Curriculum Vita



Curriculum VitaPETER LOREN SHERAS, Ph.D., ABPPOffice:Curry Programs in ClinicalHome:340 Cedar Bluff Road and School PsychologyCharlottesville, VA 22901University of Virginia(434) 973-3536417 Emmet StreetPost Office Box 400267Practice: Charlottesville Psychological Assoc.Charlottesville, VA 22904-4267100 E. South Street, Suite 5Tel: (434) 924-0795 Fax: (434) 924-1433Charlottesville, VA 22902e-mail: pls@virginia.eduEDUCATION1970B.A., Psychology/Sociology (cum laude), Yale University1972M.A., Psychology, Princeton University1973Ph.D., Psychology; concentration in Experimental Social and Personality, Princeton University1972-74Clinical Psychology Program, Rutgers University1974-75Clinical Internship, Veterans Administration Hospital, Palo Alto, CaliforniaEXPERIENCEAppointments & Elections2017- 2019 American Psychological Association, Board of Directors, Member-At-Large2016- 2019 Virginia Board of Psychology2009- Chair, Department of Human Services, Curry School of Education, University of Virginia2003- Director of Clinical Training, Curry Programs in Clinical and Schools Psychology. University of Virginia (APA Accredited, 1979)2000-Professor of Education, Curry Programs in Clinical and School Psychology,University of Virginia1976-Part-time independent practice, clinical psychology, Charlottesville, VA1996-2011Associate Director, Virginia Youth Violence Project, University of Virginia1989-05Co-coordinator, The School Crisis Network, Charlottesville, VA and University of Virginia1988-00Associate Professor of Education, Curry Programs in Clinical and SchoolPsychology, University of Virginia1988-93Clinical Director, Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia1980-88Associate Professor of Education, Institute of Clinical Psychology Coordinator, Adult and Family Clinical Psychology Sub-Specialty, University of Virginia1980-88Staff Psychologist, Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University ofVirginia1975-79Assistant Professor of Education, School/Clinical Child Psychology Program, University of Virginia1974-75 Psychology Intern, Veterans Administration Hospital, Palo Alto, CA1973-74Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, Beaver College (now Arcadia University), Glenside, PA1973-74Visiting Fellow, Department of Psychology, Princeton, NJ1973Adjunct Instructor, Department of Psychology, Newark State College, Union, NJ1971-73Graduate Instructor, Department of Psychology, Princeton UniversityClinical Experience1976-Clinical Practice includes individual, group, family, and couples therapy with adolescents and adults. Also experience in sex therapy and hypnotherapy.1996-2010APA Disaster Relief Network Central Virginia Coordinator and American Red Cross Central Virginia Chapter Mental Health Lead (Volunteer) 1993-2008Advocacy Field Staff (consultant) American Psychological Association Practice Organization 1988-93Clinical Director, Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia.Psychotherapeutic intervention, mental health consultation, business consultation.1980-88Psychology Staff, UVA Center for Clinical Psychology Services.1974-75Clinical internship, Veterans Administration Hospital, Palo Alto, CA. Assignedto Mental Health Unit:Day Hospital—individual and groupPsychotherapy (Supervisor: Jack Reed, Ph.D.)Outpatient—individual and group psychotherapy (Supervisors: Eugene Zukowsky, Ph.D., and Adolph Pfefferbaum, M.D.)Family Study Unit—conjoint marital therapy, sex therapy, family therapy (Supervisors: Sheldon Starr, Ph.D., and Elizabeth Richards, M.D.)1973-74Practicum experience:Individual and Group Psychotherapy, Northern Community Focus Unit, Rutgers Mental Health Center, Rutgers Medical School, Piscataway, NJ (10hrs./wk.)Psychological Assessment and Evaluation, Rutgers Clinic, Douglass College, Rutgers The State University, New Brunswick, NJ (2 hrs./wk.)1969-70Consultant (counselor) for Youth Consultants Program, Department of Psychologyand Psychoeducational Clinic, Yale University1969Leader, Adolescent sensory awareness groups, Community Center,Oak Park, MI Co-Leader, Adolescent drug help group, Community Center, Oak Park, MI.Major Clinical Consultations and Selected Workshops Given 2017“ 100% + 100% = 100% Couple” (July 28, 2017) Couples Coaching Couples National Convention, Princeton, NJ. (presented with Phyllis Koch Sheras, Karen May, and John Marra)2016“The Natural Language of Couple and Community” (July 23, 2016) Couples Coaching Couples National Convention, Baltimore, MD, (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras, Lon Golnick & Sandy Golnick).“Creating a Couple Future: The Power of Requesting” (July 24, 2016). Couples Coaching Couples National Convention, Baltimore, MD, (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras, Lon Golnick & Sandy Golnick).2015“Couple Power Therapy: Building Lifelong Love with Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community.” (August 8, 2015) American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada. (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras).2014“Couple Power Therapy: Building Lifelong Love with Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community.” (August 2, 2014) American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, DC. (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)2013“Couple Power Therapy: Building Lifelong Love with Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community.” (December 6, 2013) Oregon Psychological Association , Portland, OR (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Lifelong Love Couples Retreat.” (August 15-18, 2013) Stillpoint Lodge, Halibut Cove, AK“Couple Power Therapy: Building Lifelong Love with Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community.” (August 2, 2013) American Psychological Association Convention, Honolulu, HI. (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)2012“How Grief & Trauma Affect Our Children.” (October 15, 2012) Albemarle-Charlottesville Safe Schools/ Healthy Students Program. Charlottesville, VA. (Presented with Kerri Leavitt, MSW, Albemarle County, Virginia.“Master clinician workshop: Using the Couple Power approach to focus on positive potential in couples therapy.” (October 6, 2012) Fast Forward: Practice Innovation, Inspiration & Professional Development for Psychologists, American Psychological Association Division 42 (Independent Practice) Convention, San Diego, CA. (Presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras.)“Couple Power Therapy: Building Lifelong Love with Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community.” (August 4, 2012) American Psychological Association Convention, Orlando, FL. (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Couple Power Therapy: Building Lifelong Love with Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community .” (July, 26, 2012) Indiana State University, Terra Haute, IN (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)2011“Couple Power Therapy: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Relationships.” (August 4, 2011) American Psychological Association Convention, Washington. D.C. (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras) “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (June 30, 2011). Staff training workshop. Virginia Beach Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA. 2010“Couple Power Therapy: Therapist Introduction” (November 23, 2010) The Nicholl’s Group. Scottsdale AZ. (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (November 6, 2010). Staff training workshop. Roanoke City Public Schools, Roanoke, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (September 2, 2010). Staff training workshop. Bedford County Public Schools, Bedford, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (August 31, 2009). Staff training workshop. Loudoun County Public Schools, Ashburn, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (August 18, 2010). Staff training workshop. Charlottesville City Public Schools, Charlottesville, VA. “Couple Power Therapy: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Relationships.” (August 14, 2010) American Psychological Association Convention, San Diego, CA (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (June 24, 2010). Staff training workshop. Albemarle County Public Schools, Ashburn, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (June2010). Staff training workshop. Spotsylvania County Public Schools, Fredericksburg, VA. 2009“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.- Level II” (October 8, 2009). Staff training workshop. Newport News, Public Schools, Newport News, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (September 1, 2009). Staff training workshop. Loudoun County Public Schools, Ashburn, VA. (with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence” (August 7, 2009). Staff training workshop. Appomattox County Public Schools, Appomattox, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (June 23, 2009). Staff training workshop. Spotsylvania County Public Schools, Fredericksburg, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.- Level II” (June 23, 2009). Staff training workshop. Spotsylvania County Public Schools, Fredericksburg, VA“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (June 16, 2009). Staff training workshop. Hanover County Public Schools, Hanover, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.- (May 6, 2009). Staff training workshop. Middlesex County, MA State’s Attorney’s Office, Watertown, MA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.- Level II” (April 20, 2009). Staff training workshop. Hanover County Public Schools, Hanover, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.- Level II” (February 27, 2009). Staff training workshop. Hampton Public Schools, Hampton, VA. 2008 “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (November 7, 2008). Staff training workshop. Spotsylvania County Public Schools, Fredricksburg, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Bullying and Student Threats of Violence.” (November 4, 2008). Staff training workshop. Warren County Public Schools, Front Royal, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (October 28, 2008). Staff training workshop. Hanover County Public Schools, Hanover, VA. ( with Farah Williams).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (October 13, 2008). Staff training workshop. Hanover County Public Schools, Hanover, VA. “Couple Power Therapy: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Relationships.” (September 26, 2008) Virginia Social Work Association, Roanoke, VA (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (September 23, 2008). Staff training workshop. Wise County Public Schools, Wise, VA. (presented with Farah Williams).