Licensed Clinical Psychologist
License # PSY - 3071
8670 Wolff Court, Suite 130
Westminster, CO 80031
(303) 514-4058
9/98-9/03 California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International
University, San Francisco Bay Campus, California (APA-Accredited)
Ph.D., Clinical Psychology
Dissertation Topic: Countertransference Experiences of Music Therapists,
A Phenomenological Study. Dissertation Chair: Alan Swope, Ph.D.
9/96-8/98 University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, Michigan
M.A. in Clinical Psychology, minor in Addiction Studies
9/91-6/95 Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan
B.A. in Psychology, Honors Graduate-Magna Cum Laude
9/02-9/03 Pre-Doctoral Internship – APA Approved
Wayne State University, The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral
Neurosciences, University Psychiatric Center, Detroit, Michigan
Provided individual, group and family psychotherapy of various
theoretical orientations to children and adults. Supervisors: Jesse Bell,
Ph.D, Suzanne Keller, Ph.D., Kathleen Moore, Ph.D., Steven
McArthur, Ph.D, and Michelle Ondersma, Ph.D.
9/02-12/02 Pre-Doctoral Internship Rotation
Jefferson Research/Methadone Clinic, Detroit, Michigan
Provided individual and group psychotherapy to individuals/couples with
substance abuse disorders, including opioid and cocaine dependence.
Administered psychodiagnostic personality assessments when necessary.
Supervisor: Marla Bartoi, Ph.D.
1/03-4/03 Pre-Doctoral Internship Rotation
Detroit Medical Center, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Division,
Detroit, Michigan
Provided diagnostic and clinical consultation to several hospitals on
location, particularly working on Bone Marrow Transplant and Pulmonary
units. Conducted psychodiagnostic assessments on kidney transplant
candidates. Supervisor: Steven McArthur, Ph.D.
5/03-9/03 Pre-Doctoral Internship Rotation
Hawthorn Center, Northville, Michigan
Provided individual, group and family psychotherapy to children ranging
between ages 6-18 years. Conducted Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
group with adolescents. Performed several assessments using the WISC-
III, the VMI, the Adaptive Behavior Inventory and the TONI-3.
Supervisor: Victoria Petti, Ph.D.
9/00-9/01 Psychology Intern
New Directions Adolescent Day Treatment Inc., Santa Rosa, California
Provided individual and group psychotherapy to severely emotionally
disturbed adolescents. Administered psychological test batteries when
necessary. Supervisor: Michael Barclay, Ph.D.
9/99-7/00 Psychology Intern
Rape Crisis Center/Stepping Stones, San Pablo/Antioch, California
Provided individual psychotherapy to sexually assaulted women.
Conducted group therapy with incest survivors. Assisted clients on
telephone crisis counseling hotline. Certified through the agency as a
sexual abuse counselor. Supervisors: Joel Crohn, Ph.D.; Phyllis Shulman,
Ph.D., MFT
1/97-6/97 Psychology Intern on Dual-Diagnosis Ward
Northville Psychiatric Hospital, Northville, Michigan
Provided individual/group psychotherapy, substance abuse assessment
and counseling, family consultation, and crisis intervention to clients.
Administered psychological testing and intake assessments. Supervisor:
Mitchell Solomon, Ph.D.
6/94-9/94 Psychology/Research Internship
Western Carolina Center, Morganton, North Carolina
Developed behavioral treatment plans to increase social and occupational
skills of developmentally disabled individuals. Assisted in collecting
research data on expression of happiness in non-verbal clients. Analyzed
data and generated written results. Supervisor: Denny Reid, Ph.D.
TEACHING AND RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
1/07-present Adjunct Faculty Position
Colorado Technical University, Denver, Colorado
Teaching Introduction to Psychology and Abnormal Psychology using
Hybrid technology/on-line teaching, as well as classroom teaching.
Director of Education: Ron Spicer, Ph.D.
1/07-present Adjunct Faculty Position
Colorado Christian University, Lakewood, Colorado
Teaching Appraisal PSY 643 in Master’s Program
Director of Psychology M.A. Counseling: William Saxby, Ph.D.
