Assessment Accurate assessment of a problem or referral question is the sine quo non of sound psychological practice. The two ways in which I can gather information are via talking and psychological testing. In an initial consultation meeting, we will decide together with whom I would talk in order to obtain the data I need to be constructive. We may decide as well to include some testing in order to add information to that which will come from talking. Psycho-educational testing, where appropriate, may include assessment of cognitive, academic, occupational, or emotional functioning. Data obtained from testing are applied to aid us in attaining the goal of removing the obstacles that interfere with effective performance professionally and personally. At times, I am called on to act as a consultant to give a second opinion regarding a question that has already been evaluated by other professionals. For example, as a certified school as well as licensed psychologist, I can provide outside evaluations for families seeking another opinion regarding a child's functioning at school. Similarly, I may be asked by physicians for my opinion regarding the diagnosis of individuals who have sought psychopharmacological therapy or medical procedures about which the doctor or patient my have questions. BACK to the TOP Psychotherapy For over 25 years, I have worked with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My goal has been the removal of obstacles that interfere with leading a satisfying and productive life. During this time, I have learned that there are many different ways to attain this goal. Some approaches are helpful to some while others require something different. It is my job (through some assessment) to adapt to those who consult me. By attuning myself to others, I am able to be in sync and offer the kind and amount of input that each individual may require. Working with children and families has been of longstanding interest to me. When kids and parents consult me, they often have tried various strategies to manage their life together with a degree of success than is less than ideal. For this reason, the treatment of children involves talking with parents regularly so that we can collaborate and be certain that we are moving in the desired direction. BACK to the TOP Continuing Education As a faculty member, I have offered numerous graduate courses and developed new courses and seminars to meet the special needs and interests of students. (I have coordinated the continuing education program of my state association as well.) These are available to professional groups as continuing education and may be modified to meet specific timeframes. A listing of courses/ seminars follow below. Cognitive Assessment Personality Assessment Abnormal Psychology Seminars in Child/Adolescent and Adult Psychopathology Rorschach Child and Adolescent Psychology The Management of Intense Emotion in Psychotherapy Case Studies in Psychology Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy Psychotherapeutic Process: Treating Difficult Patients/Families Problems and Techniques in Counseling Group Psychotherapy with Children and Adolescents Forensic Issues in Psychological Practice Practicums in Clinical Supervision/Assessment and Intervention Internship in School Psychology A listing of presentations follows below Fees and the Therapist Patient Matrix Child and Adolescent Depression Therapeutic Impasses with Depressed Children and Adolescents Training and Supervision in Short-Term Psychotherapy Everything You Always Wanted to Ask Your Supervisor But -Didn't, Couldn't or Wouldn't Resistance Resolution and Malpractice Prevention: Consulting to Avoid Bad Outcomes Gender in Psychotherapy Therapists' Capacities Necessary for the Effective Treatment of Relationally Disordered Male and Female Patients Preserving Your Practice: The Rewards of Resolving Treatment Destructive Resistances Law and Mental Health Evaluating Child Sexual Abuse: Who is the Client? Family Therapists' Treatment of Children: Training, Outcome, and Ethical Issues Systemic Absurdity in the Schools: How to Survive and Prosper Family Therapy Training: Where are the Children? Treating Organizational Absurdity in the Work Family: A Family Systems' Perspective The Family Therapist as Systems' Therapist: Treating the Workplace Premature Descapegoating and the Therapeutic Impasse I would be available to tailor a talk to your group. BACK to the TOP Professional Supervision Professional who wish to earn supervised hours toward their own licensure or value the kind of contact that supervision may provide may elect to consult with me for either or both options. As a director of clinical services and a university professor, I have supervised professionals-in-training as well as experienced practitioners on ongoing cases, clinical issues, and the challenges inherent in developing and running an independent practice. BACK to the TOP Public Speaking Over the years I have been invited to make numerous presentations on issues, including attention deficit disorder, childhood depression, emotional intelligence, difficult children, learning disabilities, parenting skills, and more. I am always interested in considering invitations to speak before parent and school associations and other groups. Copyright © 2001 Steven Korner PH.D, Licensed Psychologist. All Rights Reserved.