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (September 9, 2008). Staff training workshop. Roanoke County Public Schools, Roanoke, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 26, 2008). Staff training workshop. Loudoun County Public Schools, Fairfax, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Important Information on the Cause and Cure of Bullying.” (May 10, 2008) Children Youth and Family Services Parent Education Day, Charlottesville, VA“Couple Power Therapy: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Relationships.” (April 25, 2008) Psychological Association of Western New York, Buffalo, NY (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Bullies, Victims and Bystanders: he Impact on Children and Teens.” Central Virginia Partnership on Youth“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (April 7, 2008). Staff training workshop. Fairfax County Public Schools, Ashburn, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Couple Power Therapy: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community.” (April 3, 2008) California Psychological Association Convention, Anaheim, CA (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras) “Threat Assessment in Schools.” (March 3, 2008). Training at Virginia Educational Facility Planners Association, Roanoke, Virginia.2007“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (December 6, 2007). Staff training workshop. Alleghany County Public Schools, Covington, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (November 29, 2007). Staff training workshop. Roanoke City Public Schools, Roanoke, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (November 20, 2007). Staff training workshop. Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Couple Power: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Couple Relationships.” (November 9, 2007) Kentucky Psychological Association Convention, Louisville, KY (presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Recognizing and Responding to Bullying” (November 8, 2007) University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Charlottesville, VA.“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (November 6, 2007). Staff training workshop. Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (November 5, 2007). Staff training workshop. Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (October 12, 2007). Staff training workshop. Powhatan County Public Schools, Powhatan, VA. “Bullies, Victims, and Bystanders: The Impact on Children and Teens.” (October 1, 2007). Central Virginia Partnership on Youth. Richmond, VA“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 28, 2007). Staff training workshop. Loudoun County Public Schools, Ashburn, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Couple Power: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Couple Relationships.” (August 17, 2007) American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco.(presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Couple Power: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Couple Relationships.” (July 16, 2007) Washington State Psychological Association, Seattle, WA.(presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (July 11, 2007). Staff training workshop. Madison County Public Schools, Madison, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Using Groups to Help Victims of Bullying.” (March 12, 2007) Virginia Association of Specialists in Group Work, Group-A-Rama, Annandale, VA “Couple Power: Building Commitment, Cooperation Community and Community in Couple Relationships.” (March 30, 2007) Naropa University, Boulder, CO. .(presented with Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (February 16, 2007). Staff training workshop. Franklin City Public Schools, Franklin, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).2006“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 29, 2006). Staff training workshop. Loudoun County Public Schools, Ashburn, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Couple Power Therapy – Building Clients’ Commitment, Cooperation, Communication, and Community.”(August 10, 2006) Continuing Education Workshop, American Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans, LA (presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras). “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 3, 2006). Staff training workshop. Lee County Public Schools, Jonesville, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 2, 2006). Staff training workshop. Wise County Public Schools, Wise, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“The Circle of Security: Connecting with Adopted Teens or Those in Foster Care.” (June 26, 2006). Community Attention, Charlottesville, VA. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (June 21, 2006). Staff training workshop. Lynchburg Public Schools, Lynchburg, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Bullying on the Bus.” (April 11, 2006). In-service workshop Louisa County, VA“Couple Power Therapy: Innovative Ways for Treating Relationships.” (April 7, 2006) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Virginia Beach, VA (presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch- Sheras)“Couple Power Therapy: New Techniques and Ethical Issues in Working With Couples and Families.” (April 1, 2006) University of Virginia Center, Charlottesville, VA. (presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch- Sheras).“Working with Teens with Mental Health Problems.” (January 18, 2006). Staff Training for Community Attention Program, Charlottesville Department of Social Services, Charlottesville, VA“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (January 17, 2006). Staff training workshop. Albemarle Public Schools, Charlottesville, VA. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (January 9, 2006). Staff training workshop. St. Vrain Public Schools, Longmont CO. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).2005 “Bullying – A Primer for Parents” (November 16, 2005). Governor’s Office on Substance Abuse Prevention (GOSAP). Richmond, VA.“Assessing Student Threats in School.” (November 16, 2005). Virginia Counselors Association Convention, Portsmouth, VA“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (October 28, 2005). Staff training workshop. Chesterfield County Virginia Public Schools. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Group Work in the Schools” October, 2005 – April 2006) Loudoun County Public Schools, University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Ashburn, VA (7 days/yr.).“Couple Power Therapy – Building Clients’ Commitment, Cooperation, Communication, and Community.”(August 20, 2005) Continuing Education Workshop, American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C. (presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras). “Developmental Issues in Adolescence for Career Counselors.” (August 12, 2005), Piedmont Virginia Community College, Charlottesville, VA.“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 9, 2005). Staff training workshop. Wythe County Virginia Public Schools. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Political Advocacy and Political Giving.” (July 16, 2005). Florida Psychological Association Convention, West Palm Beach, FL. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (June 30, 2005). Staff training workshop. Culpeper County Virginia Public Schools. (presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Commitment in Couples; Act and State.” (June 18, 2005) Couples Coaching Couples Annual Convention. Burr Oak State Park, McConnelsville, OH, (presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras).“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr).“Political Advocacy and Political Giving.” (April 21, 2005). South Carolina Psychological Association convention, Charleston, SC.“Understanding and Advising Adolescents. (April 14, 2005). Career Coaches Training Program. Virginia Community College Society. Virginia Beach, Virginia“Couple Power Therapy: New Techniques and Ethical Issues in Working With Couples and Families.” (April 8, 2005) University of Virginia Center, Falls Church, Virginia. (presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras). “Battling Bullies” (March 21, 2005). Teachers’ Workshop. Student Virginia Teachers Association (SVEA). University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia.“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (March 17, 2005). Staff training workshop. Patrick County Virginia Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Dealing with Grief at School” (January 27, 2005) Faculty- Merriwether Lewis Elementary School, Ivy, Virginia.2004“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (December 13, 2004). Staff training workshop. Alleghany County Virginia Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (November 17, 2004). Staff training workshop. Russell County Virginia Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Couple Power Therapy: Innovative Ways for Treating Relationships” (October, 29, 2004). Arkansas Psychological Association. Little Rock, Arkansas, (Presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (October 26, 2004). Staff training workshop. Dinwiddie County Virginia Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Bullying at School: Bullies, Victims and Bystanders.”(October 6, 2004), Surry County Public Schools, Surry, Virginia.“Couple Power: New Frontiers in Couple Work.” (October 1, 2004). Fall Institute, Manitoba Psychological Society, Winnipeg, Manitoba (Presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (September 17, 2004). Staff training workshop. Bedford County Virginia Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 26, 2004). Staff training workshop. Virginia School Boards Association. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 24, 2004). Staff training Workshop. School Security Officers, Richmond Public Schools, Richmond, VA, Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “School Crisis and Response: Preparation and Implementation” (August 5, 2004). Pender County Public Schools, Pender County, NC."How Counselors Work with Adolescents" (June 22, 2004). University of Virginia Young Writers Workshop, Charlottesville, Virginia. “Rapid Treatment of Relationship Problems: New techniques for working with couples and families” (June 11, 2005) University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Studies. Falls Church, VA. (Presented with Dr, Phyllis Koch-Sheras)“Parenting Teenagers.” (March 11, 2004). Professional Development Conference. Kenston School, Blackstone, VA. “Understanding Bullying.” (March 11, 2004). Professional Development Conference. Kenston School, Blackstone, VA. “Youth Violence and Threat Assessment.” (March 11, 2004). Professional Development Conference. Kenston School, Blackstone, VA. “Treatment of Couples.” (March 5, 2004). University of Virginia, Richmond Center. (Presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras). “Treatment of Couples.” (February 20, 2004). University of Virginia, Richmond Center. (Presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras). 