1/04-7/06 Adjunct Faculty Position
University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, Michigan
Developed and taught PYC 342 - Abnormal Psychology and PYC 440
Cross-cultural Socialization
Chair of Psychology: Steven Abell, Ph.D.
6/04-7/06 Adjunct Faculty Position
Rochester Christian College, Rochester, Michigan
Developed and taught Introduction to Psychological
Assessment, Marital and Family Systems, Intro to Group Processes,
Introduction to Psychotherapy and Counseling and Abnormal Psy
Chair of Department: Debi Hoggatt, Ph.D.
6/05-7/06 Case Consultation Facilitator
Perspectives of Troy, P.C., Troy, Michigan
Facilitating training group for clinicians on the use of Cognitive-
Behavioral Therapy and management of countertransference.
CEO: Harry Broomfield, Ph.D.
1/04-7/06 Adjunct Faculty Position
Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn, Michigan
Developed and taught Introductory Psychology
and Life Span Development
HFCC School Dean: Henry Bowers, Ph.D.
9/01-6/02 Teaching Assistant for Psychodiagnostic Assessment
California School of Professional Psychology, Alameda, California
Assistant teacher to second year graduate students on administration,
scoring and interpretation of the WAIS-III, MMPI-2, MMPI-A, MCMI-
III, MACI, Bender, Beck Depression Scale, TAT, Rorschach, and the
DAP. Graded papers, developed study guides and conducted weekly lab
sessions. Supervisor: Jill Daly, Ph.D.
9/99-6/02 Research Assistant
California School of Professional Psychology, Alameda, California
Assisted professors with quantitative, correlational research on the
experience of music and personality variables among music students.
Tasks included: hypothesis construction, library research, data collection,
scoring of test measures, data entry and analysis using SPSS 10.0, result
writing and presentation of results. Supervisors: Alan Swope, Ph.D.,
Paul Werner, Ph.D.
5/07-present Licensed Clinical Psychologist/Independent Practice
3/07- 5/20 Licensed Clinical Psychologist/Independent Contractor
The Recovery Resource Center, Boulder, Colorado
Working with adults, adolescents and
children performing individual, couples, family and group therapy dealing
with issues of depression/anxiety, substance abuse issues, and
trauma/head-injury. Certified through agency as ARISE interventionist.
5/04-7/06 Psychotherapist/Limited Licensed Psychologist
Perspectives of Troy, Troy, Michigan
Independent contractor position at Christian counseling center performing
individual therapy with adults, adolescents and children, group therapy
for adults, as well as marital and family treatment, integrating holistic and
spiritual aspects into practice. Director: Harry Broomfield, Ph.D.
4/99-10/99 Mental Health Technician
Fremont Psychiatric Hospital, Fremont, California
Provided care and support for mentally ill adults, adolescents, and
gay/lesbian clients on various in-patient hospital wards. Tasks included
charting patient progress notes, crisis intervention, and facilitating a safe
environment. Supervisor: Winnette Allen, R.N.
1/96-1/99 Mental Health Technician
Oakwood Hospital Taylor Center, Taylor, Michigan
Provided care and support to mentally ill individuals on an in-patient
hospital ward. Tasks included charting patient progress notes and crisis
intervention. Supervisor: Brigid Duepree, R.N.
9/94-8/96 Programmer of Residential Care
Residential Opportunities Inc., Kalamazoo, Michigan
Assisted developmentally disabled and mentally ill adolescents and
adults with daily living skills at a residential facility. Gained experience
in 23 of 25 homes in the agency, charting client behaviors, implementing
behavioral interventions and collecting data for research. Supervisor:
Ann Shields, M.S.W.
