Licensure
Licensed Psychologist, State of Minnesota
License # LP 2619
Education
University of Minnesota
Ph.D., Psychology, 2009
Honors: Graduate Lifson Academic Scholarship
Hennepin County Medical Center
Association of Psychological Postdoctoral Center and Internship Centers (APPIC) Approved Internship
Intern, Child/Adult Clinical Track, August 2007-2008
University of Wisconsin
M.S., Psychology, 1985
University of Minnesota
B.A. (cum laude), Developmental Psychology, 1982
Honors: Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, CLA Dean's List
Specialized Training & Certifications
- Minnesota Behavioral Health Unit Medical Reserve Corps (MN BH MRC) - Deployable
- Approved Consultant, American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (Certificate #C9333)
- Certified in Clinical Hypnosis, American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (Certificate #R10091)
- Certified Advanced Level Accelerated Resolution Therapist (ART)
- EMDR - Completed Basic Training Requirements including all supervisory requirements
- SE Trauma Institute - Completed 1st year of Somatic Experiencing Program requirements
- CBT-TEAM Training - Certified Level 2 TEAM Therapist
- Nationally Certified School Psychologist (Certification # 10030)
- School Psychologist, K-12, Minnesota Department of Education (License # 296712)
- Pre-kindergarten Teacher, Minnesota Department of Education (License # 296712)
Current Employment
Allina Medical Clinic – Psychologist
April 2010 - Present
Psychologist in a primary care clinic for patients experiencing chronic illness, chronic pain, and mental health distress. As part of an integrated health care team, provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy services using a structured, focused, brief therapy approach within a managed care environment.
Provide services to patients ages birth to 90+. Utilize an electronic documentation system (Epic/Excellian). Assist patients with identification of self-care management strategies while increasing their awareness of contributing factors in symptom flares.
Provide psychotherapy utilizing a variety of treatment modalities including clinical hypnosis, EMDR, biofeedback, guided imagery, cognitive behavioral therapy, ACT. Focus on mind/body approaches related to psychophysiological processes targeting modification and improvement of patient symptoms.
Conduct Diagnostic Assessments for ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). Provide 2 group therapy sessions weekly targeting patients with chronic depression/anxiety, and 2 group therapy sessions weekly targeting patients with chronic food/weight/health/emotional eating issues.
Teaching Faculty & Presentations
American Society of Clinical Hypnosis
Teaching Faculty, Annual Conference, Phoenix, Arizona, March 2017
- Presenter for Introductory component sections
- Small Group Instructor for Introductory component sections
Teaching Faculty, Annual Conference, Seattle, Washington, March 2016
- Presenter for Introductory component sections
- Presenter, Advanced sections: "Hypnotic Strategies for Negative Thoughts and Emotions"
Teaching Faculty, Annual Conference, Austin, Texas, March 2015
- Presenter for Introductory component sections
- Small Group Instructor for Introductory component sections
Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis
Teaching Faculty, St. Paul, Minnesota
- Presenter for Component 2 Annual Workshop, Spring 2017
- Presenter for Component 1 Annual Workshop, Fall 2016
- Presenter for Component 2 Annual Workshop, Spring 2016
- Presenter for Component 1 Annual Workshop, Fall 2015
National Pediatric Hypnosis Training Institute
Teaching Faculty, St. Paul, Minnesota, 2014 to Present
- Presenter: "Pain Management in Children"
- Presenter: "Ego-Strengthening Strategies in Children"
- Presenter: "Obesity in Children"
- Small Group Instructor
Previous Employment History
Psychologist, Minneapolis Police Department
2009-2010
On-scene trauma support for 911 emergency response. Provided immediate psychological support to survivors of trauma.
Psychologist, Abbott Northwestern Hospital Emergency Room
2008-2009
Crisis intervention and assessment within emergency room setting.
School Psychologist, Minneapolis Public Schools
1994-2006
Provided psychological assessments, individual and group therapy, crisis interventions, and consultation services to students, families, and staff.
Teaching Assistant, University of Minnesota
2004-2005
Provided lectures throughout the semester on psychological assessment techniques, interpretation methods, and case study reviews. Supervised doctoral students at field sites and scored graduate student psychological evaluations.
Selected Workshops & Lectures
- "Clinical Hypnosis and Psychotherapy," Hennepin County Medical Center Psychological Grand Rounds, November 2007
- "Personality Assessment With Children During The Media Age," Hennepin County Medical Center Psychological Grand Rounds, July 2008
- "Understanding the DSM-IV-TR Without Panic," University of Minnesota doctoral class guest lecturer, March 2006
- "Working With Emotionally Challenged Youth," Harriet Tubman Family Alliance, May 2005
- "Implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions With Emotionally and Behaviorally Disordered Students: An Interactive Presentation," Minnesota School Psychologist Association Midwinter Conference, January 2004
- "Interventions In School Psychology," International Child and Adolescence Conference XII, Minneapolis, Minnesota, August 2004
Publications
- Bemel, C. S. (2009). The effect of small learning communities on indicators of student progress. Dissertation Abstracts International.
- Gunnar, M.R., & Stone, C.A. (1984). The effects of positive maternal affect on infant responses to pleasant, ambiguous, and fear-provoking toys. Child Development, 55, 1231-1236.
- Stone, C.A. (1984). The relationship between physical attractiveness and intelligence. Master's Thesis, University of Wisconsin, River Falls.
- Stone, C.A. (1982). The effects of maternal vocalization on fear responses in 12-to-13-month-old infants. Undergraduate Honors Thesis, Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
References
References available upon request.