2003“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)Expert/consultant, Warning Signs for Suicide Conference. (November 9-11, 2003). American Association of Suicidology, Babson College, Wellesley, MA. “The Four Cs of Couple Power.” (September 22, 2003). GET S.M.A.R.T. (Skills Make Adult Relationships Thrive). James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA. (Presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras).“Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (August 28, 2003). Staff training workshop. Fairfax County, VA, Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Understanding Threat Assessment.” (August 4, 2003). Fluvanna County, VA, Public Schools. “Understanding Bullying.” (August 1, 2003). Fluvanna County, VA, Public Schools. “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (July 28, 2003). Staff training workshop. Nelson County, VA, Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (July 28, 2003). Staff training workshop. Warren County, VA, Public Schools. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.” (March 21, 2003). Staff training workshop. Appomattox County Public Schools. Appomattox, VA. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell).“Bullies and Victims.” (January 31, 2003) system-wide in-service training, Fairfax County Public Schools, Fall Church, VA. 2002“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr) “The Balancing Act—Couples in the Workplace.” (October 22, 2002). Leadership Learning Series of the Leadership Charlottesville Alumni Association, Charlottesville, VA.“The Couple Power Model.” (September 30, 2002). James Madison University School of Business, Harrisonburg, VA.(Presented with Dr. Phyllis Koch-Sheras). Staff training workshop. Guidelines for responding to student threats of violence. (September 26, 2002). Roanoke County Public Schools. Roanoke, Virginia. (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Violence assessment and prevention in schools”. Co-presented, invited workshop for 9th Annual Institute for Psychology in the Schools. American Psychological Association Annual Convention. Chicago, IL. (August 21,2002). (Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “Guidelines for responding to student threats of violence.” Staff training workshop. (August 16, 2002). Amherst County Public Schools. Amherst, Virginia.(Presented with Dr. Dewey Cornell). “School Crisis Intervention.” (July 31, 2002). Sarasota County Public Schools, Sarasota, FL. “Bullies, Victims and Bystanders: Helping Schools Help Students”. (August 1, 2002) Sarasota Public Schools, Sarasota, FL.2001“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)"Counselors to Adolescents" (June 20, 2001). University of Virginia Young Writers Workshop. “The Long Term Psychological Impact of Bullying in Middle School” (May 18, 2001). Burley Middle School faculty, Charlottesville, VA.“New Frontiers in Treating Couples” (April 27, 2001). Carilion Health Systems, St. Alban’s Hospital and Radford University (with P. Koch-Sheras). “Adolescent Suicide Prevention” (April 2, 2001). Virginia Department of Interdepartmental Regulation, Richmond, VA. “Violence Prevention” (March 20, 2001) Helping Students Who Get Out Their Pain: Strategies for Intervention. State Wide Dissemination Conference, Virginia Department of Education, Charlottesville, VA. School-wide Bullying Presentation (March 22, 2001) Burley Middle School, Charlottesville, VA. Virginia Youth Violence Project staff. “Using All of Psychology’s Voices” (March 12, 2000) Workshop for Division Federal Advocacy Coordinators, American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. 2000“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)“Responding to Youth Violence” (November 10, 2000) Staunton Virginia City Schools.“Warning Signs of Violence” (October 26, 2000) School Resource Offer Training Office of Juvenile Justice, Virginia Beach, VA.“How School Psychologists Can Help Parents Manage the Stress of Their Teenage Children” (October 13, 2000) Georgia Association of School Psychologists Fall Conference, Callaway Gardens, GA.“Warning Signs of Violence Toolkit Expert Panel” (September 28, 2000) Centerfor Mental Health Services (HHS) and American Institute for Research, Washington, D.C.“Adolescent At Risk Behavior” (August 9, 2000) Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, School Resource Officers Rescue Training, Roanoke, VA.“Coaching Couples – A Way to Maintain Therapeutic Games” (August 5, 2000) American Psychological Association, Washington, D.C (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Talking with Adolescents” (June 21, 2000) University of Virginia Young Writers Workshop, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescent At-Risk Behavior” (June 20, 2000) Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, School Resource Officers Training, Roanoke, VA.“Youth Suicide Consultation” (June 15, 29, 2000) Virginia Youth Commission, SJR148 Richmond, VA.“Adolescent At-Risk Behavior” (May 9, 2000) Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, School Resource Officers Training, Norfolk, VA.“Creating Safe Schools: Violence Postvention and Prevention” (March 30, 2000)National Association of School Psychologists Annual Convention, New Orleans, LA.“Early Warning Signs of Violence” (March 28, 2000) Third Annual Technical Assistance Workshop for Safe and Drug-free Schools and Communities Act, School Division Coordinators, Roanoke, VA.“Dealing with Teen Suicide” (March 23, 2000) Region Ten Community Services Services Board, Charlottesville, VA. “Adolescent At-Risk Behavior” (March 16, 2000) Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services, School Resource Officer Training, Richmond, VA.“Warning Signs of At-Risk Students” (February 29, 2000) Critical Incident Response for SROs and School Administrators, Virginia Crime Prevention Center, Department of Education and Office of the Governor, Crystal City, VA. “Warning Signs of Violence” (January 26, 2000) Basic Training, School Resource Officers, State of Virginia, Midlothian, VA.“Suicide in Elementary Schools” (January 17, 2000) Albemarle County Public Schools.1999“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)“Understanding School Violence: School Response” (December 16, 1999) United States Department of Education, Washington, D.C. “Preventing Youth Violence: School Response” (November 10, 1999) Intervention, Prevention and Remediation: Alternatives to School Failure. University of Virginia Continuing Education and the Virginia Department of Education, Charlottesville, VA.“Preventing Youth Violence: Warning Signs” (November 9, 1999) Intervention, Prevention and Remediation: Alternatives to School Failure. University of Virginia Continuing Education and the Virginia Department of Education, Charlottesville, VA.“Violence in Schools” (November 2,1999) In-Service Training, Albemarle County Schools, VA.“Group Work for Student Services Staff” (October 17, 1999-April 29, 2000) Course for Fairfax County Public Schools–University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Development, Fairfax, VA.“School Crisis Management” (August 10, 1999) Virginia Association of School Superintendents, Midlothian, VA.“School Violence Prevention” (August 4, 1999) Wythe County Public Schools, Wytheville, VA. “School Violence Prevention and Response” (June 16, 1999) School Violence Prevention Symposium. University of Northern Colorado, University of Colorado at Denver, and the Colorado Department of Education, Greeley, CO. “Gangs, Youth Violence and Prevention Intervention” (June 8, 1999) VADAP 24th Training Institute, Williamsburg, VA. “Introduction to Mediation and Conflict Resolution” (May 14, 1999) Center for State and National Programs for Educators, University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Norfolk, VA.“Violence in Schools: Understanding and Response” (May 12, 1999) United States Department of Education, Washington, D.C.“Creating the Relationship of Your Dreams” (April 30, 1999) The Alchemists, Richmond, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Having Fun: An Active Senior Social Life” (April 16, 1999) Senator Emily Couric’s Day for Seniors, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“New Frontiers in Couples Work: The ‘Couple Power’ Model for Therapists” (April 15, 1999) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Virginia Beach, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Creating the Relationship of your Dreams” (March 25, 1999) Virginia Festival of the Book, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Create the Relationship of your Dreams” (March 21, 1999) The Whole Life Expo, Baltimore, MD (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Federal Advocacy Coordinator Workshops: Training the Trainers” (March 8, 1999) American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Music Television (MTV)/APA Partnership: “Warning Signs: A Youth Anti-Violence Initiative” (March 7, 1999) Virginia Youth Violence Project Initiatives, American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.“Talking to your Children about Sexuality” (February 24, 1999) Free Union Country School, Free Union, VA (with R. Welker)“The Magic of Couple Visions: Helping Couples Resolve the Past and Design the Future” (February 6, 1999) American Psychological Association 30th Midwinter Meeting, West Palm Beach, FL (with P. Koch-Sheras)1998“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr) “Assessing Suicide Risk” (November 16, 1998) Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Advanced Principles of Group Treatment” (October 15, 1998) Community Attention Program, Charlottesville, VA.“Group Therapy with Adolescents” (October 1, 1998) Community Attention Staff, Charlottesville, VA.“Couples Therapy” (September 23, 1998) Psychiatric Mental Health Conference, Staunton, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Couples Workshop” (September 17, 1998) Barnes & Noble Bookstore, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Dreams and Relationships” (March 19, 1998) Virginia Festival of the Book, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Advocacy Skills Training” (March 10, 1998) American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C (with S. Beyer, N. Klein, D. Hill). “Anticipating Loss in the Classroom” (January 26, 1998) Meriwether Lewis School, Ivy, VA.1997“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr) “Couple Power Workshop” (November 6, 1997) Creative & Healing Arts Institute, Charlottesville, VA.“Teachers Dealing with Grief” (November 4, 1997) Charlottesville Schools in-service training.“Suicide Assessment” (October 20, 1997) Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia.“Preparing for Crisis” (August 19, 1997) Albemarle County Public Schools in-service training.“Crisis Planning in Schools” (August 11, 1997) School Resource Officers Training, Virginia State Department of Education.“Working with Adolescents in a Residential Setting” (July 18, 1997) Young Writers’ Workshop Staff, University of Virginia.“Therapeutic Applications of Couple Power: What to Do and What to Expect” (May 4, 1997) Maryland Psychological Association, 16th Annual Preconvention Institute, Ocean City, MD (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Principles of Couple Power: How to Create Relationships that Work” (May 3, 1997) Maryland Psychological Association, 16th Annual Preconvention Institute, Ocean City, MD (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Shifting the Paradigm of Couple: Strategies for Change” (May 2, 1997) Maryland Psychological Association, 16th Annual Preconvention Institute, Ocean City, MD (with P. Koch-Sheras) “How Schools Handle Emergencies” (April 18, 1997) University of Virginia Education Day, Charlottesville, VA (with K. Bodkin and F. Morse). “Crisis Intervention, Catastrophe and Traumatic Loss” (February 15, 1997) Jefferson Counselors Association, Charlottesville, VA (with J. Morris). 1996“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr) “Identifying Depression and Suicide in Adolescent Clients” (November 11, 1996) The Community Attention Program, Charlottesville, VA.“On the Air—Training for Radio and TV Appearances” (October 4, 1996) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Richmond, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Advanced Political Advocacy for Students” (August 8 and 9, 1996) American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada.“New Frontiers for Couples” (May 17, 1996) The Renaissance Center, Albany, GA. (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Managing Youth Violence” (March 30, May 2, 9, 1996) Virginia Youth Violence Project, Newport News, VA.“New Frontiers for Couples: A Workshop in Co-Creating Couples Therapy” (March 29, 1996) American Psychological Association Midwinter Meeting, Scottsdale, AZ (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Federal Advocacy Training” (March 3, 1996) APA State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.“Managing School Crisis” (February 16-17, 1996) Durham Public Schools, Durham, NC1995“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr) “Crisis Intervention Plans for Suicide” (October 20, 1995) Campbell County Schools, Virginia.“Federal Advocacy Training Workshop” (August 1995) American Psychological Association of Graduate Students, APA Convention, New York, NY.“A Workshop in Co-Creating Couples Therapy” (April 21, 1995) Indiana Psychological Association Convention, Lake Monroe, IN (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Federal and State Advocacy Training” (April 7, 1995) Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists Convention, Alexandria, VA.1994“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr) “Media Workshop for Psychologists” (October 7, 1994) Virginia Psychological Association, Richmond, VA. (with A.D. Entin, P. Koch-Sheras, and L.A. Perrott).“Crisis Management and Aggression in Schools” June 21 (Virginia Beach), June 28 (Richmond), July 12 (Alexandria), July 19 (Charlottesville), July 26 (Roanoke), Institute on Youth Aggression, Division of Continuing Education, University of Virginia.“Helping Couples Help Themselves: Techniques for Achieving Couple Power” (April 7, 1994) Virginia Psychological Association, Charlottesville, VA.“The Psychology of Youth Aggression—Prevention and School Interventions (March 24-25, 1994) University of Virginia, Richmond Center, Richmond, VA (part of course for credit)1993“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr) “Preparing for Crisis and School Violence” (December 3, 1993) Northumberland Public Schools, Lottsburg, VA.“The Psychology of Youth Aggression” (November 12-13, 1993) University of Virginia Hampton Roads Center, Virginia Beach, VA (part of course for credit)“Dealing with Crises in the Schools” (October 28 - 29, 1993) Durham Public Schools. Durham, NC.“Managing Stress at Home and In the Workplace” (August 1993) Curry School of Education, University of Virginia, Staff Retreat. Charlottesville, VA.“School Crisis Network Training” (May 1993) Lancaster County Public Schools, Kilmarnock, VA.“New Frontiers in Treating Couples” (April 1993l) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Virginia Beach, VA (Presented with P. Koch-Sheras, Ph.D.)“Crisis Intervention Planning” (March 1993) Developing School Crisis Networks, Virginia State Department of Education, Third Annual Governor's Conference on Alcohol and other Drug-Abuse Prevention. Williamsburg, VA.1992“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)“School Violence” (September 1992) Workshop on School Violence, Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA.“Crises Affecting Youth: Pulling All the Pieces Together” (March 1992) State Department of Education, Governor's Second Annual Youth Risk Prevention Dissemination Conference, Richmond, VA.“Violence in the Classroom” (April 1992l) Conference on The Black Student in Today's Schools, Norfolk State University, Norfolk, VA.“Violence in the Schools” (January 1992) Workshop presented by the School Crisis Network for Albemarle County Schools, Charlottesville, VA.1991“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)“Establishing a School Crisis Team and Developing a Crisis Plan: Assessing Needs and Resources” (October 1991) Workshop presented at Planning for Safe Schools in Your Community, State Police Academy, Richmond, VA.“Psychology and Federal Advocacy” (April 1991) Workshop presented at the Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Richmond, VA.“School Violence” (October 1991) Workshops presented by the School CrisisNetwork for Albemarle County Schools and Charlottesville City Schools“Preventing School Violence” (October 1991) Workshop presented to the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.1990“Group process training for Mental Health Personnel,” Fairfax County Schools, Fairfax, VA. (7 days/yr)“Crises Affecting Youth” (October/December 1990) Workshop presented by Virginia Department of Education, Fredericksburg, VA; Lynchburg, VA; Richmond, VA.“Treating Special Sub-populations” (July 1990) Summer Institute on Substance Abuse Prevention, University of Virginia (with C. Sowa) “Brief Strategic Psychotherapy with Adolescents” (April 1990) Presented at Family Matters Workshops, Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA. 1989Consultant, Virginia State Department of Education, Task Force on Weapons, Violence and Medical Emergencies on School Property.“Adolescent Suicide Prevention” (April 1989) Preconvention Institute, American Orthopsychiatric Association Convention, New York (with A. Slaby, B. Garfinkel, M.and M. Herbert). “Establishing Adolescent Crisis Teams in the Schools” (March 1989) Preconvention Workshop, National Association of School Psychologists, Boston, MA (with M. Herbert)“Teacher Stress and Student Self-esteem.” Presentation/supervision of six training workshops for the Charlottesville City School System.“Stress and Students at Risk.” Seminar for Charlottesville City School System (16 hours)1988“Kids Out of Control.” Co-presented workshop and panel, Charter Hospital of Charlottesville. “How to be an ‘Askable’ Parent.” Albemarle County Schools Enrichment Day, Charlottesville, VA.“Depression and Suicide in Children.” Virginia Department of Health, Child Development Center, Lynchburg, VA.“The Challenge of Adolescence.” Conference sponsored by University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Abingdon, VA.“Adolescent Stress.” Gabbard Institute, Bloomington, IN (given by Phi Delta Kappa)1987“Adolescence: The Turbulent Years.” Third Annual Mental Health Seminar, Virginia Baptist Hospital, Lynchburg, VA.1986-1995Family therapy supervision for staff, Region Ten Community Mental Health Center.1985-87Brief strategic psychotherapy, University of Virginia Counseling Center.1983-88Psychology staff, Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.1985“Treatment of Adolescent Depression.” Workshop, Virginia Psychological Association Spring Conference.Teenage Suicide workshop, Children's Advocacy Resource Team, Staunton, VA.1984“Staying Alive: Family strategies for suicide prevention.” Center for Psychology Services, Charlottesville, VA.1982Treating adolescents workshop, Family Service, Inc., Charlottesville, VA.Adolescent development workshop, Central Virginia Child Development Association, Inc.1979Family therapy workshop, Shepherd College, Shepherdstown, WV.1977-79Clinical consultant, Outreach Counseling Services, Inc., Charlottesville, VA.1976-79Clinical consultant, Therapeutic Residential Experience for Emotional Stability (TREES), Augusta County School System, VA.1978-79Clinical consultant, Youth Service Center, Charlottesville, VA.1978“Adolescents and the Family System,” workshop, DYS and UVA Continuing Education.1977-78Coordinator and trainer, Family Counseling Training Program, Virginia Corrections Department, Division of Youth Services, Region IV.1977“Family of Origin” (two workshops), University of Virginia.1976“Involving Families” (two workshops for school counselors), Consultative Resource Center, University of Virginia.1975Family therapy consultation, Albemarle County Department of Social Services.Selected Professional Development and Workshops Taken:1998Certified Mediation Training1997, 2005APA Site Visitors Training1994American Red Cross – Disaster Mental Health Training1983-93Family Therapy Training, Steve Greenstein (92 days)1985-00Federal Advocacy, American Psychological Association State Leadership Conferences (60 days)1990-91Communications Courses (5 days)Child Abuse, David Wolfe (2 days)Family Therapy, Peggy Papp (2 days)1986National Academy of Clinical Hypnosis--Certification Level I, Eugene Eberts (8 days)1981Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy, Habib Davanloo (3 days)1979Family Reconstruction, Elizabeth Richards (3 days)1978Laboratory in Individual Self-Differentiation (NTL), John and Joyce Weir (2 weeks, residential)Meta Communications Workshop, Richard Bandler (3 days)1977Creative Aggression Workshop, George Bach (2 days)Patterns of Communication and Change, Grinder and DeLozier (2 days)Espousal Center TA Gestalt Therapy RET Behavior Modification, Sue Bender, Gertrude Krause, Albert Ellis1977Laboratory in Individual (National Training Labs), John and Joyce Weir (2 weeks, residential)1976Laboratory in Individual Differentiation, John and Joyce Weir (2 weeks, residential)1975Special Problems and Techniques with Adolescent Group Psycho-Therapy, Max Siegel (10 hours)1975Marathon Group, Betty Fuller (3 days) Introduction to Hypnotherapy, Paul Watzlawick (8 hours)Gestalt Therapy, Helen Ammons (40 hours)Group Psychotherapy Training Seminar, Irvin Yalom (40 hours)1972Transcendental Meditation, Princeton, NJRESEARCHFunded Research:1993Sowa, C. and Sheras, P. (Principal Investigators) Elementary Head Smart Schools Project: Development and evaluation training grantThe National Head Injury Foundation1 year (renewable)$44,7281994Sheras, P. L., and Sowa, C. J. (Principal Investigators)Head Smart Schools Project - Evaluation and RevisionThe National Head Injury Foundation1 year $27,1082001Cornell, D. G (Principal Investigator), Sheras, P. L. (Co-principal Investigator)Development of a Student Threat Assessment Model for Schools. Jessie Ball duPont Fund. 3 years$129,5702004Cornell, D. G. (Principal Evaluator), Sheras, P. L. (Co-evaluator)Evaluation of Suicide Prevention Training in Virginia (QPR/ASIST). Virginia Department of Health. 