JACK HIROSE & ASSOCIATES - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the Medical College of Wisconsin
Alan S. Bloom, Ph.D., is professor of Pharmacology and Toxicology at the Medical College of Wisconsin where he teaches psychopharmacology to medical students and neuroscience graduate students. He earned a dual Ph.D. in psychology and pharmacology and consults regularly with psychiatrists and attorneys in drug abuse and other pharmacology related cases.
For the past 20 years he has conducted research on the impact of drugs of abuse (marijuana, cocaine, etc.) on the brain through use of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). He directs research on the cognitive effects of chemotherapy drugs administered to women with breast cancer, commonly known as "chemo-brain". His studies have been funded by the NIH and other national organizations and reported in an extensive number of publications and presentations. Dr. Bloom has served on the NIDA Center grant review panel and is an appointed member of the Controlled Substance Board of the State of Wisconsin.
He is a strong and experienced presenter providing lively, information-packed seminars. Dr. Bloom encourages the active learning of participants through application of the material in case studies and problem-based learning. In 1997 he was elected to membership in the Medical College of Wisconsin Society of Teaching Scholars.
Alexia Rothman, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Atlanta, GA, since 2004. She is a Certified Internal Family Systems therapist, an international speaker and educator on the IFS model, and a professional consultant for clinicians seeking to deepen their knowledge and practice of IFS through theoretical discussions, case consultation, technique practice, and deep, personal experiential work with their own internal systems. Dr. Rothman has received extensive training in the IFS model, primarily from IFS developer, Dr. Richard Schwartz. She has served as a Program Assistant for multiple Level 1, 2, and 3 experiential IFS trainings, and she offers workshops on the IFS model throughout the United States and abroad. She currently co-hosts an Internal Family Systems-informed podcast, Explorations in Psychotherapy.
Dr. Rothman is a United States Presidential Scholar who graduated summa cum laude from Emory University as a Robert W. Woodruff Scholar. She received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she was an Edwin W. Pauley Fellow and a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow. She has held adjunct faculty positions at Emory University and Agnes Scott College.
Allan Wade, Ph.D. is a family therapist and researcher based in Duncan, on Vancouver Island. Allan works extensively with victims and perpetrators of violent crime, including wife-assault, sexual assault and abuse, workplace abuse, humiliation, racism, physical abuse and armed robbery. As researcher, Allan is interested in the nature of violence and resistance, micro-analysis of face to face interaction (e.g., therapeutic interviews), and the connection between violence and language. Allan works closely with Linda Coates and Nick Todd, with whom he has published several articles and book chapters on Response-Based practice and The Interactional and Discursive View of Violence and Resistance. Allan teaches locally, nationally, and internationally and is Senior Faculty with City University.
Aureen Pinto Wagner, Ph.D. is Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Director of The Anxiety Wellness Center in Cary, North Carolina, and member of the Scientific Advisory Board of the International OCD Foundation. She is a clinical child psychologist and expert in childhood anxiety. Dr. Wagner is widely recognized for her unique Worry Hill approach to making CBT accessible to youngsters. She is a highly engaging and sought-after speaker whose workshops consistently receive outstanding reviews. Dr. Wagner is the author of several books and professional resources including, Worried No More: Help and Hope for Anxious Children; Worried No More: Teaching Tools and Forms on CD; Treatment of OCD in Children and Adolescents: A Professional's Kit, Up and Down the Worry Hill: A Children's Book about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and its Treatment, and What to do when your Child has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Strategies and Solutions.
Job Titles:
- on - Site Event Coordinator / Edmonton, Alberta
Carol has just joined Jack Hirose and Associates and will be coordinating events in Edmonton. She holds degrees in English, journalism and ancient history, and is a freelance editor and writer. With years of experience in public relations and teaching at the post-secondary level, Carol is never happier than when with groups of people pursuing a common interest. She has also worked in television and newspapers.
A "news junkie" with eclectic interests, Carol is an avid reader of non-fiction, especially of socio-political or esoteric studies. She also enjoys organizing special events and has happily tried her hand at catering. An animal lover who enjoys gardening (yes, it is possible to garden in Edmonton, occasionally), in good weather she can be found strolling the grounds at the zoo. In bad weather, she is usually in front of the fire with a good book.
Carolyn Coker Ross, MD, MPH, CEDS is an internationally known author, speaker, expert and pioneer in the use of Integrative Medicine for the treatment of eating disorders and addictions. She is a graduate of Andrew Weil's Fellowship Program in Integrative Medicine. Dr. Ross is the CEO of The Anchor Program™, an online coaching program for binge eating disorder, emotional eating and food addiction. She is the former head of the eating disorder program at internationally renowned Sierra Tucson and has served as medical director at two other programs. Dr. Ross is a consultant for treatment centres around the US who want to include her unique integrative medicine approach to help clients recovering from eating disorders and addictions. She is the author of three books, the most recent of which is The Food Addiction Recovery Workbook. You can reach Dr. Ross at www.AnchorProgram.com or www.carolynrossmd.com
Job Titles:
- Psychologist
- Senior Research Associate With a Consulting Firm Based Out of Washington
Jacob is a psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience conducting and overseeing the delivery of mental health services to individuals with severe mood and personality disorders as well as their families. He is past president of the Pennsylvania branch of the American Counseling Association and has been training mental health clinicians for over a decade.
In addition to training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy for the treatment of borderline personality disorder, Dr. Jacob is an expert in Cognitive Therapy and a highly regarded clinician and scholar. He is a recipient of PCA's David W. Hall Advocacy Award, and has been a featured interview in Counseling Today as well as NPR's The Pulse.
Dr. Jacob is a Senior Research Associate with a consulting firm based out of Washington, DC (CalcoCG), as well as a Fulbright Specialist with the United States Cultural Exchange Program (2019-2024). He received his PhD (CES) from The Pennsylvania State University and completed a year of additional training at the Center for Cognitive Therapy at the University of Pennsylvania.
Christina Zampitella Psy.D., FT is a licensed clinical psychologist, Fellow of Thanatology, founder and owner of The Center for Grief and Trauma Therapy, co-owner and Director of Clinical Services of Integrative Psychology Group. She often works as an adjunct professor and professional speaker, and especially enjoys training emerging mental health professionals. Dr. Zampitella is the host of her podcast, Phoenix Rising with Dr. Z. She focuses her clinical practice, research, course development, and teaching on bereavement studies, spirituality, nature-based therapy, and integrative psychology. She served as the chair for the Continuing Education Committee for several professional institutions and is an advisory board member of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS). She is the former resident psychologist for Fox 5 News in San Diego, and often appeared on NBC News. She has been featured in Elle Magazine, BuzzFeed, The Huffington Post, New York Post, and several Delaware Magazines and newspapers. Dr. Zampitella happily lives with her husband, three-bonus sons, three cats, and her dog in Delaware.
Christine A. Courtois, Ph.D. is a psychologist in independent practice in Washington, DC. She received her Ph.D. from the University of Maryland in College Park in 1979. Dr. Courtois is President-Elect of Division 56 (Psychological Trauma) of the American Psychological Association and has recently published Treating Complex Traumatic Stress Disorders: An Evidence-Based Guide (2009) co-edited with Dr. Julian Ford. She has authored three other books: Recollections of Sexual Abuse: Treatment Principles and Guidelines (1999), Adult Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse: A Workshop Model (1993), and Healing the Incest Wound: Adult Survivors in Therapy (1988, revised 2010). She has also published numerous articles and chapters on related topics and is the Associate Editor of the new APA journal Psychological Trauma: Theory, Research, Practice, & Policy.
She routinely conducts professional training locally, nationally, and internationally on topics related to traumatic stress. Dr. Courtois is Co-Founder and past Clinical and Training Director of The CENTER: Posttraumatic Disorders Program at the Psychiatric Institute of Washington. She has received the following professional awards: 2008 Outstanding Alumni Award (College of Education) from The University of Maryland, College Park; 2007 University of Maryland College of Education Alumni Outstanding Professional Award; 2007 Outstanding Contributions to Professional Practice Award from Division 56 (Psychological Trauma), American Psychological Association; 2006 Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation; 2005 Distinguished Contribution to the Psychology of Women Award from the Committee on the Psychology of Women, American Psychological Association; 2003 Sarah Haley Award for Clinical Excellence, International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies; 2001 Cornelia Wilbur Award, International Society for the Study of Dissociation; 1996 Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychology as a Professional Practice, American Psychological Association.
Christine Dargon, Ph.D., Christine is a retired psychologist. She continues her work teaching as college faculty for almost 30 years at two universities. She consults and now owns a health and wellness center, with two locations in Northern AZ, focusing on integrative techniques to help individuals of all ages such a yoga, meditation, mindfulness, breath work and much more. She continues to also train professionals in play therapy and sand tray interventions.
Colin Ross, M.D. is an internationally renowned clinician, researcher, author and lecturer in the field of traumatic stress and trauma related disorders. He is the founder and President of the Colin A. Ross Institute for Psychological Trauma. Dr. Ross is the Executive Medical Director of three trauma programs, located at Timberlawn Mental Health System in Dallas, Texas, Forest View Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Del Amo Hospital in Torrance, California. Dr. Ross provides treatment for patients with trauma related disorders and symptoms.
