community Liaison, Four Winds Hospital
Cross River, New York January 1997 - July 1998
I functioned in a dual capacity as a clinician and marketing
representative. I covered Dutchess, Orange, Ulster and Putnam Counties. I
provided clinical assessments to school K-12, legal related agencies, and
attorneys. I triaged patients from community systems to Four Winds
services. Provided community education on behavioral disorders including
faculty and student
training, case consultation, conference and convention presentations. I
also developed projects to increase community awareness of hospital
programs.
Child & Adolescent Psychologist, PsychCare Associates
Fishkill, New York September 1995 to September 1997
I provided individual and family therapy to children, adolescents and their
families regarding substance abuse and/or psychiatric disabilities. I
carried a caseload of 15-17 clients and was responsible for treatment
planning, therapy and other related psychological services.
Regional Services Coordinator, Liberty Management Group, Inc.
White Plains, New York February 1995 to January 1997
I functioned in a dual capacity as a clinician and marketing
representative. I covered a catchments area of the Hudson Valley and
Westchester County. I provided clinical assessments for the community
involving alcohol/drug and/or psychiatric problems. I triaged patients from
practitioners and community agencies to Liberty facilities. I engaged in
multiple public speaking
engagements with businesses and schools entailing various topics of
behavioral disorders. As a marketing representative, I developed ideas and
projects to increase the community's awareness of Liberty Management's
services.
Staff Psychologist, Innovative Health Systems, Inc.
White Plains, New York September 1994 to February 1995
Case managed 20-30 adult alcohol/drug dependent clients. I performed
individual and group therapy, D.W.I, assessments, clinical assessments, and
crisis intervention. Also developed, implemented and led a relapse
prevention program for clients having difficulty maintaining abstinence.
Pre-Doctoral Intern, Hudson River Psychiatric Center
Poughkeepsie, New York September 1993 to September 1994
Participated in a F/T A.P.A. accredited pre-doctoral internship as part of
academic requirements to receive a Doctor of Clinical Psychology degree.
Responsibilities included program development and implementation,
psychological testing, individual and group therapy, treatment planning,
case management, research, and weekly all-day seminars and supervision.
Responsibilities also included working in inpatient and outpatient
facilities. Type of population: the seriously mentally ill and chemically
dependent.
Clinical Director, Residential Services
West Chicago, Illinois 1992
Developed, directed and administered a residential and outpatient program
of adult male substance abusers who had been court mandated due to drug-
related crimes. I was responsible for quality assurance, site reviews, and
insuring acceptable documentation by funding sources and other providers.
I recommended policy changes to assist in resource development. Assisted in
agency plans for center and budget preparation.
Primary Counselor, Family Guidance Center
Chicago, Illinois 1990 to 1992
Case management of chemically dependent individuals involving daily
individual and group counseling, treatment planning, related topics in the
field of substance abuse, and the supervision of M.A. interns.
Adult Therapist, Arms Acres
Carmel, New York 1989 to 1990
I conducted group counseling with chemically dependent individuals
involving daily individual and group counseling, treatment planning,
referent and family contacts, participation in family counseling, aftercare
planning and giving weekly lectures.
Continuing Care Therapist. Arms Acres
Carmel, New York 1989 to 1990
I conducted group counseling with chemically dependent individuals in early
recovery after they had been discharged from inpatient facilities. I also
had frequent contacts with referents and family members.
Consultant, V.M.C. Consulting Services
Beacon, New York 1989 to 1990
I was a group counselor for chemically dependent individuals and court
mandated persons requiring encouragement of sober lifestyles in an
outpatient setting.
Primary Counselor, Rhinebeck Lodge
Rhinebeck, New York 1989
This position involved case management of chemically dependent individuals
involving daily group and individual counseling, treatment planning,
referent and family contacts, aftercare planning and giving weekly
lectures.
Crisis Intervention and Hot-Line Counselor, Family of New Paltz
New Paltz, New York 1988
I volunteered as a counselor to distressed persons requiring shelter, food,
social services, referral mental health agencies, and provided counseling
to persons calling for assistance.
Resident Counselor, Kingston Homeless Shelter
Kingston, New York 1988
I functioned as counselor working with homeless persons in a temporary
housing setting. I also provided referrals to appropriate social services
and mental health agencies.
MEDIA EVENTS: Dr. Michael Nuccitelli has appeared in a variety of media
venues including "O'Reilly Factor", "CNN", "Headline News", "New York
Times", "Washington Post", "Miami Herald", and "Westwood One". Dr.
Nuccitelli is also a regularly guest on "Court TV-Closing Arguments", and
"CNN Headline News, The Nancy Grace Show" as well as the co-host of his own
talk radio show, "ForenPsych.".
MEDIA TOPIC EXPERTISE:
Psychology of Terrorism, Forensic Psychology, Child, Adolescent, Celebrity
Psychology, Women's Issues, Sexuality, Addictions, Current Events,
Psychiatry, Political Analysis, Stress, and Mental Health.