18 months $60,000 (first year)2005Cornell. D.G (Principal Investigator), Sheras, P.L. (Co-Investigator)Middle School Bullying (renewal) GOSAP, $37,3672006Cornell, D. G. (Principal Investigator) Fan, X, Gregory, A. & Sheras, P. (Co-Investigators)School-Based Protective Factors for Youth Violence (new)U.S. Department of Justice, $500,000 Co-PICurrent Unfunded Research:The stress of parenting adolescent children (Adolescent Parenting Stress Project)Characteristics of Lasting Couple Relationships Relationship Potential Research Project Effectiveness of Couples Coaching CouplesPUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONSBooks:Koch-Sheras, P. & Sheras, P. (2012) Lifelong Love: 4 steps to creating and maintaining an extraordinary relationship. New York: Harlequin PressCornell, D. G. & Sheras, P.L. (2006). Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence.Longmont, CO: Sopris-West, Publishers.Sheras, P.L. and Koch-Sheras, P. (2006) Couple Power Therapy: Building Commitment Cooperation, Communication and Community in Relationships. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association Press.Sheras, P.L. and Thompson, A. (2004) “I can’t Believe You Went Through My Stuff”. New York: Fireside Press.Sheras, P.L. and Tippins, S. (2002) Your Child: Bully or Victim. New York: Fireside Press. Koch-Sheras, P.R., Lemley, A, and Sheras, P.L. (2000) The Dream Sourcebook and Journal.(republication) New York: Barnes & Noble Books.Koch-Sheras, P. R., and Sheras, P. L. (1998) The Dream Sharing Sourcebook: A Practical Guide to Enhancing Your Personal Relationship. Los Angeles: Lowell House.Koch-Sheras, P. R., and Sheras, P. L. (1996) The Dream Sourcebook Journal. Los Angeles: Lowell House.Sheras, P. L., and Worchel, S. (1979) Clinical Psychology: A Social Psychological Approach. New York: D. Van Nostrand Publishers; also published by Van Nostrand Reinhold.Book Chapters and Monographs:Sheras, P., (2012). Bullying: What Is a Parent to Do? In Hirsch, L & Lowen, C, with Santorelli, D. (Eds.), In Bully. New York: Weinstein Books. Sheras, P. L. & Koch-Sheras, P. R., (2008). A Family’s Journey from Mourning to Celebration. InCohen, A.J. (Ed). A Blessing in Disguise. New York: Berkley Books.Cornell, D, Sheras, P.,& Cole, J. (2006). Assessment of bullying. In S.R. Jimerson & M.J. Furlong (Eds.), The Handbook of School Violence and School Safety: From Research to Practice. Mahwah, NeJersey: Erlbaum.Cornell, D., Sheras, P., Kaplan, S., Levy, A., McConville, D. McKnight, L., & Posey, J. (2005).Guidelines for responding to student threats of violence: Field test of a threat assessment approach. Furlong,?Paul M. Kingery, and Michael P. Bates.Sheras, P. L. (2001) Depression and Suicide in Adolescents. In Walker, C. E., and Roberts, M. C. (Eds.)Handbook of clinical child psychology, 3rd edition. New York: John Wiley and Sons.Sheras, P. L. (2000) Grief and traumatic loss: What schools need to know and do. In Doka, K. J. (Ed.), Living with Grief: Children, Adolescents and Loss. Washington, D.C.: Hospice Foundation of America.Cornell, D., Loper, A., Atkinson, A., and Sheras, P. (1999) Youth Violence Prevention in Virginia: A Needs Assessment. Prepared for the Virginia Department of Health.Sheras, P. L., and Koch-Sheras, P. R. (1999) Using the media to promote positive images of couples: A multi-level approach. In Schwartz, L. (Ed.), Perspectives on Psychology and the Media Vol. 2. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association Press.Sheras, P. L., and Koch-Sheras, P. R. (1998) New Frontiers in Treating Couples. In VandeCreek, L., Knapp, S., and Jackson, T. (Eds.) Innovations in Clinical Practice, Vol. 16. Sarasota, FL: Professional Resource Press.Sheras, P. L. (1992) Depression and suicide in adolescence. In Walker, C. E., and Roberts, M. C. (Eds.), Handbook of clinical child psychology, 2nd Edition. New York: John Wiley and Sons.Garfinkel, B. D., Crosby, E., Herbert, M. R., Matus, A. L., Pfiefer, J. K., Sheras, P. L. (1988) Responding to adolescent suicide. Bloomington, IN: Phi Delta Kappa Educational Foundation.Sheras, P. L. (1983) Suicide in adolescence. In Walker, C. E., and Robert, M. C. (Eds.), Handbook of clinical child psychology. New York: John Wiley and Sons.Sheras, P. L. (1975) Treatment and rehabilitation of adolescents. In Berkowitz, Englander, Rubin, and Worrall (Eds.), Evaluation of policy related rehabilitation research. Praeger Publishers.Tests:Sheras, P. L., and Abidin, R. R. (1998) Stress Index for Parents of Adolescents. Odessa, FL: PAR Publishers.Videos: Sheras, P. L. and Koch-Sheras, P. R.(2006) Couple Power Therapy. APA Video Series. Chicago: American Psychological Association.Articles and Published Presentations:Sheras, P.L., & Bradshaw, C.P., (2016). Fostering Policies that Enhance Positive School Environment. Theory Into Practice.55, 129-135.Gregory, A., Cornell, D., Fan, X., Sheras, P., Shih, T., & Huang, F. (2010). Authoritative school discipline: High school practices associated with lower student bullying and victimization. Journal of Educational Psychology.Cornell, Sheras, Gregory, & Fan (2009). A retrospective study of school safety conditions in high schools using the Virginia Threat Assessment Guidelines versus alternative approaches. School Psychology Quarterly. Allen, K., Cornell, D., Lorek, E., & Sheras, P. (2008). Response of school personnel to student threat assessment training. School Effectiveness and School Improvement, 19, 319-332. APA Zero Tolerance Task Force, Skiba, R., Reynolds, C., Graham, S., Sheras, P., Conoley, J., & Garcia-Vazquez, E. (2008). Are Zero Tolerance Policies Effective in the Schools? An Evidentiary Review and Recommendations. American Psychologist.Sheras, P., & Koch-Sheras, P. (2008). Commitment first, communication later: Dealing with barriers to effective couple therapy. Journal of Contemporary Psychotherapy. 38 (3),109-117.Cole, J., Cornell, D., & Sheras, P. (2006). Identification of school bullies by survey methods. Professional School Counseling. 9 (4). 305-313.Cornell, D., Sheras, P. Kaplan, S., McConville, D., Douglass, J., Elkon, A., McKnight, L., Branson, C., & Cole, J. (2004). Guidelines for student threat assessment: Field-test findings. School Psychology Review, 33, 527-546. Sheras, P.L. (2002) Risk Behaviors: Suicide. In Guthrie, J. W. (Ed.). The Encyclopedia of Education, 2nd edition. New York: Macmillan Reference USA. Sheras, P.L. and Koch-Sheras, P.R. (2001) Group Therapy with Couples. The Independent Practitioner, Div. 42, American Psychological Association, Winter. Sheras, P.L. (2000) Preventing Violence in School. Spotlight, Virginia Effective PracticesProject, Summer. Sheras, P. L. and Koch-Sheras, P. R. (2000) The Couple as Entity: The Power of Treating the Couple as a Whole. The Independent Practitioner. Div. 42, American Psychological Association, Spring.Abidin, R. R., and Sheras, P. L. (2000) The Stress Index for Parents of Adolescents in J. Touliatos, G. Holden, and B. Perlmutter (eds.) Second Handbook of Family Measurement Techniques. Thousand Oaks, CA.Sheras, P.L.(1999) Hill Briefings on Violence: Psychology Gets Call Advance, Association for The Advancement of Psychology, Summer.Sheras, P. L., and Koch-Sheras, P. K. (1999) Couples Coaching. The Independent Practitioner. Div. 42, American Psychological Association, Summer.Sheras, P. L. (1999) Advising parents with difficult children and adolescents: Managing stress and negative behaviors. ERIC ED C6029034.Cornell, D. G., and Sheras, P. L. (1998) Common errors in school crisis response: Learning from our mistakes. Psychology in the Schools.Sheras, P. L. (1997) Is it coaching or psychotherapy? The Independent Practitioner. Div. 42, American Psychological Association, Summer.Sheras, P. L., Cornell, D. G., and Bostain, D. S. (1996) The Virginia Youth Violence Project: Transmitting psychological knowledge on youth violence to schools and communities. Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 27(4)Sheras, P. L. (1996) Seven steps to safe schools. Crisis Management in the Schools Interest Group Newsletter of National Association of School Psychologists, 2(1)Sheras, P. L., and Pfeiffer, S. (1995) Lesson from the Grassroots. The Practitioner Focus. American Psychological Association, Spring 1995.Sheras, P. L., (1993) Teen Suicide: Why, Why, Why? The Mental Health Association Quarterly Update. Mental Health Association of Charlottesville-Albemarle. Winter Edition.Sheras, P. L. (1993) If We Acted As If Our Lives Depended On It, Could We Stop The Violence In School? Charlottesville Observer Feb. 26, 1993.Shutty, Jr., M. J., and Sheras, P. L. (1991) Brief strategic psychotherapy with chronic pain patients: Reframing and problem resolution. Psychotherapy, 28(4), 636-642. Bush J.P., Melamed, B.G., Greenbaum, P.E., & Sheras, P.L. (1988). Motherchild patterns of coping with anticipatory medical stress. In B.G.Melamed, K. Matthews, D. Routh, B. Stabler, and N. Schneiderman(Eds.), Textbook of child health psychology (pp. 213-233). Hillside,NJ: Erlbaum.Bush, J. P., Melamed, B. G., Sheras, P. L., and Greenbaum, P. E. (1986) Mother-child patterns of coping with anticipatory medical stress. Health Psychology, 5(2), 137-157.Sheras, P. L. (1978) Using family reconstruction techniques with families in therapy. ERIC ED 166, 614.Sheras, P. L. (1978) Paradox as an intervention strategy with emotionally disturbed adolescents. ERIC ED 166 613.Sheras, P. L. (1977) Adolescents on adolescence: A survey of important issues for adolescents. ERIC ED 146 484.Zanna, M. P., Sheras, P. L., Cooper, J., and Shaw, C. (1975) Pygmalion and Galatea: The interactive effect of teacher and student expectancies. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 11, 274-287.Book Reviews:Sheras, P.L. (2004) Attachment Theory for Two Seasons: Implications or applications? Contemporary Psychology now PsychCritiques (on line). Sheras, P. L. (2001)Group Therapy in Independent Practice. The Independent Practitioner. Sheras, P. L. (1987) Adolescent psychiatry: Developmental and clinical studies. Contemporary Psychology, 32(10)Sheras, P. L. (1985) "Youth Suicide." Contemporary Psychology, 30(9)Reports:Skiba, R. Reynolds, C, Graham, S., Sheras, P., Conoley, J., & Garcia-Vasquez. E., (2006) “Are Zero Tolerance Policies Effective in Schools? An evidentiary review and recommendations,” A Report by the American Psychological Association Zero Tolerance Task Force. American Psychological Association ()Sheras, P. L. (1999) Depression and suicide in juvenile offenders. Juvenile Justice Fact Sheet, Charlottesville, VA: Institute of Law, Psychiatry and Public Policy, University of Virginia.Thesis and Dissertation“The effect of prior experience and education upon conformity.” (1973) Doctoral dissertation, Princeton University.“Drug Use and Radicalism among High School Students: An Exploratory Study.” (1972) Master's thesis, Princeton University.“Toward an Understanding of Adolescence” (1970) Undergraduate thesis, Yale UniversityPapers and Presentations:Sheras, P., Rea, C., & Tiller, E. (April 28, 2016) “The Hoffman Report’s Impact on APA. Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists Convention, Newport News, VA.Sheras, P. (March 28, 2015) “Keynote Presentation: Changing Practices, Changing Practitioners: Taking Hold of Our Future,” Minnesota Psychological Association, Minneapolis, MN.Sheras, P. (March 28, 2015) “Violence in Schools: What Do We Know & What Can We Do?” Minnesota Psychological Association, Minneapolis, MN.Lacey, A., & Sheras, P, (August 7, 2014) “Marital Satisfaction and the 4 Cs of Couple,” Poster Session,American Psychological Association Convention, Washington DC.Sheras, P., (August 3, 2013) “Building the Future of Practice In America: Assuring a Quality Product. American Psychological Association Convention, Honolulu, HISheras, P., (September 25, 2012) “Stress, Parenting and Relationships: Why is this so difficult? Community Psychology Brownbag, Department of Psychology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA. Sheras, P., (September 18, 2012) Understanding Suicide – Panel discussion Albemarle County School, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P & Koch-Sheras, P., Co-chairs, (August 5, 2012) Conversation Hour: “Being a Professional Couple – How to Manage Working, Practicing, and Living Together” American Psychological Association convention, Orlando, FL.Sheras, P. L. & Koch-Sheras, P.K., (August 5, 2012) “Psychologists in Relationship: Problems and Possibilities. American Psychological Association Convention, Orlando, FL.Sheras, P. L. (August 3, 2012) “Evolution of Clinical Practice.” American Psychological Association convention, Orlando, FL.Sheras, P., (March 21, 2012) “How Grief Affects Students: What Schools Should Know and Do” Hospice of the Piedmont and Safe Schools Healthy Students Program Seminar. Charlottesville, VA Sheras, P., (March 10. 2012) Opening Remarks, State leadership Conference, American Psychological Association Practice Organization. Washington, D.C. Sheras, P. (August 6, 2011) Discussant “Someone at Home Is Going to Prison – Impact of Parental and Household Member Incarceration on Children’s School Experience. American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C.Koch-Sheras, P., & Sheras, P., (August 6, 2011). “Ethics and Civil Discourse in the Media.” American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C.Sheras, P. (August 5, 2011) “The Context of Health Care Reform.” American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C.Sheras, P. (March 28, 2011). “The Virginia Youth Violence Project: Focus on Threat Assessment and Bullying.” Virginia Alternative Educators Association, Charlottesville, VASheras, P., (February 15, 2011). “Bullying: Signs, Symptoms and the Impact on Individuals.” National Center for the Prevention of Community Violence. Newport News, VASheras, P. (January 28, 2011). “Practical Guidelines for Student Threats of Violence”, School Mental health: Treating Students K-12, Harvard Medical School Department of Continuing Education. Boston, MASheras, P and Koch-Sheras, P (August 13, 2010). “Morning” APA Film Series, American Psychological Association Convention, San Diego, CA. discussantSheras, P.(June 6, 2009) “Parenting Teens: Is it hard or am I just bad at it?.” University of Virginia Reunion Weekend. Charlottesville, VASheras, P. (May, 4, 2009) “Guidelines for Threat Assessment in Schools” Middlesex County Partnership for Youth and the Office of the State’s Attorney, Watertown, MASheras, P.(April 13, 2009) “Parenting Teens: Is it hard or am I just bad at it?.” School Counselors, Arlington County (VA) Public Schools, Arlington, VA.Sheras, P. (April 13, 2009) “Battling Bullies.” School Counselors, Arlington County (VA) Public Schools, Arlington, VA.Sheras, P. (March 23, 2009), “Bullying at School: What Teachers Can Do.” Monticello High School, Albemarle County Schools, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. (December 1, 2008), “Parenting My Teenage Child: A Parents and Clinicians Perspective.” Richmond and Academy of Clinical Psychology and The 7 Hills School.Richmond, VASheras, P. (November 19, 2008), “As Bullies Grow So Do the Problems: A Community Suffers”Women United in Philanthropy, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. (November 14, 2008). “Advocating for Psychology: Speaking Up for Our Profession and Our Science.” Connecticut Psychological Association Convention, Hartford, CT.Sheras, P.(June 7, 2008) “Parenting Teens: Is it hard or am I just bad at it?.” University of Virginia Reunion Weekend. Charlottesville, VASheras, P, & Bradley, B., (May 6, 2008). “Designing a Climate for High Achievement.” Virginia Association of School Superintendents Annual Conference, Roanoke, VASheras, P, Gregory, A, Cornell, D., & Fan, X., (April 18, 2008) “The Virginia High School Safety Study.”Virginia Psychological Association, Charlottesville, VASheras, P., (April 17, 2008). “Disaster Mental Health.” Virginia Psychological Association, Charlottesville, VAWalter, D. & Sheras, P. (March 11, 2008) “Special Government Relations Briefing.” American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Cook, J, Hill, D, Klein, N, & Sheras, P. (March 11, 2008). “Toolkit for Success: Federal Advocacy Training” American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Newbould, P & Sheras, P. (March 10, 2008). “Government Relation Issue Briefing.” American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Gregory, A. Cornell, D., Fan, X., & Sheras, P. (August 19, 2007). “Discipline Policies and Safety Supports in Diverse Schools. American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.Sheras, P., (March 12, 2007) “Groups: Do They Help Bullies and Victims?” Keynote Address, Virginia Association of Specialists in Group Work, Group-A-Rama, Annandale, VA.Walter, D., & Sheras, P. (March 4, 2007) Federal Issues Briefing” American Psychological Association State leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. Koch-Sheras, P. & Sheras, P. (August 13, 2006). Factors Determining Marital Satisfaction: Preliminary research on a new paradigm. American Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans, LA.Koch-Sheras, P. & Sheras, P. (August 13, 2006). Engineering Creativity and Media Psychology: Application of Take-Home Media Materials to Create Visions of Relationships. American Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans, LA., Sheras, P. (August 12, 2006). “Advocating for Psychology – What It Is, Why You Should Do It, and How to Get Involved.” American Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans, LA., DiscussantSheras, P. (August 11, 2006). “Ethnic National Security and the Media.” American Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans, LA., DiscussantSheras, P. (August 11, 2006). “Ethical Considerations and Media Psychology, Part II – Advanced Tips. New Orleans, LA. Session Panalist.Cole, J.C.M. Dupre, M, Sheras, P. & Ball, D. (August 11, 2006). “Psychiatric Disorder, Sexual Abuse, and Substance Use Among Adolescent Inpatients. American Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans, LA..Sheras, P. (August 11, 2006). “Ethical Considerations and Media Psychology, Part I – Beginner’s Tips” American Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans, LA. Session Chair.Sheras, P., & Koch-Sheras, P. (June 30, 2006). Couples in Community. Couples Coaching Couples National Convention, Amacalola Falls, GA.Sheras, P., (June 26, 2006). The Circle of Security: Connecting with Adopted Teens or Those in Foster Care. Community Attention, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. (April 28, 2006). “Bullying and Truancy: How are They Related?” Fairfax County Public Schools, Fairfax, VA.Sheras, P. (March 30, 2006) How Safe are Our Children/: School Violence, Parenting, and the Media. Engaging the Mind Lecture Series- University of Virginia, Winchester, VASheras, P. & Koch-Sheras, P. (March 22, 2006) Unleashing Couple Power. Virginia Festival of the Book, Charlottesville, VAHill, D, Klein, N, & Sheras, P. (March 6, 2006). Making the Most of Internet Advocacy. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Cullen, E., & Sheras, P. (March 5, 2006). Government Relation Issue Briefing. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Cornell, D., & Sheras, P. (January 20, 2006). Report on the Burley Middle School Bully Project. Governor’s Office on Substance Abuse Prevention (GOSAP). Roslyn Conference Center, VASheras, P. (January 19, 2006). Understanding Bullying: What pres-school teachers and Parents need to Know. Presentation to the Staff of Congregation Beth Israel Pre-school.Sheras, P. (September 19, 2005).Bullying. Hadassah Women’s Organization, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. (October 29, 2005) Film Commentary on “Sophie Scholl.” Virginia Film Festival, Charlottesville, VA. Sheras, P., Discussant (August 19, 2005). Innovations and Best Practices in Violence and Disaster Intervention. American Psychological Association Annual Convention, Washington, D.C.Koch-Sheras, P., and Sheras, P. (August 19, 2005). Innovative Practice Opportunities with Media Psychology: Working with Local Media to Enhance Practice and Public Education, American Psychological Association Annual Convention, Washington, D.C.Freedheim , D. & Sheras, P., Co-Chairs (August 18, 2005). Sex and Love – Health and Unhealthy Media Portrayals. American Psychological Association Annual Convention, Washington, D.C.Sheras, P. Discusant (August 18, 2005) Scientists Talking to the Media. American Psychological AssociationAnnual Convention, Washington, D.C.Sheras, P, & Koch-Sheras, P. (June 17, 2005) Commitment: The Act and the State. !5th Annual Couples Coaching Couples Convention, Burr Oak, OH.Sheras, P., (June 8, 2005) The Problem with Bullies. The Senior Statesman of Virginia, Charlottesville, VASheras, P., (April 22, 2005). Political Advocacy: Getting Our Message Out. South Carolina Psychological Association Convention, Charleston, South CarolinaSheras, P. (March 16, 2005). We Knock Upon Silence for an Answering Music: Reading: from Mourning to Celebrations- Dealing with grief as a family. Virginia Festival of the Book. Charlottesville, Virginia.Sheras, P. (March 15, 2005). Understanding Bullying. Jack Jouett Middles School, Charlottesville, Virginia.Jamgochian, H, Gordon, S, Hill, D, Klein, N. & Sheras, P. (March 7, 2005). Advancing Political Giving: Empowering Psychology’s Supporters to Get Their Message Out. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. Newbould, P. & Sheras, P. (March 6, 2005). Government Relations Issues Briefing. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Sheras, P. , & Jamgochian, H. (March 5, 2005). Regional and Divisional Federal Advocacy Coordinators Briefing. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. Sheras, P. & Cornell, D. (February 25, 2005) School Guidelines for Dealing Wit Student Threats of Violence. Poster- University of Virginia Curry School of Education Centennial Conference, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. (February 23, 2005) Parents Dealing with Grief, Merriwether Lewis Elementary School,Ivy, Virginia.Sheras, P. (January 31, 2005). Bullies, Victims, Bystanders: Helping Your Children Navigate the School Yard. St. Michael’s Episcopal School, Bon Air, VASheras, P. (January 19, 2005) Leadership and Community. Leadership Charlottesville Alumni Assocaiton Leaders’ Leader Awards Luncheon. Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. (December 16, 2004). Supporting Families: Helping the Mental Ill to Cope. Virginia Alliance for the Mentally Ill. Central Virginia Chapter, Charlottesville, VASheras, P., & Cornell, D. (December 15, 2004). Bullying in Schools. Presentation for public forum for Delegate Rob Bell (VA General Assembly 58th District). Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. (December 10, 2004). Media and Persuasion. Young Scholars Social Science Summit, American Psychological Association Center for Gifted Education Policy and the National Association of Gifted Children. Washington, D.C. Sheras, P. (November 1, 2004). Bullying, What is a Principal to Do? Making Connections, Albemarle County Public Schools, Charlottesville, Virginia.Sheras, P. (October 31, 2004), Moderator, Virginia Film Festival. “Paper Clips” a film by Robert Johnson. (with Bob Johnson, producer and Eliott Berlin, director).Sheras, P. (October 27, 2004), Bullying: Impact on Schools and School Age Children. Virginia School Coail Workers and Visiting Teachers Association Convention, Charlottesville, VASheras, P. & Koch-Sheras, (September 20, 2004). Couple Power: Creating the Relationship of Your Dreams. Manitoba Psychological Society, Winnipeg, Manitoba.Sheras, P., (August 1, 2004). Mixed Model Practice Group: Selecting the Best Practice Forms. American Psychological Association Convention, Honolulu, HIWachs, K, Sheras, P., & Behnke, S. (July 31, 2004). Media Psychology Suggestions Guide and Casebook – An Update. American Psychological Association Convention, Honolulu, HISheras, P. & Koch-Sheras, P. (July 11, 2004). Couples Coaching Couples. SmartMarriages Conference, Dallas, TX. Koch-Sheras, P. & Sheras, P. (June 26, 2004) Couple Mindfulness, Couples Coaching Couples AnnualConvention, Wakefield, VirginiaSheras, P.& Koch-Sheras, P. (June 25, 2004) Couples In Community, Couples Coaching Couples AnnualConvention, Wakefield, VirginiaSheras, P.L. (June 5, 2004). Bullying –A Forum for Parents. University of Virginia Reunion Seminar, Charlottesville, VA.Perrott, L., Entin, A., Sheras, P. & Gregerson, M. (April 16, 2004). Media Psychology Meets the 21st Century, Virginia Psychological Association Spring Convention, Roanoke, VA. Sheras, P. L. (March 23, 2004). Adolescents and Their Parents—Parenting Stress. Psychiatric Grand Rounds, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA. Klein, N., Sheras, P. & Hill, D. (March 15, 2004). Legislative Advocacy: Training Local Psychologists. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. Walter, D. & Sheras, P. (March 14, 2004). Congressional Issues Briefing. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Sheras, P. (March 13, 2004). State Association Eastern Regional Congressional Overview. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. Sheras, P. (November 18, 2003). Bullying. Psychiatric Grand Rounds, University of Virginia School of Medicine, Charlottesville, VA. Koch-Sheras, P. & Sheras, P. (October 25, 2003). Discussants, Virginia Film Festival, Charlottesville, VA. Sheras, P. & Cornell, D. (October 24, 2003). Guidelines for Responding to Student Threats of Violence. Virginia Psychological Association, Fall Convention, Charlottesville, VA. Cole, J., Cornell, D. & Sheras, P. (October 24, 2003). Identification of School Bullies: Self-Report versus Peer Nomination. Virginia Psychological Association, Fall Convention, Charlottesville, VA. Sheras, P.L. (October 19, 2003). Understanding and Addressing Violence in School and with School-Aged Children. Curry School of Education Centennial Kickoff. Fairfax, VA. Sheras, P. L. (October 6, 2003). Bullying. Central Elementary School, Fluvanna County, VA, Public Schools. Azarbad, L., Sheras, P., McKnight, L. & Loper, A. (August 10, 2003). Correlations between the BDI and CES-D among African-American Women. (Poster). Cornell, D., Sheras, P. & Kaplan, S. (August 8, 2003). Student Threat Assessment: Field-Test Findings. American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, CanadaSheras, P., Cornell, D., Levy, A., McConville, D., McKnight, L., Rosey, J., Branson, C. & Cole, J. (August 7, 2003). School Guidelines for Responding to Youth Threats of Violence. (Poster). American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada. Sheras, P. & Koch-Sheras, P. (August 7, 2003). Couples Coaching Couples: Creating Community to Support Marital Therapy Gains. American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada. Sheras, P. (August 7, 2003). Group Practice of Psychology—Opportunities and Strategies: Organization of Group Practice. American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada. Sheras, P. L. (July 9, 2003). The Practice of Psychology. Summer Enrichment Program, University of Virginia. Koch-Sheras, P. & Sheras, P. (June 29, 2003). Couples Coaching Couples. SmartMarriages Conference, Reno, NV. Sheras, P. & Koch-Sheras, P. (June 22, 2003). Couples and Community. Couples Coaching Couples Annual Convention, Kalamazoo, MI. Sheras, P. L. (June 11, June 19 and July 2, 2003). Dealing with Grief and Loss. Mental Health Association, Charlottesville, VA. Sheras, P. L. (May 20, 2003). School Response to Bullying. The Curry/School Partnership. Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. L. (May 15, 2003). Bullies and Victims: What’s the Problem? The Rotary Club, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. L. (May 5, 2003). A Closer Look at Bullying: Who Bullies and Who Get Victimized? Mary Munford Elementary School, Richmond, VA.Sheras, P. L. (April 22, 2003). Keynote Address: The Impact of Bullying and Victimization on Children and Teenagers. Children Youth and Family Services Community Breakfast. Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. L. (March 22, 2003). Bullying: A presentation on Youth, Virginia Festival of the Book, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. L. (March 18, 2003). Your Child: Bully or Victim? Richmond Academy of Clinical Psychologists and the Seven Hills School, Richmond, VA. Sheras, P. (March 10, 2003). Understanding Threats of Violence. Cave Springs High School, Roanoke Public Schools, Roanoke, VA. Sheras, P.L. (March 3, 2003). Political Giving – Increasing the Return on Your Efforts. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D. C.Cullen, E & Sheras, P.L. (March 2, 2003), Government Relations Issues Briefing. American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C.Kantor, E, Sheras, P. L & Cacciaplagia, C., (February 6, 2003). The Optimum Crisis Continuum. Community Responsibility for Recovery, 2003 Winter Conference, Charlottesville/Albemarle Mental Health Association, Charlottesville, VA. Koch-Sheras, P.K. & Sheras, P.L. (January 16, 2003), Therapeutic Uses of Dreams. Global Holistic Health Summit, Bangalore, IndiaSheras, P.L. & Koch-Sheras, P.K. (January 16, 2003) Enhancing Relationships Through Dreams. Global Holistic Health Summit, Bangalore, IndiaSheras, P.L. (August 23, 2002). Public Service: School Crisis Response- State Advocacy Through Assessing Community Needs. American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago. IL.Sheras, P. L. (August 22, 2002). Political Advocacy – Going Public: What’s in it for me? – Advocating to Congress. American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL.Sheras, P.L., (August 22, 2002). Foundations of State-Level Legislative Advocacy, State Political Action Committees. American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL. Sheras, P. L., (July 17, 2002). Stop the Bully/Victim Cycle-School and Home Strategies, Bully Prevention Conference, Norfolk Department of Public Health, Norfolk Public Schools and Portsmouth Public Schools, Portsmouth ,VA.Sheras, P.L. & Koch-Sheras, P.K., (June 8, 2002) Understanding Couple Communities, 8th Annual Couples Coaching Couples convention, Winter Park, CO.Sheras, P. L. (May 16, 2002) Bullying. at Meet the Authors Series, Scarsdale Public Library, Scarsdale, NY.Sheras, P.L.