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.