April Kilduff, MA, LCPC Chicago, IL 972.757.1723 aprilkilduff@gmail.com www.challengeanxiety.com
Licensure December 2012+
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), Illinois
Education August 2008August 2010
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Counseling Specialization Current GPA: 4.0/4.0
August 1995May 1997
University of Texas, Austin, TX Master of Arts in Advertising, Creative Sequence Cumulative GPA: 3.6/4.0
August 1992May 1995
Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX Bachelor of Arts in Advertising Magna Cum Laude with Departmental Distinction Cumulative GPA: 3.9/4.0
Work Experience October 2014Present •
Clinical Therapist (LCPC) & Training Director Willis Counseling & Consulting Group Practice, Chicago, IL
Provide clinical counseling services at a traditional outpatient level of care via evidencebased practices, specializing in anxiety & OCD as well as adult autism support.
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Author & deliver staff training modules: “ERP 101” & “Autism Cultural Competency.”
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Advise colleagues on OCD & ERP via case consultation &/or as co-treatment team.
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Assist practice owners in developing & launching new practice & programming initiatives.
June 2015August 2018 •
Behavior Specialist / Licensed Professional Counselor Rogers Behavioral Health OCD & Anxiety Program, Skokie, IL
Provided evidence-based practices - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - in an IOP/PHP setting with adolescent/adult populations seeking relief from full range of anxiety & OCD disorders (GAD, Specific Phobia, Social Phobia, Panic Disorder & Attacks, PTSD, OCD, Trichotillomania, Excoriation)
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Oversaw admission & discharge procedures for PHP/IOP program patients; participate in patient staffings with program therapists, psychiatrists & other treatment team members
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Assessed severity of & types of symptoms among current & potential program patients
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Created individualized treatment plans with patients’ input & meet with them for structured exposures & processing time
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Lead psychoeducational family sessions for patients to facilitate treatment & relapse recovery
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Provided interventions and/or resources for co-morbid disorders, including depression, personality disorders, gender identity, chemical abuse/dependency, eating disorders
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Specialized in working with clients also on the autism spectrum in order to appropriately adapt treatment interventions for optimal effectiveness
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Collaborated with aftercare treatment providers to provide relevant background & support
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Co-developed group therapy curriculum & lead CBT Skills groups
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Created training materials for fellow staff & interns
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Managed information resources (electronic & paper) across all programs
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Supervised program interns & provide performance feedback to their school supervisors
December 2014June 2015
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Resource Therapist, LCPC Center For Anxiety & Obsessive Compulsive Disorders Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital, Hoffman Estates, IL
Support intensive outpatient program as needed per census with same proficiencies listed below as previous ABBHH Anxiety program experience (July 2009-March 2013).
May 2014June 2015 •
Clinical Counselor, LCPC BetterHelp, (online)
Offer counseling direction via a message-based technology platform created for those who lack access to traditional counseling services.
December 2013May 2014 •
Evening Instructor / Mentor Minnesota Life College, Minneapolis, MN
Supported young adults on the autism spectrum and/or with severe learning differences in developing independent living skills as part of a 3-year post-secondary program
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Designed & led a weekly anxiety management group
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Provided transportation & supervision during weekend social activities
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March 2013July 2014 •
Strategist Zeus Jones, Minneapolis, MN
Employed a transparent, purpose-based approach to uncover modern business & brand solutions tailored to each client
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Management of 500K+ Facebook community – social strategy, content creation & quarterly analysis. Mine for qualitative insights & opportunities.
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Collaborated across disciplines within a truly flat organization.
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Coordinated among clients’ national meta-team partner network.
