Clinical PSY Panel Event

The Department of Psychology

Presents:

You want to be a Clinical Psychologist?

Date:         Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Time:         4:30 PM—6:00 PM

Location: Room 118 Psychology Building

Speakers Bio:

Natalie Moser, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist who received her doctorate degree in clinical psychology from the University of Delaware. Currently, she provides psychological services to children and adolescents in a private-practice setting and also holds a fixed term appointment as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at MSU. In this capacity, she teaches undergraduate courses and supervises clinical psychology graduate students. 

Jessica Suisman, MA, is a 5th year graduate student in the clinical psychology program at MSU.  Before attending graduate school, she received her bachelor's degree in psychology from MSU. Jessica's research examines genetic and environmental influences on psychopathology using twin study designs.  She also has experience working directly with clients and teaching undergraduate courses.

Caitlin Listro, B.A., is a 2nd year graduate student in the clinical psychology program at MSU.  Before attending graduate school, she received her bachelor's degree in psychology from Notre Dame.  Her research investigates genetic and environmental influences on the development of aggression.  She is in her first year of working with clients.  

Kelly Klump, Ph.D. is a professor in the clinical psychology department at MSU.  Her research specialty is the genetic and neurobiological risk factors for eating disorders. Her clinical expertise is cognitive behavioral treatment of a range of disorders including eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders.

Topics for Discussion:

· What is Clinical Psychology?

· Differences between Counseling & Clinical Psychology

· Degrees: PhD or PsyD

· Research, Teaching and Therapy

· Graduate School Preparation

· Graduate School Process

· Advice to Students

· Career Paths

· And MORE….