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Current ABCT Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
A list of current SIGs is offered below. To Join a SIG, please contact the respective SIG leader listed below. Each SIG is run independently by its own leadership.
More information is available on how to create a new SIG.
As a service to its members and to others interested in behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, ABCT has included helpful website links to SIGs and organizations with similar interests and goals. ABCT neither reviews nor endorses these linked websites and is not responsible for their content.
 Addictive Behaviors SIG
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/AB-SIG/
Contact Information: Christopher Correia, Ph.D., Associate Professor
226 Thach Hall, Department of Psychology, Auburn University, Auburn, AL 36849
Phone: (334) 844-6480
Fax: (334) 844-4447
Email: correcj@auburn.edu
African Americans in Behavior Therapy SIG
To provide support for and to facilitate research and practice guidelines for the use of Cognitive and Behavior Therapy with African American populations.
Contact Information: Monnica T. Williams, Ph.D. Assistant Professor University of Louisville Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences
2301 South Third Street, Louisville, KY 40292
Email: m.williams@louisville.edu
Phone: (502) 852-2552
Aging Behavior & Cognitive Therapy SIG
The purpose of the Behavior Therapy and Aging SIG is to promote communication and collaboration among health professionals interested in aging issues, particularly within behavioral and cognitive-behavioral frameworks, across both clinical and research domains. In order to fulfill this purpose, the SIG will act to: promote awareness of aging issues within ABCT, increase involvement in the SIG and in ABCT for those who have interests in aging, and be responsive to the needs of the members of the organization and changes in the professional environment.
Contact Information: Kristen H. Sorocco, Ph.D. University of OK Health Sciences Center
921 N.E. 13th St. (151-A), Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Phone: (405) 270-0501, ext. 3131
Fax: (405) 290-1839
Email: Kristen-sorocco@ouhsc.edu
Contact Information: Sean A. Lauderdale, Ph.D., Pittsburgh University
1701 S. Broadway, Pittsburg, KS 66762
Phone: (620) 235-4526
Fax: (620) 235-4520
Email: slauderd@pittstate.edu
Anxiety Disorders SIG
http://www.anxsig.org
The purpose of the Anxiety Disorders SIG is to disseminate information to members on current research developments and practice innovations with respect to anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, agoraphobia, social phobia, obsessive compulsive disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and specific phobias. Currently, SIG membership includes annual publication of a book containing more than 500 research abstracts on anxiety disorders, an opportunity to present anxiety-related research at the annual SIG poster exposition at ABCT, opportunities to win awards for anxiety-related research, access to the Anxiety Disorders SIG e-mail list, a website, and a newsletter.
Contact Information: Richard W. Seim, Ph.D., VISN 17 Center of Excellence for Research on Returning War Veterans Central Texas Veterans Healthcare System
4800 Memorial Drive (151C), Waco, Texas 76711
Phone: (254) 297-3033
Email: rwseim@gmail.com
Asian American Issues in Behavior Therapy & Research SIG
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/AAIiBTrSIG
The purpose of this SIG is to provide a forum and network for mental health professionals and students who are interested in issues involving Asian Americans in Behavior Therapy and research. Anyone (including Non-Asian descendents) interested in sharing ideas and experience in culturally sensitive assessment, clinical training, treatment, research and other clinically relevant issues are encouraged to join. This SIG provides the field of behavior therapy with a more accurate representation of Asian/Asian American perspectives in mental health.
Contact Information: Janie J. Hong, Ph.D., San Francisco Bay Area Center for Cognitive Therapy
5435 College Avenue, Suite 108, Oakland, California, 94618
Phone: (510) 652-4455 ext. 17
Fax: (510) 380-2988
Email: jjh@sfbacct.com
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) SIG
The Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) SIG is a collegial group of practitioners and researchers interested in new and empirically-supported assessment techniques and psychosocial interventions that identify and ameliorate ADHD-related deficits. We also seek to highlight related areas of research, including cognitive and neurological mechanisms of ADHD pathology, associated behavioral characteristics and outcomes, and the effects of comorbidity. Keeping with converging research findings, the ADHD SIG supports a developmental approach to understanding this disorder, and as such welcomes members focusing on child, adolescent, and/or adult populations.
Contact Information: Laura E. Knouse, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Psychology, Licensed Psychologist, Department of Psychology
Richmond Hall G29, 28 Westhampton Way, University of Richmond, VA 23173
Phone: (804) 287-6347
Fax: (804) 287-1905
Email: lknouse@richmond.edu
Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders SIG
The Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders SIG is committed to sharing ideas and recent findings about children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other developmental disorders. Cognitive-behavioral treatments are relatively new for this population in terms of systematic evaluation. ASD and other developmental disorders affect millions of individuals in the US and elsewhere, many of whom are functioning in the average to superior range of cognitive abilities. The cognitive and language-based aspects of CBT are likely to be accessible and useful to many people with ASD and related disorders, and it is the mission of this SIG to advance efforts to make cognitive-behavioral treatments relevant and accessible to affected individuals. The SIG provides a forum for dissemination of relevant basic and clinical research findings, including descriptive outcome studies, the effects of comorbidity, and studies of CBT for individuals with autism spectrum and other developmental disorders.
Contact Information: Susan W. White, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Co-Director, VTAC
Department of Psychology
Virginia Tech
109 Williams Hall (0436), Blacksburg, VA 24061-0100
Phone: (540) 231-6174
Fax: (540) 231-3652
Email: sww@vt.edu
Jeffrey J. Wood, Ph.D., UCLA
405 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90095-9000
Phone: (310) 825-7292
E-mail jeffwood@ucla.edu
Behavior Analysis SIG
The Behavior Analysis SIG gives emphasis to the contextual, selectionist, and scientific theoretical foundations of behavior therapy. Behavior analytic principles provide process level accounts for therapeutic change in CBT interventions ranging from exposure and cognitive restructuring to acceptance and mindfulness. This SIG is committed to maintaining contemporary behavior analytic accounts of human behavior and therapeutic process of change. It is the mission of the members of this SIG to ensure that our conceptual understanding of the processes of change in therapy keeps pace with the evolving technology used to foster such change.
Contact Information: Thomas J. Waltz, Ph.D.
2010 Rebsamen Park Road #410, Little Rock, AR 72202
Phone: (501) 747-1050
Email: behavioralmystic@hotmail.com
Behavioral Medicine and Integrated Primary Care SIG
The purpose of the Behavioral Medicine and Integrated Primary Care SIG is to disseminate information to members on current behavioral research and practice regarding health promotion (e.g., HIV prevention, exercise), the treatment of medical problems (e.g., chronic pain, cardiovascular disease, diabetes), and providing consultation and intervention on mental health problems in primary care and other healthcare settings. The Behavioral Medicine and Integrated Primary Care SIG hopes to strengthen the membership and scope of ABCT by providing a forum for researchers and scientists of a variety of professional backgrounds to discuss the use of CBT research and practice to promote health and treat medical problems as well as to support work from a public health perspective. Moreover, the SIG seeks to provide a forum for networking for behavioral medicine and primary care-based CBT professionals and researchers.
Contact Information: Stacey Hart, Ph.D., Ryerson University, Jorgenson Hall, 8th Floor
350 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3, Canada
Phone: (416) 979-5000 ext 4247
Fax: (416) 979-5273
Email: stacey.hart@psych.ryerson.ca
Contact Information: David W. Pantalone, Ph.D., Suffolk University, Department of Psychology
41 Temple Street, Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (617) 573-8782
Fax: (617) 367-2924
Email: dpantalone@suffolk.edu
Bipolar Disorders
The Bipolar Disorders SIG welcomes members who are focused on the etiology and treatment of bipolar spectrum disorders. The members cover the developmental course of bipolar disorder, from juvenile to adult bipolar disorder, and span interests in assessment, clinical description, culture, outcomes, risk factors, and treatment models. This SIG has a particular investment in providing a nurturing atmosphere for idea exchange, and a forum to help promote the development of junior scientists.
Contact Information: David J. Miklowitz, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry, Department of Psychology,
University of Colorado, Boulder, CO 80309-0345
Phone: (303) 492-8575
Fax: (303) 492-2967
Email: miklowitz@colorado.edu
Contact Information: Lauren B. Alloy, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, Joseph Wolpe Distinguished Faculty Fellow Director of Clinical Training Department of Psychology Temple University
1701 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
Phone: (215) 204-7326
Fax: (215) 204-5539
Email: lalloy@temple.edu
Child & Adolescent Anxiety SIG
http://www.childanxietysig.com
The Child and Adolescent Anxiety Special Interest Group (SIG) was formed to facilitate advancements in the field of child and adolescent anxiety disorders. To this end, the SIG aims to:
- provide an arena for members to discuss current controversies, limitations of research and directions for future research;
- foster collaboration amongst researchers and clinicians; and
- provide an avenue for members to network with colleagues sharing a common interest.
Contact Information: Muniya S. Khanna, Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania
3535 Market St, Suite 600, Philadelphia, PA 19104-3322
Phone: (215) 746-5704
Fax: (215) 746-3311
Email: muniya@mail.med.upenn.edu
Child & Adolescent Depression SIG
Contact Information: Dikla Eckshtain, Ph.D., Judge Baker Children's Center, Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychology, Harvard University
53 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120-3225
Phone: (617) 278-4189
Fax: (617) 730-5440
Email: deckshtain@jbcc.harvard.edu
Contact Information: Jenny Herren, Ph.D., Judge Baker Children's Center, Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychology, Harvard University
53 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120-3225
Phone: (617) 278-4243
Email: jherren@jbcc.harvard.edu
Child Maltreatment & Interpersonal Violence SIG
The Child Maltreatment and Interpersonal Violence SIG provides an opportunity for ABCT members with interests related to child physical and sexual abuse, neglect, psychological abuse, intimate partner violence, elder abuse, and sexual violence to network and exchange ideas about current research and clinical issues in these areas. In addition to fostering professional relationships, this group seeks to: 1) promote research and empirically-based interventions addressing the many facets of child maltreatment and interpersonal violence; 2) facilitate the dissemination of research findings to help professionals address the needs of those impacted by child maltreatment and interpersonal violence, and; 3) increase professional and societal awareness of issues related to maltreatment and violence. SIG members receive our SIG newsletter and informational emails with news, activities, and opportunities related to violence and abuse.
Contact Information: Alesia O. Hawkins, Ph.D., University of Illinois, College of Medicine at Rockford, Department of Family and Community Medicine
1601 Parkview Ave., Rockford, IL 61107
Phone: (815) 395-5716
Email: alesiah@uic.edu
Child & School-Related Issues SIG
Contact Information: Korrie Allen, Psy.D., Eastern Virginia Medical School
855 W Brambleton Ave, Norfolk, VA 23510-1005
Phone: (757) 668-6471
Email: allenk@evms.edu
Clinical Psychology at Liberal Arts Colleges SIG
Contact Information: Catherine B. Stroud, Ph.D.
Williams College
Bronfman Science Center
Williamstown, MA 01267
Phone: (413) 597-4083
Email: cbs2@williams.edu
Clinical Research Methods and Statistics SIG
Clinical Research Methods and Statistics SIG
Contact Information: Brett T. Hagman, Ph.D., 13301 Bruce B. Downs Boulevard, Department of Mental Health Law and Policy
College of Behavioral and Community Sciences, Tampa, FL 33612-3807
Email: hagman@usf.edu
Contact Information: Aaron J. Fisher, Pennsylvania State University
226a Bruce V. Moore Building, Penn State University, University Park, PA 16802
Email: ajf226@psu.edu
Cognitive Therapy SIG
The Cognitive Therapy SIG recognizes a wide diversity of approaches within Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, some placing emphasis on behavioral models, others on experiential models and others on cognitive models. The Cognitive Therapy Special Interest Group will focus on all forms of cognitive therapy that stress the central role of cognitive processing in the development, maintenance and treatment of psychopathology.
Contact Information: Simon Rego, Ph.D.,Director of Psychology Training, Montefiore Medical Center - Department of Psychiatry
111 East 210th Street, Bronx, New York 10467-2490
Phone: (718) 920-5024
Fax: (718) 798-1816
Email: srego@montefiore.org
Couples Research & Treatment SIG
http://www.abctcouples.org
The SIG provides a forum for academic and professional networking among individuals conducting research and/ or interventions with couples. Areas of common interest include: interaction processes, individual differences, assessment, prevention, intervention and treatment, grant funding, translation of basic research about couples into effective intervention and treatment, methodology in couples research, special problems facing couples such as infidelity, sexual dysfunction and psychological and physical aggression.
Contact Information: Steffany J. Fredman, Ph.D., Assistant in Psychology, Massachusetts General Hospital Instructor in Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School MGH Center for Anxiety & Traumatic, Stress Disorders and Home Base Program
One Bowdoin Square, 6th Floor Boston, MA 02114
Phone: (617) 643-6703
Fax: (617) 643-0730
Email: sfredman@partners.org
Contact Information: Robin Barry, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, University of Maryland Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, MD 21250
Phone: 410-455-2304
Phone 2: 410-455-2245
Email: rbarry@umbc.edu
Criminal Justice SIG
The Criminal Justice Special Interest Group is a multi-disciplinary group students and professionals involved in clinical and/or research activities within criminal justice settings. A primary mission of this Special Interest Group is to provide a forum and network for behavioral oriented professionals to discuss issues related to the development of theory, research, and practice within correctional settings. Interested professionals and students can be added to the Criminal Justice Special Interest Group LISTSERV by sending an e-mail to TafrateR@mail.ccsu.edu
Contact Information: Ida Dickie, Ph.D., Spalding University
851 4th South Street, Louisville, KY 40203-2115
Phone: (502) 457-4750
Email: newfyphd@hotmail.com
Raymond "Chip" Tafrate, Central Connecticut State University
PO BOX 4010, DEPT OF CRIMINOLOGY, New Britain, CT 06050-4010
Phone: (860) 832-3147
Email: TafrateR@mail.ccsu.edu
Dissemination & Implementation Science SIG
The Dissemination and Implementation Science Special Interest Group (SIG) promotes research on how to better disseminate and implement evidence based practices by behavioral health care stakeholders (e.g., practitioners, policy-makers, consumers, etc.). Our goals include (1) helping members network with like-minded colleagues, (2) collaborating with stakeholders to identify what works for them, what they need, and how best to provide evidence-based practices, and (3) communicating the benefits of evidence-based practices in order to increase consumer demand for effective treatments.
Contact Information: Amy D. Herschell, Ph.D., Western Psychiatric Institute & Clinic, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
3811 O'Hara Street - 537 Bellefield Towers, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Phone: (412) 246-5897
Fax: (412) 246-5341
Email: HerschellAD@upmc.edu
Hispanic Issues in Behavior Therapy SIG
The HIBT SIG has two primary goals: (1) to support interest in clinical work and research focusing on Hispanic issues in behavior therapy and (2) to raise awareness of behavior therapy activities in Latin America and Spain
Contact Information: Karla Anhalt, Ph.D., Kent State University
405 White Hall, Kent, OH 44242
Phone: (330) 672-0582
Fax: (330) 672-2512
Email: kanhalt@kent.edu
Contact Information: Joaquin Borrego, Jr., Ph.D., Department of Psychology
PO Box 42051, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-2051
Phone: (806) 742-3711 ext. 232 (0)
Fax: (806) 742-0818
Email: joaquin.borrego@ttu.edu
Insomnia & Other Sleep Disorders SIG
To promote the social, professional, and scholarly interaction of individuals who share an interest in insomnia and other sleep disorders.
