Amor Correa, Ph.D.

Experience

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  University of North Texas

  Aug 2006 - May 2009

  Teaching Fellow - Psychology of the Offender

  Taught an upper-level Psychology and Criminal Justice elective (Psychology of the Offender) to approximately 150 undergraduate students each semester.

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  Federal Bureau of Prisons - Career Connections

  Jul 2010 - May 2011

  Forensic Psychology Practicum Student

  Conducted forensic evaluations (key issues included: competency to stand trial, dangerousness, and malingering) and general clinical assessment at a federal women's prison.Provided individual and group therapy for treatment issues including: substance abuse, competency restoration, healthy relationships, trauma, depression, anxiety, Axis II disorders, and coping with severe mental illness.

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  Ray Levy, Ph.D. and Associates, Child and Adolescent Psychology

  Jan 2011 - May 2012

  Behavioral Assessment Clinician

  Consulted with parents and teachers, conducted classroom behavioral observations, created diagnostic impressions, and wrote clinical reports to assist Dr. Levy with evaluating and treating childhood disorders.

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  Randall Rattan, Ph.D. and Associates

  Jul 2011 - Aug 2012

  Pre-Doctoral Psychology Fellow

  Conducted clinical interviews in English and Spanish, administered ability and achievement testing, and determined clinical diagnoses to assist in Social Security Disability Evaluations for the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS).

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  Irving Family Advocacy Center

  Aug 2011 - Aug 2012

  Bilingual Therapist

  Provided individual, group, couples, and family therapy to adults and children in English and Spanish.

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  University of North Carolina School of Medicine and Butner Federal Correctional Complex

  Aug 2012 - Aug 2013

  Forensic Track Intern

  This was a dual position at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine and the Federal Correctional Complex: ButnerRotations included: Forensic Assessment, Forensic Services in Developmental Disabilities, Correctional Psychology in General Population, Psychiatric Emergency Service, Treatment of Eating Disorders, and Neuropsychological Assessment.

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  Federal Bureau of Prisons

  Sept 2013 - Jun 2023

  My primary duties included providing psychological consultation for patients in acute psychiatric crisis. This involved evaluating patients and consulting with collateral informants to determine issues of imminent self-harm or harm to others.I also evaluated inmates that manifested sudden bizarre behavior or thoughts, insomnia, psychosomatic complaints, suicidal preoccupations, depression, anxiety, situational crises, and experienced long-term disciplinary segregation. I worked with correctional staff to implement the most appropriate disposition for each case, which included: developing behavioral plans, initiating suicide watch, making psychiatric referrals, and providing psychological follow-up care on an as-needed basis. Show less

  • Forensic Psychologist

    May 2016 - Jun 2023

  • Staff Psychologist

    Sept 2013 - Apr 2016
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  DeVry University

  Jul 2014 - Apr 2016

  Visiting Professor

  Primary responsibilities include presenting weekly four-hour lectures to undergraduates, managing grades, leading online course discussions, and maintaining direct contact with students.Courses: -Introduction to Psychology-Motivation and Leadership

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  Southern New Hampshire University

  Jan 2015 - Oct 2018

  Adjunct Professor

  Primary responsibilities include teaching online psychology courses, grading student assignments, leading online course discussions, and maintaining individual contact with students.Courses: -Forensic Psychology-Assessment and Testing-Counseling Process and Techniques-Foundations of Addictions-Contemporary Issues in Addictions

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  Dr. Michelle Sheets, PLLC.

  Mar 2015 - Apr 2016

  Therapist

  I provide therapy at a psychology private practice. I often work with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), self-esteem difficulties, relationship concerns, adjustment to life changes, and people who are coping with stress through unhealthy behaviors. I also have experience treating chronic conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Services can be provided in English or Spanish. Currently accepting new clients.

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  PAR, Inc.

  Oct 2021 - now

  Consultant and Expert Review Panel Member

  Spanish language translation, validation, and norming projects for various psychological testing measures.

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  Private Practice

  May 2023 - now

  Forensic Psychologist

  Forensic mental health evaluations for civil and criminal cases. Expert witness testimony and consultation for attorneys preparing for depositions, hearings, and trials.

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  UT Southwestern Medical Center

  Jun 2023 - now

  Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor