Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Membership Benefits with the APA's Division 12


A clinical psychologist with a PhD from Alliant University, David Daleo offers therapy solutions to treat issues including anxiety and depression. The founder and owner of Daleoworks Psychological Services, Inc., David Daleo maintains membership in professional organizations such as the American Psychological Association's Division 12. 

The APA’s Division 12, the Society of Clinical Psychology, aims to integrate clinical psychological science in the areas of education, research, advocacy, and public policy. Benefits of society membership include access to bimonthly articles in The Clinical Bulletin, which addresses relevant topics in clinical psychology, and a clinician’s toolkit, a collection of research-supported resources for psychologists. Members can participate in a mentorship program that provides guidance and support from career professionals, and can attend continuing education courses at discounted rates. Additionally, APA Division 12 members can list their practice in the organization’s clinician directory and browse the Active Listserv for postdoc and job opportunities.

Wednesday, May 22, 2019

The 2019 Technology, Mind, and Society Conference


A clinical psychologist, David Daleo, PsyD, is the owner of Daleoworks Psychological Services, Inc., in Beverly Hills, California. To better serve his clients, David Daleo maintains membership with multiple industry organizations, including the American Psychological Association (APA).

Each year, the APA hosts the Technology, Mind, and Society Conference, attracting students, industry leaders, policymakers, practitioners, and scientists from around the world to learn about how psychological science plays a role in the latest technology-related areas, from artificial intelligence and big data to human-machine interfaces and neurotechnology. Attending psychologists also have the opportunity to earn continuing education (CE) credits by participating in designated conference sessions.

The 2019 event is set to take place in Washington, DC, from October 3-5. As in prior years, the 2019 conference will offer a number of keynote addresses, which serve as some of the most informative opportunities for attendees. 

The 2019 lineup of keynote speakers includes industry leaders such as Sara Czaja, PhD, a professor of gerontology and the director of the Center on Aging and Behavioral Research at Weill Cornell Medicine, and Camille Nebeker, EdD, MS, an assistant professor of behavioral medicine at the School of Medicine at the University of California, San Diego. Registration is now open.

Sunday, April 7, 2019

What Is Reality Therapy?


A clinical psychologist with nearly two decades of experience, Dr. David Daleo works with patients as the owner of Daleoworks Psychological Services, Inc., in Beverly Hills, California. At his practice, Dr. David Daleo uses a variety of therapeutic models to treat patients, including a specialized form of cognitive behavioral therapy known as reality therapy (RT). 

Developed in the mid-1960s by Dr. William Glasser, RT is a therapeutic approach based on the idea that all humans have five basic needs: survival, love and belonging, power, fun, and freedom. Dr. Glasser theorized that all human behavior is an attempt to fulfill these needs and that emotional, mental, and/or behavioral issues arise when any of them go unmet. 

At its core, RT’s main focus is to help people with unmet needs set goals and problem solve to fulfill these needs. To do this, a therapist will guide clients to identify what choices they can make in the present to meet their goals. Instead of discussing their symptoms, excusing their behavior, and/or blaming others for their issues, individuals in RT are encouraged to focus on what they can do in the here and now to enjoy a happier and more fulfilling life. 

When successful, RT can help a person in a number of ways. The approach can lead to improved problem-solving skills, greater self-awareness and self-confidence, and an increased sense of personal responsibility. The approach also can be beneficial for people with specific conditions and issues, including addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship problems.