Contact Information: Colleen E. Carney, Ph.D., Ryerson University, Sleep and Depression Laboratory, Department of Psychology
Jorgenson Hall, Toronto, Ontario M5B 2K3, CANADA
Men's Mental & Physical Health SIG
Contact Information: Matthew Syzdek, MA, Clark University, Hennepin County Medical Center
701 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Email: matthewsyzdek@gmail.com
Contact Information: Matthew Jakupcak, PhD, (S116-MHC), Deployment Health Clinic, Seattle VA Medical Center
1660 South Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108
Email: Matthew.Jakupcak@va.gov
Military Psychology
Contact Information: Diana C. Dolan, Ph.D.
2527 Turquoise Way, San Antonio, TX 78251-1746
Email: dianacdolan@gmail.com
Mindfulness & Acceptance SIG
http://bingweb.binghamton.edu/~sbarnes1
The goals of the Mindfulness and Acceptance SIG is 1) to provide a forum to members for the development and dissemination of a behavioral science infused with mindfulness and acceptance techniques-including the discussion of current controversies and limitations of current research and directions for future research in these areas; 2) to provide information for training in mindfulness and acceptance schemes; 3) to foster collaboration and free exchange among researchers and clinicians, and ; 4) to create opportunities for members to network with colleagues who share these common interests.
Contact Information: Sarah Bowen, Ph.D., University of Washington
PO BOX 351629, Seattle, WA 98195-1525
Phone: (206) 685-2995
Email: swbowen@u.washington.edu
Native American Issues in Behavior Therapy & Research SIG
Our purpose is to provide a link between traditional Native American values and contemporary psychology. We welcome and encourage people of all ethnicities to join in our endeavors to increase the representation of Native American mental health issues at ABCT, disseminate research and other important information, and network with other interested groups and individuals.
Contact Information: Daniel W. McNeil, Ph.D., Professor of Psychology, Eberly Professor of Public Service, Clinical Professor, Department of Dental Practice and Rural Health
West Virginia University, 53 Campus Drive, PO Box 6040, Morgantown, WV 26506-6040
Phone: (304) 293-1712
Fax: (304) 293-6606
Email Daniel.McNeil@mail.wvu.edu
Contact Information: Brenna Greenfield, Ph.D., University of New Mexico
2650 Yale Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4248
Phone: (651) 278-1959
Email: brenna@unm.edu
Neurocognitive Therapies/ Translational Research SIG
The Neurocognitive Therapies/Translational Research SIG seeks to bridge the gap between basic and applied science in understanding the nature and treatment of psychiatric disorders. We are interested in multidisciplinary research and the application of cognitive and affective neuroscience to improve the conceptualization and effectiveness of interventions. Researchers and practitioners in this SIG are interested in brain imaging, neuropsychological and cognitive training, and related techniques as tools for increasing our understanding of anxiety, depression, addictions, schizophrenia, ADHD, and other disorders.
Contact Information: Adam S. Weissman, Ph.D., Institute for Behavior Therapy, Child/Adolescent Treatment Center, Institute for Behavior Therapy
110 East 40th Street, Suite 206, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (914) 439-5759
Email: DrAdamWeissman@gmail.com
Obesity & Eating Disorders SIG
http://obesityandeatingdisorderssig.org/Home.html
The Obesity and Eating Disorders SIG is a multi-disciplinary group of behavioral professionals with clinical and research interests in obesity and eating disorders. The purpose of the OED SIG is to foster communication and interaction among researchers and clinicians with shared interests in the characterization and treatment of obesity and eating disorders. Members bring to the OED SIG a wide range of expertise in biobehavioral, clinical, epidemiological and physiological aspects of both eating disorders and obesity, making for lively and informative interaction.