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Clients include: Purina, General Mills, Angie’s Popcorn, Nubian Heritage, Lakewinds Coop
July 2009March 2013
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Staff Therapist II (August 2012-March 2013) Staff Therapist I (June 2010-July 2012) Clinical Counseling Intern (July 2009-May 2010) Center For Anxiety & Obsessive Compulsive Disorders Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital, Hoffman Estates, IL
Utilized evidence-based practices - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) - in an IOP/PHP setting with adolescent/adult populations seeking relief from full range of anxiety disorders (OCD, PTSD, GAD, Specific Phobia, Social Phobia, Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety)
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Assessed severity of & types of symptoms among current & potential program patients
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Aided in admission & discharge procedures of program patients
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Collaborated with aftercare treatment providers to provide relevant background & support
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Created individualized treatment plans with patients’ input
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Implemented interventions designed to address each patients’ mental health needs
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Met with individual patients for structured exposures & processing time
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Led family sessions for patients, both individually & with coworkers
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Provided interventions and/or resources for co-morbid disorders, including depression, personality disorders, gender identity, chemical abuse/dependency, eating disorders
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Specialized in working with program clients also on the autism spectrum in order to appropriately adapt treatment interventions for optimal effectiveness
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Wrote & participated in patient staffings with program therapists & psychiatrists
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Assisted in maintenance of patient charts & board, as well as office materials
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Developed group therapy curriculum & led groups, both individually & with coworkers
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Created training binder for fellow interns to reference with key treatment materials
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Co-developed & co-managed new evening/weekend IOP offering for working professionals
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Presented to various ABBHH & outside providers at Autism Professional Round Tables
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Attended professional development trainings provided by ABBHH to gain & maintain knowledge on topics beyond anxiety disorders
May 2005August 2008
Senior Planner – VP/Planning Director EnergyBBDO, Chicago, IL
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Led strategic global brand development with international client & agency teams
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Guided annual communication program development with agency partners
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Evaluated clients’ brand portfolios using archetypes as an organizing principle
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Created opportunities for immersions into target audiences’ lives
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Employed ethnographic techniques to study the college Spring Break experience
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Contributed to weekly trend e-newsletter with global agency & client distribution
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Studied & reported on latest developments in areas of generational studies & individual cognitive development to provide insight & implications
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Managed junior talent on multi-person team
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Clients Included: Jim Beam Brands, Wrigley Brands, Dial, Art Institute of Chicago
August 2001April 2005 •
Planner – Senior Planning Director & Cultural Strategist GSD&M, Austin, TX
Conducted primary & secondary research projects designed to better understand consumers from individual, familial, & cultural perspectives
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Organized, produced, & presented a “Macroshifts In America” trend forecasting report
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Consulted business teams of the world’s largest corporation—Wal-Mart
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Audited internal communications of clients for consistency & messaging
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Clients Included: Wal-Mart, Sam’s Club, On The Border, Krispy Kreme, Dial/Purex/Renuzit,
February 1998August 2001
Junior Planner – Brand Strategist/Consumer Behavior Analyst Fallon/Fallon Brand Consulting, Minneapolis, MN
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Assisted in the organization & management of a panel of NYC teen trendsetters
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Interviewed consumers to identify insights for marketing campaign ideas
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Reviewed & organized results of communication research to disseminate with team
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Participated in integrated team brainstorms to ideate new products/brands
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Trained in methodology of conducting individual & group interviews
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Clients Included: Lee Jeans, Holiday Inn Express, various new business pitches
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June 1997August 1997 •
Copywriter Targetbase Marketing, Dallas, TX
Wrote creative content for clients’ branded direct mail newsletters.
Research Experience 1998-2008
Involved in multiple research projects throughout advertising career Qualitative Studies: Individual Interviews, Focus Groups, Shop-a-longs, Ethnographic Interviews (in-home, in-car, in-restaurant), Diary Journals, Immersions, Blog Analysis, Consumer-Based Ideation Quantitative Studies: Segmentation Studies, Tracking Studies, Conjoint Analysis, Communications Copytesting, Online Surveys
Fall 2004
“Macroshifts In America: Three Culture Drivers Affecting Business Today” April Kilduff, Principal Investigator/Author, GSD&M, Austin, TX Presented to Wal-Mart’s marketing & research departments & at advertising agency extracurricular training sessions. Also distributed in print form to other agency clients & new business prospects.