Dr. Ross has written extensively on the subject of dissociation and trauma. His latest books include The Trauma Model: A Solution to the Problem of Comorbidity in Psychiatry and Trauma Model Therapy: A Treatment Approach for Trauma, Dissociation and Complex Comorbidity (co-authored with Naomi Halpern.)
Job Titles:
- Event Coordinator
- Coordinator With Jack Hirose
Cindy Johnston has been a coordinator with Jack Hirose and Associates since 2014, focusing on organizing workshops in Saskatoon and Regina.
Cindy holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Saskatchewan.
Since retiring from the family restaurant/lounge business, Cindy enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and "Stella" her miniature poodle.
Cynthia K. Hansen, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in various settings such as schools, clinics, hospitals, day treatment programs, and outpatient private practice. She has taught nationally and internationally on solution-focused therapy, consulted with clinicians and organizations about best practices, and has published an audiotape with Insoo Kim Berg entitled Making a Difference with Adolescents. Dr. Hansen is an adjunct faculty member of American University in Washington, D.C., School of International Service and a staff member with the International Mass Fatalities Center.
Daniel earned his Bachelor of Graphic Design at OCAD University in downtown Toronto. From the urban jungle, his career path has taken him across the country to the scenic west coast. He discovered that the most rewarding work is when he's contributing toward positive change. At Jack Hirose and Associates Inc., Daniel directs the visual brand by creating the marketing materials and web elements. Outside of the office, he is travelling the world with his wife, enjoying a cup of coffee, healing from snowboard lessons and enjoying a movie.
Job Titles:
- Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Nevada School of Medicine
David Antonuccio, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist and Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. He has received numerous awards and media attention for his hard-hitting, honest articles on psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy. His practice areas include specializing in the cognitive behavioral treatment of anxiety, depression, sexual problems, smoking cessation, post-traumatic stress disorder, and sleep disorders.
David B. Wexler, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist in private practice in San Diego, specializing in the treatment of relationships in conflict. He is the Executive Director of the non-profit Relationship Training Institute, which provides education and treatment internationally for relationship development and the prevention and treatment of relationship violence. He has also served as the Clinical and Administrative Supervisor for the NIMH-sponsored research study of domestic violence in the Navy from 1991 through 1996, and again from 2001 through 2006.
Job Titles:
- Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine
David Burns, M.D. is Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He also has served as Visiting Scholar at the Harvard Medicine School and Acting Chief of Psychiatry at the Presbyterian University of Pennsylvania Medical Center in Philadelphia. Dr. Burns has authored six books on cognitive behavior therapy including his best-selling Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy (1980), which has sold over four million copies. In a national survey, Feeling Good was rated #1 - from a list of over 1,000 self-help books - and is the most frequently recommended book by mental health professionals in the United States and Canada for clients suffering from depression. His most current work is titled When Panic Attacks.
Although he is best known for his work on psychotherapy, Dr. Burns has also done significant research on the central nervous system and received the A.E. Bennett Award for his studies of serotonin metabolism. Currently he is investigating variables associated with therapeutic success or failure. His research has been published in numerous scientific journals. Dr. Burns is a dynamic and engaging educator. Every year, thousands of mental health professionals attend his workshops. Dr. Burns also maintains a strong interest in public education. He was recently featured in a ninety minute PBS special on depression and received the Distinquished Contribution to Psychology through the Media Award from the Association of Applied and Preventive Psychology in 1995.
Debra Pepler, Ph.D., is a Distinguished Research Professor of Psychology at York University and Senior Adjunct Scientist at the Hospital for Sick Children. She is a Scientific Board Member of the Melissa Institute for Violence Prevention and Treatment. Her research focuses on aggression and victimization among children and adolescents within the peer and family contexts. She consults to and conducts research on four programs and leads a national network, PREVNet (Promoting Relationships and Eliminating Violence). Dr. Pepler has been honoured for her research with numerous awards including the Contribution to Knowledge Award from the Psychology Foundation of Canada, the CPA Award for Distinguished Contributions to Public or Community Service, and the Humanitarian Award from Queen's University Alumni Assn.