Contact Information:Cortney S. Warren, Ph.D., University of Nevada Las Vegas, Department of Psychology, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
4505 S. Maryland Parkway MS 5030, Las Vegas, NV 89154-5030
Phone: (702) 895-0109
Email: cortney.warren@unlv.edu
Parenting & Families SIG
The purpose of the Parenting and Families SIG is to promote the sharing of information related to parent and family-focused research and clinical work. Experienced researchers and students will find that the group listserv provides an excellent forum for discussion and dissemination of news related to the SIG's mission, as well opportunities for career development and networking. The SIG also sponsors panel discussions and symposia, participates in the annual SIG exposition, and organizes a poster competition at ABCT's annual convention. Finally, the SIG recognizes excellence in parenting and family-related research and clinical pursuits through student poster and lifetime achievement awards.
Contact Information: Brian Wymbs, Seattle Children's Research Institute, M/S CW 8-6
PO Box 5371, Seattle, WA 98145-5005
Phone: (206) 884-1152
Fax: (206) 884-7802
Email: brian.wymbs@seattlechildrens
Rehabilitation & Neuropsychology
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/rehabneurosig
The purpose of the Rehabilitation and Neuropsychology SIG is to bring together practitioners and researchers with shared interests in advancing empirically based clinical assessment and treatments for a variety of acute and chronic health conditions. We hope to attract individuals who are interested in advancing research in the etiology, course, effects, and interventions in the areas of rehabilitation and neuropsychology such as chronic pain, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, brain injuries, geriatric issues, disability, and social support. This goal is consistent with ABCT in that we hope to broaden the development of empirically supported interventions towards the treatment of these types of populations. We are particularly interested in advancing our knowledge in the application of cognitive-behavioral assessment and therapy techniques in rehabilitation and neuropsychological populations. Our mission is to disseminate research findings and to facilitate communication and networking opportunities for SIG members. The number of ABCT members active in the practice and research in the areas of rehabilitation and neuropsychology is growing and vibrant, and we are excited to expand professional interactions.
Contact Information: Laura E. Dreer, Ph.D. , Dept of Ophthalmology, Univ of Alabama at Birmingham
1720 University Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35294
Phone: (205) 325-6861
Fax: (205) 325-8692
Email: dreer@uab.edu
Schizophrenia & Other Serious Mental Disorders SIG
This SIG provides a forum for mental health professionals and students with an interest in schizophrenia and other serious mental disorders. It provides a forum for discussion of innovative behavioral and cognitive treatment approaches, basic and applied research, and public policy issues.
Contact Information: Mary E. Sullivan, MSW, Private Practice
2535 Washington Street, Lincoln, NE 68502-2953
Phone: (402) 479-5820
Email: msullivan@navix.net
Spiritual & Religious Issues in Behavior Change SIG
http://www.abctspirituality.com
Spiritual and religious beliefs and practices are commonplace in the general population of North America today. In recognition of this fact, the past three decades have seen a substantial increase in research on the interplay of spirituality, religion and psychological variables; a recent PsycInfo search was able to identify over 28,000 scientific contributions to this area. However, the relevance of spirituality and religion to clinical practice remains poorly understood. As a result, many practitioners of empirically-supported treatments may be reticent to address spirituality and religion in the course of their work. This SIG therefore serves an important role in offering opportunities for ABCT members to take an empirically-based approach to the interesting yet understudied subject of spirituality and religion. We hope that through the general population's interest in religion and spirituality we can be a part of broadening the reach of ABCT whose more specific aims may not always be as generalizable to the main public. Through the combination of the work of ABCT and our SIG's efforts, we hope to be able to extend the good work of ABCT to more people.
Contact Information: David H. Rosmarin, MA, McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School
115 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478-1064
Phone: (617) 910-7790
Email: drosmar@bgsu.edu
Student SIG
The Student SIG of ABCT is a SIG specifically designed to be a forum for student communication about professional development and issues related to transitioning from student to professional. In addition, this group is designed to help students become more actively involved in ABCT.