Teaching Experience 3rd Quarter 2014 4th Quarter 2014
Evening Instructor Minnesota Life College Minneapolis, MN Courses Taught: • Tools For Anxiety Created 8-week courses for young adults on the autism spectrum and/or with severe learning disabilities grounded in EBPs for anxiety. Assessed needs of students enrolled to tailor curriculum to their needs.
Fall 2002Spring 2005
Guest Lecturer University of Texas, Department of Advertising Austin, TX Courses Taught: • Graduate Advertising Research • Undergraduate Advertising Research • Undergraduate Advanced Media Prepared presentations regarding the practice of advertising planning for communications students, as requested by regular course professor. Met once a semester to address classes & answer questions. Provided informational interviews & resume reviews for interested students.
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Fall 1999Summer 2001
Instructor Brainco: The Minneapolis School of Advertising, Design & Interactive Minneapolis, MN Courses Taught: • Introduction to Consumer Behavior • Introduction to Branding • Introduction to Account Planning • Advanced Account Planning Created syllabi, reading lists, & assignments for classes of 3-20 students. Delivered weekly lectures & determined all grades.
Conference & Workshop Presentations March & May 2018
“Welcome To The Spectrum: A Primer In Autism Cultural Competence" —April Kilduff Rogers Behavioral Health Group Supervision Training, Chicago, IL Willis Counseling & Consulting CEU Training Session, Chicago, IL
October 2016
“Your Brain Isn’t Broken! Owner’s Guide To The OCD Brain”—April Kilduff DASC OCD Support Group, Chicago, IL
July 2017 & June 2015
“Exposure & Response Prevention For Anxiety & OCD”—April Kilduff Willis Counseling & Consulting CEU Training Session, Chicago, IL
July 2016
“When Food Is The Enemy: ERP For A Variety Of Disordered Eating Habits” —April Kilduff, Bella Gambino & Emily Sanders 23rd Annual Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Conference Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, Chicago, IL
June 2012
“Asperger’s? OCD? Both?”—April Kilduff Alexian Health System Autism Round Table Discussion, Chicago, IL
February 2012
“Food For Thought: Is ‘Theory of Mind’ An Outdated Characterization of Autism?”—April Kilduff Alexian Health System Autism Round Table Discussion, Chicago, IL
April 2002
“A Peek Inside Today’s College Lifestyle: Trends & Issues”—April Kilduff Texas Guaranteed (TG) Annual Conference, Austin, TX
March 2001
“Reinventing Your Marketing Strategy for a Transitional Brand in Order to Target Teens: The Buddy Lee Story”—April Kilduff & Bruce Tait Talking To Teens Conference: Tapping Into Teen Culture Online & Offline Institute for International Research (IIR), New York, NY
Conferences & Workshops Attended December 2017
How To Work With Shame National Institute For The Clinical Application Of Behavioral Medicine Online Self-Learning Course
September 2017
Adolescent & Young Adult Anxiety Disorders:
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A Developmental & Family-Based CBT Model Dr. Anne Marie Albano, Dr. Paula Young Rogers Behavioral Health, Chicago, IL March 2017
Embracing Complexity: Integrated Care For Substance Use, Atypical OCD & PTSD Dr. Vesna Pirec, Lara Effland, LCSW, Linda Lewaniak, LCSW, CAADC, Jenni Schaefer Insight Behavioral Health Symposium , Chicago, IL
July 2016
23rd Annual Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Conference Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, Chicago, IL
June 2015
CBT University Rogers Behavioral Health Leadership Rogers Behavioral Health OCD & Anxiety Program, Chicago, IL
May 2015
FACT: Focused Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Dr. Fabrice Lubin Willis Counseling & Consulting, Chicago, IL
May 2015
Autism & Asperger’s Syndrome Conference Dr. Temple Grandin Future Horizons, Chicago, IL
April 2015
ACT For Complex Trauma Nikki Deasy Lancaster, MA, LPC Willis Counseling & Consulting, Chicago, IL
February 2015
Addressing Advanced Supervision Issues: Stress, Resistance & Impairment Dr. Toni Tollerud Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association, Chicago, IL
January 2015
First Things First: Positive Psychology In Action Dr. Helene Moore Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
December 2014
Legal & Ethical Issues In Counseling Supervision Dr. Fran Giordano Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association, Chicago, IL
September 2014
Evaluation & Assessment In Counseling Supervision Dr. Toni Tollerud Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association, Chicago, IL
May 2014
Caring For Our Girls: Tools For Perfectionism Megan Bearce, LMFT PrairieCare, Minneapolis, MN
March 2014
34th Annual ADAA Conference Anxiety & Depression Association Of America, Chicago, IL
