Melissa Morrison, Psy.D.

Melissa Morrison, Psy.D.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Licensed Clinical Psychologist

  • Education

    • Boston College Lynch School

      2014 - 2016
      Master of Arts (M.A.) Mental Health Counseling/Counselor

      This program prepares its students to serve the mental health needs of individuals, groups, communities, and systems across contexts and cultures, and to promote and advocate for social change.

    • Saint Michael's College

      2009 - 2013
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Clinical Psychology

      Activities and Societies: Campus Ministry, Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts, Student Government The psychology major at Saint Michael's College exposes its students to psychology in its many forms, from neuroscience, to cognitive, to clinical. As a result, one will find oneself studying a diverse array of subjects like addiction, hunger and eating, media's effect on children, sports psychology, or psychology and the law. Students are frequently out in the field working in alternative school classrooms, mental health agencies, and crisis centers, or back in campus labs researching issues… Show more The psychology major at Saint Michael's College exposes its students to psychology in its many forms, from neuroscience, to cognitive, to clinical. As a result, one will find oneself studying a diverse array of subjects like addiction, hunger and eating, media's effect on children, sports psychology, or psychology and the law. Students are frequently out in the field working in alternative school classrooms, mental health agencies, and crisis centers, or back in campus labs researching issues such as the effects of stress on health, or of video-game playing on thinking skills.Psychology is concerned with the scientific discovery of principles underlying human thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The major at St. Mike's emphasizes a thorough development of psychology's critical and analytical tools so that you will become adept at formulating meaningful questions about behavior and at devising valid strategies for answering those questions Show less

    • Saint Michael's College

      2009 - 2013
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Religion/Religious Studies

      Religious Studies is the academic study of religion from a variety of perspectives, using a variety of different disciplines. In keeping with the mission of Saint Michael's College, the Religious Studies Department offers a wide range of courses that study the broader Christian religious tradition and the Roman Catholic tradition in particular. They also offer a variety of courses in the study of Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. In addition, our courses tackle broader philosophical and… Show more Religious Studies is the academic study of religion from a variety of perspectives, using a variety of different disciplines. In keeping with the mission of Saint Michael's College, the Religious Studies Department offers a wide range of courses that study the broader Christian religious tradition and the Roman Catholic tradition in particular. They also offer a variety of courses in the study of Judaism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. In addition, our courses tackle broader philosophical and cultural issues surrounding the phenomenon of religion. Show less

    • William James College

      2016 - 2020
      Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) Clinical Psychology

      This program prepares practicing clinicians through coordinated ongoing academic and applied experience. Throughout the five-year program coursework is coordinated with field placement experiences in practica and internships, providing a strong academic and experiential base for understanding and treating human problems. The curriculum is designed to provide broad and rigorous training in clinical knowledge and skills and is constructed in keeping with the requirements of the American… Show more This program prepares practicing clinicians through coordinated ongoing academic and applied experience. Throughout the five-year program coursework is coordinated with field placement experiences in practica and internships, providing a strong academic and experiential base for understanding and treating human problems. The curriculum is designed to provide broad and rigorous training in clinical knowledge and skills and is constructed in keeping with the requirements of the American Psychological Association (APA), the National Council of Schools and Programs of Professional Psychology (NCSPP), and state licensing requirements. Show less

  • Experience

    • Boston College

      Aug 2014 - May 2016

      * Provided brief individual counseling to Boston College undergraduate students referred through the conduct system using the BASICS (Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students) program.* Co-facilitated 90-minute group meetings throughout the semester for 3-8 undergraduate students referred through the conduct system. * Participated in campus wide programming and community outreach.* Developed therapeutic relationships.* Taught healthy coping strategies.* Composed process notes after each session. Show less

      • Clinical Therapy Intern

        Aug 2015 - May 2016
      • Graduate Research Assistant

        Aug 2014 - Mar 2016
    • Harbor Health Services, Inc.

      Aug 2016 - May 2017
      Mental Health Clinician- Clinical Intern

      * Provide individual, family, and group counseling with special focus within the elderly population.* Work as part of a collaborative, medical team on case work.* Develop therapeutic relationships.* Teach healthy coping strategies.* Compose process notes after each session.

    • Emerson College

      Aug 2017 - May 2018
      Clinical Therapist, Practicum Intern

      *Advanced Practicum Intern Level Position** Provide short-term and long-term individual counseling to transition age youth and adults.* Co-facilitate group counseling to transition age youth and adults.* Provide crisis intervention through urgent care appointments.* Participate in and plan campus wide programming and community outreach events.* Participate in clinical team meetings and case conference presentations.* Review video recordings of client sessions through group supervision presentations.* Attend monthly student affairs meetings.* Consult with outside health providers.* Provide case management appointments regarding referrals for on campus and off campus resources.* Complete documentation related to clinical work. Show less

    • Clark University

      Aug 2018 - May 2020
      Clinical Therapist- APA Pre-Doctoral Intern

      *APA Clinical Intern Position** Provide short-term and long-term individual counseling to transition age youth and adults.* Co-facilitate group counseling to transition age youth and adults.* Provide crisis intervention through urgent care appointments.* Participate in and plan campus wide programming and community outreach events.* Participate in clinical team meetings and case conference presentations.* Supervise undergraduate seminar focused on the promotion of mental health.* Instruct the Student Support Network student education group.* Facilitate outreach programming on campus.* Attend monthly student affairs meetings.* Consult with outside health providers.* Provide case management appointments regarding referrals for on campus and off campus resources.* Complete documentation related to clinical work. Show less

    • Looking Glass Counseling

      Jan 2020 - May 2021
      Clinical Psychologist

      I provided individual therapy to adults facing a variety of mental health and behavioral issues.

    • Tufts University

      Aug 2020 - Aug 2021
      Postdoctoral Fellow

      Provided psychotherapy treatment to young adults in higher education facing a variety of mental health and behavioral issues. I also provided outreach programming to the university's community.

    • Yale University

      Sept 2021 - now

      I provide psychotherapy treatment to young adults in higher education facing a variety of mental health concerns. I provide psychotherapy treatment to young adults in higher education facing a variety of mental health concerns.

      • Clinical Psychologist

        Jul 2024 - now
      • Staff Psychologist

        Sept 2021 - Jul 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Licensed Clinical Psychologist

      Connecticut Department of Public Health
      Aug 2021
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Participant

      Issued by Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts on Jun 2012
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    • Volunteer Participant

      Issued by Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts on Mar 2011
      Mobilization of Volunteer EffortsAssociated with Melissa Morrison, Psy.D.
    • Volunteer Participant

      Issued by Mobilization of Volunteer Efforts on Mar 2010
      Mobilization of Volunteer EffortsAssociated with Melissa Morrison, Psy.D.