Contact Information: Chelsea Klinkebiel, M.A., Texas Tech University
MS 2051 Psychology Building, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409
Email: chelsea.klinkebiel@ttu.edu
Study of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgendered Issues SIG
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/glbt-sig
The purpose of this SIG is to provide networking, support, and collaboration for researchers and clinicians interested in the application of behavioral and cognitive principles to the study of lesbian, gay, and bisexual issues. This is in keeping with ABCT's mission because this SIG actively promotes the extension of empirically validated CBT interventions to LGBT individuals and promotes the development of empirically-based research and training in how best to serve this community.
Contact Information: John Pachankis, Ph.D., Yeshiva University, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology
1300 Morris Park Ave, Rousso Bldg. 142, Bronx, NY 10461
Phone: (718) 430-3999
Email: john.pachankis@einstein.yu.edu
Contact Information: Sarah A. Hayes-Skelton, Ph.D., University of Massachusetts Boston, Department of Psychology
100 Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA 02125
Phone: (617) 287-6341
Email: sarah.hayes@umb.edu
SIG Leader
Contact Information: Kathryn A. Roecklein, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Psychology, The University of Pittsburgh
210 South Bouquet St., Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Phone: (412) 624-4553
Fax: (412) 624-4428
Email: kroeck@pitt.edu
Suicide and Self Injury SIG
Contact Information: Jonathan Green, Clark University
950 Main St, Department of Psychology, Worcester, MA 01610-1400
Phone: (508) 421-3777
Email: jogreen@clarku.edu
Technology and Behavior Change SIG
http://www.techandbehavior.com
Contact Information: Edwin D. Boudreaux, PhD, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Emergency Medicine, LA-189
55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, Massachusetts 01655
Phone: 508-334-3817
Email: edwin.boudreaux@umassmed.edu
TIC & Impulse Control Disorders SIG
This SIG provides a forum for researchers, clinicians, and students with shared interests in tic and impulse control disorders, including transient/chronic tic disorders, Tourette Syndrome, trichotillomania, intermittent explosive disorder, and pathological gambling. The SIG provides an opportunity for its members to network and form collaborations with others interested in understanding and treating these disorders from behavioral and cognitive-behavioral perspectives. This group seeks to promote the dissemination of basic and applied research to foster improved interventions and stimulate future research. In addition, the SIG hopes to promote overall awareness of these disorders and their empirically-based treatments within ABCT and the larger mental health community.
Contact Information: Emily J. Rickets, M.S., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Department of Psychology
224 Garland Hall, 2441 E. Hartford Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Phone: (414) 229-6078
Fax: (414) 229-5219
Email: rickett3@uwm.edu
Contact Information: Chad T. Wetterneck, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology, University of Houston-Clear Lake, Bayou Building #2529-13
2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058
Phone: (281) 283-3364
Email: ocdspectrum@yahoo.com
Trauma and PTSD SIG
This SIG promotes awareness of innovative basic and applied research, as well as the development and use of evidence-based assessments and interventions with victims of disaster and trauma. We also attempt to educate and train professionals in the delivery of evidence-based services.
Contact Information: Meghan E. McDevitt-Murphy, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
The University of Memphis, Memphis, TN 38152
Phone: (901) 678-2891
Email: mmcdvttm@memphis.edu
Women's Issues in Behavior Therapy SIG
http://sites.google.com/site/abctwsig
The Women's Issues in Behavior Therapy SIG is open to all ABCT members who are interested in women's issues. We are committed to increasing women's participation in all levels of conference activity and in ABCT governance, to increasing knowledge and awareness of women's health and mental health issues, and to providing opportunities for women of ABCT to network with each other.
Contact Information: Alyssa Ward, Ph.D, UCLA
1285 Franz Hall, BOX 951563, Los Angeles, CA 90095-0001
Phone: (808) 954-9236
Email: alymargaret@gmail.com
Membership Coordinator
Contact Information: Kristene A. Doyle, Ph.D., Albert Ellis Institute
45 E 65Th St, New York, NY 10065
Phone: (212) 535-0822
Fax: (212) 249-3582
Email: krisdoyle@albertellis.org
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