February 2013
The Best Practice Of Laughter
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David & Kristen Finch, 17th Annual Cultural Impact Conference The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL February 2013
Humor & The Brain: Neuropsychology & Medical Perspective Of Laughing Philip Epstein, MD, Sayaka Machizawa, PsyD 17th Annual Cultural Impact Conference The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL
October 2012
Center For Addiction Medicine Semi-Annual Conference Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital, Chicago, IL
July 2012
Tackling Challenging Behaviors (Autism Round Table) Kim G. Hoehne, MA, BCBA, Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
July 2012
19th Annual Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Conference Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, Chicago, IL
April 2012
“Ask The Expert” Panel Discussion (Autism Round Table) Nancy Keck, MD, Cliff Saper, PhD, Gretchen Hatchett, BSW, Maureen Lenke, OTR/L, Valerie Luxon, PsyD Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
March 2012
Augmentive/Alternative Communication (AAC) (Autism Round Table) Amy Bereiter, SLP, Kelly Christiansen, OTRL Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
March 2012
Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention For Tics (CBIT) Doug Woods, Ph.D., Rosalind Franklin University, Chicago, IL Relationship Development Intervention (Autism Round Table) Michelle Kantor, Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
January 2012
December 2011
Working With Narcissistic Individuals Dr. Arthur Freeman, Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
December 2011
Overview of ABA: Role of Behavior Analysts & Organizational Support (Autism Round Table) Lindsay Rice, Stephanie Beaulieu Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
October 2011
Autism Spectrum Disorders: New DSM-V System (Autism Round Table) Dr. Amy Davis, Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
July 2011
ADHD & The Processing Disorders: Immediate Evidence-Based Strategies Dr. David Nowell, PESI Workshop, Chicago, IL
July 2011
18th Annual Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Conference Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, San Diego, CA
May 2011
Managing Difficult Behaviors In Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Dr. Timothy Wahlberg Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL April 2011
Family Conference: Tourette's Syndrome & OCD Tourette Syndrome Association of IL; OCD Chicago
July 2010
17th Annual Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Conference Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, Washington DC
June 2010
One-Session Phobia Treatment Training Dr. Lars-Goran Ost, Alexian Brothers Center For Professional Education, Chicago, IL
August 2009
16th Annual Obsessive Compulsive Foundation Conference Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, Minneapolis, MN
March 2009
29th Annual ADAA Conference Anxiety Disorders Association of America, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM
December 2008
Adlerian Early Recollections as a Projective Technique Dr. Sandra Siegel, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL
November 2008
Let’s Talk Runaway Prevention National Runaway Switchboard, Chicago, IL
October 2008
Reconstructing Identity: The Price of the American Dream Natalie Moore, Chicago Public Radio, Chicago, IL
October 2008
Metaphors As Bridge To New Worlds: Teaching & Therapy Implications Dr. Carol Donnelly, Northwestern & Purdue Universities, Chicago, IL
October 2008
Midwest Schizophrenia Conference The France Foundation; University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, IL
September 2008
Cultural Impact Conference: Psychology in Service of Latino Communities The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL
September 2008
Muslim Conceptualizations of the Self Omer Mozaffar, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
Continuing Education January 2013March 2013
Coursera, University of Edinburgh Introduction to Philosophy
October 2012December 2012
Venture Lab, Stanford University, Dr. Tina Seelig Crash Course in Creativity
August 2008Present
Ongoing self-directed consumption of books, blogs, & documentaries to expand my personal understanding of clinical issues
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Professional Affiliations International Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation (IOCDF) Anxiety & Depression Association Of America (ADAA)
Leadership & Volunteer Experiences Winter 2012Summer 2015
Clinical Navigator Reddit OCD Group Connect those with OCD concerns/questions to credible treatment providers & information resources. Share clinical experience & expertise to provide basic psychoeducation.