Dennis Daley, Ph.D. is Professor of Psychiatry and Chief of Addiction Medicine Services (AMS) at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic (WPIC) of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, PA. WPIC is one of the leading psychiatric institutions in the country, internationally known for its research in the basic sciences and clinical care. AMS has multiple treatment, research, student assistance, prevention and intervention programs. AMS serves thousands of clients each year in psychiatric hospital, residential, partial hospital, intensive outpatient and outpatient programs. AMS also has specialized programs for mothers and pregnant women, clients involved in the criminal justice system, those addicted to opiates in need of methadone maintenance, and those with co-occurring psychiatric disorders. Dr. Daley has been with WPIC since 1986 and is involved in clinical care, teaching and research. He previously served as Director of Family Studies and Social Work at WPIC. Dr. Daley and his colleagues at WPIC were one of the first groups in the country to develop integrated treatment program for patients with psychiatric disorders combined with substance use disorders (co-occurring or dual disorders)
Diane Spangler, Ph.D. received her doctorate from the University of Oregon and completed post-doctoral training at Stanford University. She is now an Associate Professor of Psychology at Brigham Young University, where she specializes in the research and treatment of mood, anxiety and eating disorders. She has published over 30 articles and scholarly chapters on these topics, and lectures worldwide.
Job Titles:
- International Trainer in DBT
Eboni Webb, PsyD, HSP, earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology (MSPP). She began her clinical work as assistant clinical director and program director at Mental Health Systems, PC (MHS), one of the largest providers of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in the United States. At MHS, Dr. Webb developed two specialized DBT treatment programs for clients with developmental disabilities and borderline-intellectual functioning. She is comprehensively certified in DBT (PESI/Evergreen Institute and Michael Maslar of Northwestern University), MBSR, and is an advanced certified practitioner in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.
Dr. Webb is a highly rated international trainer in DBT and is a certified trainer of DBT through the Evergreen Certification Institute and PESI. Dr. Webb trains clinicians for continuing education through various companies that include PESI, Jack Hirose and Associates, and Lane Pederson and Associates.
In 2010 Dr. Webb opened the private practice Kairos in Middle Tennessee. Kairos, now The Village of Kairos, offers diverse DBT specializations including DBT for trauma-based disorders and co-occurring disorders. The Village of Kairos has expanded therapy programs, better known as Restorative Services, to include individual and group therapy sessions for adolescents, parents, families, and adults including pre-and post-adoption services and in-the-moment coaching for clients. The vision of The Village of Kairos is to help clients build a life worth living alongside a village of practitioners with lives worth sharing. Dr. Webb adamantly believes that it takes a village to restore a single life.
Job Titles:
- Director of Marketing and Product Development
Laura holds a B.A. in Psychology from The University of British Columbia. Her main areas of expertise include planning and coordinating live events, strategic marketing and product development. She is currently working on creating a series of online courses to enable participants greater ease of accessibility to quality continuing education services.
Loraine joined the Jack Hirose and Associates team 15+ years ago and continues to enjoy coordinating the many workshops in Calgary and central and southern Alberta. Loraine and her husband run a small home business so she was looking for an opportunity to get out of her home office. This filled the bill nicely and she is delighted that she has met and become friends with so many attendees along the way.
Job Titles:
- Event and Marketing Coordinator
- Member of the JHA
Maddison is a full time member of the JHA team. Her hometown is Toronto where she worked as a Court Reporter before deciding to move to Vancouver. She is looking forward to learning and growing in the event business. Her goal is to accomplish more successful and exciting workshop seasons to come!
In her spare time she enjoys reading, road trips and spending time with friends.
Job Titles:
- Graphic Designer
- Web Developer
Megan graduated from the IDEA (Illustration and Graphic Design) program at Capilano University (2007) and has since worked for clients around the Lower Mainland and for advertising agencies and design studios. She is an experienced web programmer. In 2009, Megan started up a small design studio named Chestnut St. Pixel Foundry with business partner Kelly Chen. When she is not in front of a computer screen, she can be found reading, exploring nature, experimenting in the kitchen, and attending to her two black Siamese-cross felines. Megan has worked part-time with Jack Hirose and Associates since 2005.
Verona joins our team in Atlantic Canada. A Halifax native, Verona brings to Jack Hirose and Associates her strong organizational skills, knowledge of the local area and an enthusiastic personality. For over 30 years, Verona worked as an information specialist in several teaching hospital libraries. Verona has a strong interest in sports and held the position of registrar for a soccer club for over 10 years.
Verona has a Bachelor's Degree in Office Administration and currently lives in Fletchers Lake, NS. She spends her winter months engaged in DYI projects, blogging, quilting and knitting. In the warmer months, with her camera over her shoulder, along with her partner, Capt. Mike, and their small dog, Whiskey, spend their time sailing along the southern coastline of Nova Scotia on their Vancouver 25.