Tracie Bush

Experience

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  UMass Memorial Medical Center - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Clinic

  Oct 1995 - Jun 2003

  Research Coordinator

  • Coordinated Clinical Site for ADHD Drug Study with Boston Life Sciences• Coordinated one of six clinical sites for Boston Life Sciences to study the effectiveness of Altropane as a radioactive agent for the objective diagnosis of ADHD.• Ensured adherence to protocol, standard operating procedures, and case report form guidelines.• Accurately recorded and organized pertinent information from documentation to the case report form.• Recruited and interviewed potential research candidates, ensuring each subject met strict protocol qualifications.• Conducted a research grant on ADHD in adults and their driving abilities.• Administered and scored an extensive battery of measures, including structured clinical interviews, neuropsychological tests, and a motor vehicle driving ability test.• Created, organized, and maintained a large and complex data set using EPI-INFO, a statistical program.• Supervised research assistants. Show less

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  YOUTH OPPORTUNITES UPHELP, INC.

  Oct 1998 - May 2006

  Mental Health counselor, Child Development Advisor, Preschool and Elementary Consultant

  Extensive experience in individual and family counseling, mental health consultation services, and therapeutic interventions, particularly focused on children, adolescents, and adults. Listed below are the key responsibilities and tasks performed:• Individual and Family Counseling:Intakes and Assessments, Diagnosis and Treatment, Collaboration, ADHD Evaluations, and Parent Training.• Mental Health Consultation Services:Consultation, Questionnaires and Profiles, Classroom Observations, Consultations,Treatment Plans, Modeling, Skill Development, Training, and Referrals.• Classroom Observations and Interventions:Assessments, Comprehensive Treatment Plans, Consultations, and Follow-Up, • Curriculum and Training:Second Step Curriculum, ADHD Training, Relaxation Training, Assessments and Therapy, Behavioral Treatment Plans, Consultations, and Referrals.This summary provides a comprehensive overview of the skills and experience related to mental health counseling, assessment, treatment planning, and consultation in educational settings. Show less

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  Yale University

  Sept 2006 - Apr 2012

  Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist

  Tracie worked at the prestigious Yale University Parenting Center and Child Conduct Clinic. While there Tracie worked directly with Dr. Alan Kazdin, who developed the Kazdin Method® Parent Management Training program. At the clinic, Tracie not only trained parents in PMT, she helped devise and implement the current professional PMT Training Seminars, the professional virtual PMT Training, and the Certification in PMT for professionals. While at Yale, Tracie also performed the following:• Trained parents and certified professionals worldwide in Parent Management Training (PMT), an evidence-based treatment for children with behavioral issues related to Conduct Disorder, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, and Oppositional Defiant Disorder.• Conducted training sessions for groups of clinicians, pediatricians, psychiatrists, teachers, and school personnel in PMT.• Developed training protocols including webinars, PowerPoint presentations, and certification requirements for Kazdin Method™ PMT.• Became one of only four Certified Specialists globally with the expertise to certify other professionals in the Kazdin Method™ Parent Management Training (PMT).• Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in PMT principles and techniques, ensuring effective dissemination and implementation among professionals.• Provided case management services, including referrals to additional treatments, groups, and school-related services as needed.• Served as the intake coordinator for new families, offering information, conducting phone intake assessments, and coordinating assignments to therapists.• Trained incoming therapists on treatment techniques and client-related issues.• Supervised and trained graduate-level psychology students from Yale University on PMT treatment and case consultation.• Assisted in supervising undergraduate interns from Yale University with clinic-related projects, child assessments, and training. Show less

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  Parent Management Training Institute

  Jun 2012 - now

  Certified Kazdin Method® PMT Specialist, PMTI Founder and Chief Executive Officer

  Tracie is one of four Certified Specialists in the Kazdin Method® Parent Management Training. Since founding the Parent Management Training Institute (PMTI) in 2013, she has trained parents and professionals from around the world in this highly effective treatment. Tracie has worked with thousands of families and numerous professionals both in-person and virtually, reaching countries such as Australia, Luxembourg, China, Poland, Canada, Germany, England, and throughout the United States in PMT and Problem Solving Skills Training (PSST).In addition, Tracie works extensively with parents of children diagnosed with Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder using PMT.At PMTI, Tracie and her team specialize in delivering Kazdin Method® Parent Management Training to families and professionals worldwide. This treatment program is considered the gold standard in evidence-based interventions for children aged 2 to 15, addressing a range of behavioral difficulties from moderate to profoundly severe, as well as anxiety-related behavioral concerns. Under Tracie's leadership, PMTI is the only organization that trains and certifies both parents/caregivers and professionals in this treatment. Show less