Winter 2010Spring 2013
Women’s Liaison (9/2012 – 3/2013) Guest Participant at monthly GRASP Support Group Meetings Global & Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership (GRASP), Chicago Assisted male group leader by fielding concerns from female group members who did not feel comfortable sharing with him directly.
Spring 2000
Animal Sanctuary Construction Volunteer The Wildcat Sanctuary, Sandstone, MN Summer Camp Clean-Up & Construction Volunteer Camp Heartland (now One Heartland), Willow River, MN
Spring 1999 Fall 1992Spring 1994
3rd-4th Grade Classroom Volunteer & Mentor Moss Haven Elementary School, Dallas, TX Paired with withdrawn student demonstrating expressive language delay & weak social skills. Worked together within his regular classroom to complete writing assignments, practice reading, & keep him focused when participating in group projects with other students.
Technical Skills Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Keynote Previous exposure to Microsoft Excel & SPSS
Honors & Awards September 1994
Rhodes & Marshall Scholarship Candidate Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX
Spring 1992Fall 1994
Dean’s List Honor Roll University of Texas, Austin, TX & Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX
Personal Values
Curiosity • Knowledge • Diligence • Autonomy • Sincerity
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References Dr. Patrick McGrath Clinical Director, Assistant Vice President (Residential Services) AMITA Health Foglia Family Foundation Treatment Center, OCD/Anxiety/Substance Use 801 Gloucester, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 Executive Director, Center For Anxiety & OCD (PHP/IOP Services) AMITA Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital Hoffman Estates, IL President, Founder Anxiety Centers Of Illinois Naperville, Bloomingdale & Crystal Lake, IL President OCD Midwest Chapter Fellow Association For Cognitive & Behavioral Therapies 847.479.0732 Patrick.McGrath@amitahealth.org Relationship: Colleague & Former Supervisor/Mentor Stephanie Willis, LCPC, CADC, WFR Founder & Therapist Willis Counseling & Consulting 1448 N. Milwaukee Ave., Ste. 202, Chicago, IL 60622 312.480.1656 swillis@williscc.com Relationship: Colleague & Supervisor Dr Karen Cassiday Managing Director & Clinical Psychologist The Anxiety Treatment Center 707 Lake Cook Road, Ste. 310, Deerfield, IL 60015 Former President, Anxiety & Depression Association Of America (ADAA) 847.559.0001 klcassiday@anxietytreatmentcenter.com Relationship: Colleague & Former Supervisor Ashley Senderak, MA, LCPC Program Manager, Adolescent & Family IOP Family Recovery Centers 900 N. Shore Drive, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 847.287.3155 ashley.senderak@familyrecoverycenters.com Relationship: Colleague & Classmate
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Joy Ocampo, MA, LPC Therapist & Behavior Specialist, Adult FOCUS PHP/IOP Rogers Behavioral Health 4711 Golf Road, Suite 600, Skokie IL 60076 Private Practice Therapist Willis Counseling & Consulting 1448 N. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60622 291.316.1505 jocampo@williscc.com Relationship: Colleague, Former Intern Shannon Wood, MEd Children’s Therapist – Domestic Violence Freedom House 440 Elm Place, Princeton, IL 61356 815.872.0087 swood@freedomhouseillinois.com Relationship: Colleague Dr. Drake Spaeth Clinical Psychologist & Associate Professor White Raven Counseling The Chicago School of Professional Psychology 325 N. Wells Street, Chicago, IL 60654 847.980.8162 dspaeth@thechicagoschool.edu Relationship: Professor Lachlan Badendoch Chief Strategy Office, Senior Partner Carmichael Lynch Advertising Agency 110 5th St N., Minneapolis, MN 55403 612.206.2128 lachlan.badendoch@gmail.com Relationship: Supervisor & Colleague