4/00-9/01 Internet Chat Host
Affinity Holdings Inc., Toronto, Ontario; Steponline.com
Hosted on-line chats via the Internet for adolescents that provided a safe
place, a supportive environment and resources for help on relationship
and mental health issues. Supervisor: John Coxford
2007 Serving the 21st Century Learner Through Technology Training
(2 days/15 hours)
Colorado Technical University, Westminster, CO
2007 ARISE Interventionist Training (3 days/26 hours)
Judith Landau, Aurora, Colorado
2005-06 Advanced Placement Psychology ETS Reader
2005 Marital Therapy Essentials – Gottman Workshop (3days/35 hours)
2004 Suicide Intervention Day Training (8 hours)
Perspectives of Troy, P.C., Troy, MI
2003 Zebra Talks (2days/20 hours)
Dialogues with black and white women about racism and classism.
Bloomfield Hills, MI
2002-03 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Didactic Seminar
2002-03 Health Psychology
2002-03 Psychoanalytic Case Seminar/Didactic Seminar
Provided process notes on individual patient to a group meeting
weekly for an entire year, UPC Jefferson, Detroit, MI
2000 Chronic Pain and Depression Workshop (2 days/16 hours)
California School of Professional Psychology, Alameda, CA
2000 DSM-IV Workshop (2 days/16 hours)
California School of Professional Psychology, Alameda, CA
1998 SIMSOC Cultural Diversity Workshop (2 days/16 hours)
California School of Professional Psychology, Alameda, CA
PROFESSIONAL WRITING AND LECTURES
Dillard, L. M., Swope, A. J., & Werner, P .D. (2007). The Experience of Music and
Personality Variables Among Music Students: A correlational study. Manuscript in
progress for publication.
Dillard, L. M. (2006). Musical Countertransference Experiences of Music Therapists:
A phenomenological study. The Arts in Psychotherapy, 33(3), p. 208-217.
Dillard, L. M. (2006). Managing Countertransference. Day Workshop given, Troy, MI,
July, 2006.
Dillard, L. M. (2006, July). The Winding Road: Change Is Just Around the Corner.
Radio Show Appearance, WMUZ Detroit.
Dillard, L. M. (2006, July). Ethical and Therapeutic Termination with Clients.
In-service training given at Perspectives of Troy, P.C., Troy, MI.
Dillard, L. M. (2006, March). The Sacred Self: Coping skills for depression and anxiety.
Radio Show Appearance, WMUZ Detroit.
Dillard, L. M. (2006, March). Multiculturalism and Clinical Psychology. In-service
training given at Perspectives of Troy, P.C. Troy, MI.
Dillard, L. M. (2005, June). Getting Your Life Back: Dealing with Social Anxiety. Radio
Show Appearance, WMUZ, Detroit
Dillard, L. M. (2005, May). Resistance in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. In-service
training given at Perspectives of Troy, P.C. Troy, MI.
Dillard, L. M. (2005, March). Change Your Thoughts and Change Your Life. Radio
Show Appearance, WMUZ Detroit.
Dillard, L. M. (2004, October). Taking Control of Your Thoughts and Feelings. Radio
Show Appearance, WMUZ Detroit.
Dillard, L. M. (2004, April). Managing Countertransference for Clinicians. In-service
training given at Perspectives of Troy, P.C. Troy, MI.
Dillard, L. M. (2004, February). Countertransference: The Reel Picture. Lecture given
at John D. Dingell VA Medical Center for Wayne State University’s Grand
Rounds Continuing Medical Education Program. Detroit, MI.
Dillard, L. M. (2003, October). The healing power of music is inside you.
Phenomenews, p. 37.
Dillard, L. M., Swope, A. J., Werner, P. D., & Heide, F. J. (2002, April). The
experience of music and personality variables among music students. Poster
session presented at the conference of the Western Psychological Association.
San Jose, CA.
Denise Joseph, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
27776 Woodward Ave.
Royal Oak, MI 48867
(248) 613-9230
Steve Abell, Ph.D.
Professor, Department of Psychology
University of Detroit Mercy
4001 W. McNicols Road
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 578-0423
Suzanne Keller, Ph.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist/Supervisor
Wayne State Department of Behavioral and Neurosciences
2751 E. Jefferson Ave.
Detroit, MI 48207
(313) 577-2899
Harry Broomfield, Jr., Ph.D.
Clinical Executive Director
Perspectives of Troy, P.C.
888 W. Big Beaver Rd.
Troy, MI 48084
(248) 244-8644