Sarah E. Dewey
Doctorate of Psychology
3400 Avenue of the Arts, D218
Costa Mesa, Ca. 92626
(559) 392- 9869
NPI: 1457765760
Career Summary:
Doctorate of Psychology with an emphasis of Clinical Forensic Psychology that possesses a background of applied work with a collection of experiences such as:
· Years of applied therapeutic consultations in the mental health field including experiences in diversity of populations such as the Forensic and general clinical settings managing issues related to: psychological, emotional and behavioral disorders classified by the DSM.
· Experience with providing clinical services to a vast range of issues in regards to: gender, age, cultural, religion, and multiplicity of socioeconomic statuses with the focus of their treatment objectives.
· Knowledge of developing and executing treatment plans.
· Conducted and scored psychological assessments including: Cognitive, Intellectual, Personality, and Projective assessments.
· Excellent rapport building abilities, written and oral communication skills, collaborating with other treatment members, and flexible toward change.
· Passionate about bettering the lives of others and eager to learn to broaden clinical skills.
Experiences:
Orange County Probation Department- Youth Reporting Center 2014-2015
Supervisor: Melvin Navarro, Ph. D., CPII
Service Chief: Ron Olsen
· Conducted intake evaluations, individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy topics such as Substance Abuse and Life-Skill: Anger Management.
· Administered and scored psychological assessments.
· Actively participated in case conceptualization supervisions.
· Attended and conducted case management meetings with collaborative staff.
· Therapy approach consisted of Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy modules and Dual Diagnosis strategies.
· Participated in didactic and continuing educational trainings.
· Continued to exercise and develop skills in areas of competency: Professionalism; Legal and Ethical Concerns; Diagnostic, Assessment, Interventions and Treatment development; and human, gender, and cultural diversity.
Psychological Service Center 2013-2014
Supervisor: Dr. Lynette Bassman, Ph.D.
Integrative and Psychological Health Rotation
· Conducted intake evaluations to determine the appropriateness of the individual’s needs
· Performed individual and couples’ psychotherapy with young and middle aged adults (18 to 65); that obtained a vast range of symptoms from mild to severe mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders, personality disorders, substance abuse, and array of health issues.
· Actively participated in weekly case conceptualization studies and didactic trainings.
· Worked collaboratively with other rotations.
· Continued to develop skills in areas of competency such as: Professionalism; Ethical, Legal, and Health Concerns; Diagnostic and Treatment development.
Psychological Service Center 2013-2014
Supervisor: Dr. Dale White, Ph.D.
Batter’s Intervention Program & Juvenile Assessment Rotation
· Conducted intake evaluations.
· Administered and scored psychological assessments.
· Conducted clinical interviews and group placements with an extensive range of age groups (12 to 65).
· Assisted psychological assessments to all levels of socioeconomic and ethnicity groups while maintaining professionalism abided by the legal and ethical codes.
· Actively participated in weekly case conceptualization studies and didactic trainings.
Valley State Prison for Women 2011-2012
Supervisor: Dr. Claudia Corgiant, Ph. D.
· Conducted intake evaluations and screenings.
· Performed individual psychotherapy and facilitated group therapy for developmental delayed and the general population individuals.
· Co-facilitated groups on topics consist with Dual Diagnosis, Grief and Loss, Anger Management, and Coping Skills.
· Actively participated in weekly case conceptualization supervisions and case management meetings with collaborative staff members.
· Developed skills in the following areas of competency: Professionalism; Legal and Ethical Concerns; Diagnostic, Assessment, Invention and Treatment development; Human and Cultural diversity; Safety and Liability; and Quality Improvements.
Slater Elementary 2011-2011
Supervisor: Kang Hang, School Psychologist
· Conducted behavioral observation assessments in relation to developmental and/or cognitive concerns.
· Provided individual psycho-therapy and group therapy for developmental delayed children.
· Administered and scored intellectual assessments.
WestCare Rehabilitation, Fresno 2009-2010
Supervisor: Mary Lee Golding
Undergraduate Internship
· Conducted client treatment interventions.
· Facilitated group therapy on topics such as: 12-Step Process, Anger Management, and Transitioning.
· Conducted family therapy.
Education:
Alliant International University
California School of Clinical Forensic Psychology, Psy. D. 2015
Fresno, California
Concentration: Clinical Forensic Psychology, Doctor of Psychology
Alliant International University
California School of Clinical Forensic Psychology, M.A. 2012
Fresno, California
Concentration: Forensic Psychology, Master of Arts
California State University of Fresno 2010
Fresno, California
Concentration: Psychology, Bachelor of Arts
West Hills Community College 2009
Lemoore, California
Concentration: Administration of Justice, Associate in Arts
Previous Employment / Volunteer History
Volunteer Chaplin for Fresno Sheriff’s Department- First Responders 2013-2014
Provided psychological and religious support to individuals who experienced, witnessed, and/or survived a traumatic accident, suicidal, and/ or homicidal incident under the supervision of an ordained Chaplin.
C. Case Company Inc. 2002- 2013
7010 W. Cerini Ave.
Riverdale, Ca. 93656
(559) 867-3912
Supervisor: Jeanne & Clofas Case
Job Title: Bookkeeper/ Secretary
· Wrote reports, data entry, and filed reports
· Filed paperwork with the courts
· Legalized Oil, Gas, and Mineral Deeds- Notary Public Commission #: 1793042
· Researched leases and deeds of ownership of mineral, land, and surface rights
Longview Production 2006- 2010
121 S. Broadway Ave., Suite #805
Tyler, Tx. 75701
(903) 521-6636
Supervisor: Rhonda Liska
Job Title: Land Man
· Researched leases and deed of ownership of mineral, land, and surface
· Created Land portfolios and Land maps based from Deed of Trusts and Oil, Gas, & Mineral Leases
· Recorded and reported at the court house
· Legalized documentation- Notary Public Commission #: 1793042
Buckle 2009-2010
7720 N. Fresno St., Suite # 104
Fresno, Ca 93710
(559) 222-7215
Supervisor: Jerry Powers
· Customer Consultant
· Merchandise Distributor
Professional Memberships/ Trainings
· American Psychology Association (APA)
· Orange County Psychological Association
· San Joaquin Valley Psychological Association (SJVPA)
· Assist Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Assessments
· Intellectual Assessments: WRAT-4, WASI-IV, WISC-IV, Cognistat, TONI, MOCA
· Personality Assessments: MMPI & MMPI-A, PAI & PAI-A
· Projective Assessments: H-T-P, Rotters Complete Sentence, TAT, Rorschach
Research Experience
Principal Researcher 2015
Chair: Dr. Jana Price-Sharps
Dissertation Title: Bullying Victimization: The Impact of Childhood Bullying and Long-Term Effects during Adulthood
Professional References:
Dale White, Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, Competency Evaluator
5130 East Clinton Way
Fresno, Ca 93727
559-284-9702
Jana Price-Sharps, Ed.D., Police Psychologist, SERI Director
1849 N. Helm Suite #109
Fresno, Ca 93727
559-908-4162
Ron Olsen, Service Chief
North Youth Reporting Center
160 W. Cerritos Ave. Bldg 4
Anaheim, Ca 92808
714-687-6722
Erika Hayden, L.M.F.T.
North Youth Reporting Center
160 W. Cerritos Ave. Bldg 4
Anaheim, Ca 92808
714-687-7716