(March 4, 2002) Understanding Political Giving at American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D. C. (with Pfeiffer, S. and Klein, N.)Newbould, P. & Sheras, P. L. (March 3, 2002) Political Issues Briefing, American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D. C. Sheras, P. L. (August 27, 2001) State Legislation Addressing Prescriptive Authority for Psychologists. American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.Sheras, P. L. (August 27, 2001) State Political Action Committees. American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.Sheras, P. L. (March 7, 2002) Bullying. Merriwether Lewis Elementary School PTO, Albemarle County, VA.Sheras, P.L, (February 26-27, 2002) The Allegheny Rountable: The Future of Mental Health Services to Children, Hot Springs, WV - PanelistSheras, P. L. (February 21, 2002) Bullies and Victims. Henley Middle School, Albemarle County, VA.Sheras, P. L (February 2, 2002) Managing Emotions and Taking Care of Yourself. Teaching in the Aftermath, Alexandria, VA Schools.Sheras, P. L. (February 1, 2002) Traumatic Loss and Grief: What Teachers Should Know and Do. Teaching in the Aftermath. Alexandria, VA Schools.Federman, R, and Sheras, P.L. (January 18, 2002) Critical Incident Stress Management Training. University of Virginia Counseling Center.Sheras, P. L. (November 27, 2001) Take the Bully by the Horns. Charlottesville Family/ Community Partners and PREP. Charlottesville, VA.Cornell, D. G. and Sheras, P. L. (November 16, 2001) Bullying. Burley Middle School, Charlottesville, VA.Sheras, P. L. (October 10, 2001) Assessing Threat and School Violence. Albemarle School Staff Development, Albemarle County , VA.Cornell, D. G. and Sheras, P. L (October 3, September 26 & 27, 2001)) Threat Assessment Training for Principals in Charlottesville and Albemarle County, VA.Sheras, P.L, (February 26-27, 2002) The Allegheny Rountable: The Future of Mental Health Services to Children, Hot Springs, WV - PanelistSheras, P. L. (August 7, 2001) Identifying Adolescent Risk Behaviors. Virginia School Resource Officers Training, Salem, VA."Couple as Source" (July 15, 2001) Annual Convention of Couples Coaching Couples, Seattle, WA (with P. Koch-Sheras)"Current Research in School Violence" (June 28, 2001) Fourth Annual Summer Leadership Institute for Assistant Principals, University of Virginia“The Anatomy of a Medical Marriage” (May 22, 2001) Lewis Gale Medical Foundation, Lew Gale Clinic, Salem, VA. “Suicide in Adolescents” (April 24, 2001) Compassionate Friends, Charlottesville, VA. “Dreaming Relationships” (March 23, 2001) Virginia Festival of the Book, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras) Issues briefing (March 11, 2001) American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference. Washington, DC (with D. Walter) “Children, Sex and the Media” (March 1, 2001) Thomas Jefferson Church, Charlottesville, VA (withR. Welker) “Understanding At Risk Youth: Focus on Prevention” (October 19, 2000) Charlottesville/Albemarle Commission on Children and Families.“Violence and Teen Culture” (October 16, 2000) The Second Teen Culture Conference, University of Virginia Medical School, Charlottesville, VA.“Identifying Elementary Children at Risk for Depression” (October 9, 2000) Charlottesville City Schools Professional Development Conference, Charlottesville, VA.“Working with Depressed Elementary-age Students” (October 9, 2000) Charlottesville City Schools Professional Development Conference, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescent Suicide” (September 6, 2000) Grand Rounds, Western State Hospital, Staunton, VA.“Warning Signs of Youth Violence” (August 9, 2000) Annual meeting of the You’ve Got a Friend Foundation, Charlottesville, VA. “Images of Psychology in the 1950s” (August 7, 2000) Session Chair, American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, DC. “Using the Media to Promote Positive Images of Couples” (August 5, 2000) American Psychological Convention, Washington, DC (with P. Koch-Sheras) “Central Issues for State Advocates” (August 5, 2000) American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, DC. “State Advocacy—Key Legislative Issues for 2000 and Beyond” (August 5, 2000) American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, DC. “Using Data to Make a Difference–Youth Violence” (July 23, 2000) National Forum on Educational Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC. “Parents and Teenage Students: Helping Them Cope” (July 15, 2000) 23rd Annual Colloquium, International School Psychology Association, Durham, NH. “School Violence: Causes, Warning Signs and School Responses” (July 14, 2000) Virginia School Boards Association Regional Meeting, East Coast, Williamsburg, VA. “Crisis Response in Schools” (June 21, 2000) Virginia Associate Principals Conference, Charlottesville, VA. “Adolescents’ Transition to Middle School” (June 8, 2000) Stoney Point, Charlottesville, VA. “The Problem of Violence in Our Youth” (May 12, 2000) Inaugural Session of Leadership Charlottesville Networking Initiative, Charlottesville, VA “Continuing Issues in School Violence: What has Happened in the Year since Colombine?” (March 24, 2000) Curry School of Education, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Violence in Schools” (March 21, 2000) Keynote Address, Virginia School Boards Association’s Regional Forum, Charlottesville, VA.“Teen Depression: How to respond?” (March 21, 2000) The Tandem Friends School, Charlottesville, VA. Government relations issues briefing (March 12, 2000) American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. (with P. Newbould)“Training the Trainers: Best Practices in Grassroots Advocacy” (March 13, 2000) American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, D.C. “Student Violence in Schools” (February 11-May 5, 2000) Course taught for U.S. Department of Education, University of Virginia School of Continuing and Professional Education, Washington, D. C.“Safety and Security” (January 21, 2000) Virginia Association of Independent Schools, Legal Issues, Prudent Practices, Williamsburg, VA.“Crisis Management” (January 21, 2000) Virginia Association of Independent Schools, Legal Issues, Prudent Practices, Williamsburg, VA.“Parenting Your Teenager” (January 20, 2000) State Farm Insurance Regional Center.“School Violence: Causes, Warning Signs, and School Responses” (November 18, 1999) Virginia School Board Association Annual Convention, Williamsburg, VA.“The Causes of Youth Violence” (November 12, 1999) Private Schools: Successes and challenges in the next century, Virginia Council for Private Education, Richmond, VA.“Youth Violence and Warning Signs” (November 12, 1999) Private Schools: Successes and challenges in the next century, Virginia Council for Private Education, Richmond, VA.“Preparing for Pre-teens” (November 9, 1999) Stone Robinson School PTO, Shadwell, VA.“Assessing Suicide” (November 8, 1999) Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Youth Violence: What Can Schools Do?” (November 3, 1999) Curry Forum on Educational Issues, University of Virginia Curry School of Education, Charlottesville, VA (with D. Cornell)“Media Violence and Its Effect on Children: What We Can Do” (October 31, 1999) St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Charlottesville, VA.“Media Violence and Its Effect on Children: What is Possible?” (October 24, 1999) St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Charlottesville, VA.“Who Owns Psychology?” (October 22, 1999) Discussant, Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Richmond, VA.“Media Violence and Children: Where Is It?” (October 17, 1999) St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Charlottesville, VA.“Media Violence and Children: What is the Problem?” (October 10, 1999) St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Charlottesville, VA.“Youth Violence and Law Enforcement: What Works” (September 15, 1999) Briefing to U.S. House of Representatives Bipartisan Task Force on Youth Violence, Law Enforcement Working Group, United States Congress, Washington D.C“Advocating for Federal Funds through Your University” (August 22, 1999) American Psychological Association Convention, Boston, MA.“Depression and Suicide Among Incarcerated Adolescents” (July 15, 1999) Juvenile Justice Symposium, Institute of Law, Psychiatry and Public Policy, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Youth Violence and Schools” (July 5, 1999) The Virginia School – University Partnership, Charlottesville, VA.“Depression and Suicide in Adolescent Offenders “(June 24, 1999) Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Juvenile Offenders. Institute for Law, Psychiatry, and Public Policy, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Preventing School Violence: Transforming Ourselves, Transforming our Schools” (May 27, 1999) Student Forum Presenter, Albemarle County Schools, Charlottesville, VA.“Warning Signs and School Response” (May 18, 1999) Briefing on Violence in Schools, the Virginia School–University Partnership and the Virginia Youth Violence Project, Charlottesville, VA.“The Adolescent Years” (May 13, 1999) Parent Night at Stony Point School, Charlottesville, VA.“Surviving Your Child’s Adolescence” (May 6, 1999) Hollymead School Parent Night, Charlottesville, VA.“Understanding Youth Violence” (April 28, 1999) Congressional Briefing, United States Congress, Congressman Bobby Scott (D-Va), Washington, D.C. (with D. Cornell)“Preventing Violence, Creating Peace: Prevention Strategies in Youth Violence” (March 24, 1999) Jefferson Counselors Association, Charlottesville, VA.“Preventing Youth Violence in Schools and Communities” (March 23, 1999) 21st Crime Prevention Conference, Virginia Crime Prevention Association, Charlottesville, VA.“Youth Violence and Safe Schools” (February 27, 1999) Curry Forum on Educational Issues, Lynchburg, VA.“Violence in Schools” (February 11, 1999) University of Virginia Health System, Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds, Charlottesville, VA.“The Aftermath of Teen Suicide” (February 10, 1999) Focus Women’s Center, Charlottesville, VA.“What Professionals Need to Know about Youth Violence” (December 4, 1998) Charter Behavioral Health System, Charlottesville, VA.“Understanding Relationships” (November 19, 1998) Western Albemarle High School Psychology Seminar, Crozet, VA.“Dream Sharing” (November 14, 1998) Borders Book Store, Richmond, VA.“Effective Crisis Management: Leadership and Policy” (November 12, 1998) Crisis Management in the Schools Conference, Virginia Commonwealth University Center for School Community Collaboration and the Virginia Department of Education, Roanoke, VA.“Parenting Middle Schoolers” (November 11, 1998) Buford Middle School PTO. Charlottesville, VA. “Violence in Elementary Schools: Warning Signs” (November 11, 1998) Virginia Association of Elementary School Principals, Hot Springs, VA.“Effective Crisis Management: Leadership and Policy” (November 10, 1998) Norfolk, VA.“Ten Years Together: Successes and Challenges of the First Decade of VPA’s Academy Structure” (November 6, 1998) Panelist and Presenter, Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Richmond, VA.“Marketing Cool to Kids with Thomas Frank” (October 30, 1998) Curry School of Education Forum on Media Literacy, Panelist, The Virginia Film Festival, Charlottesville, VA.“Today’s Youth: Risk and Responsibility” (October 22, 1998) Panelist, University of Virginia Women’s Center, Nobel Peace Laureates Conference and Amnesty Interaction, Charlottesville, VA.“Effective Crisis Management: Leadership and Policy” (October 22, 1998) Crisis Management in the Schools, Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia Department of Education, Fredericksburg,VA. “Effective Crisis Management: Leadership and Policy” (October 13, 1998) Crisis Management in the Schools, Virginia Commonwealth University and Virginia Department of Education, Richmond, VA. “Youth Violence and Safe Schools” (October 10, 1998) Curry Forum on Educational Issues, Hanover, VA.“The Problem of Youth Violence: Research and Intervention” (October 2, 1998) Roanoke Valley Graduate Center, First Friday Research Forum, Roanoke, VA.“Depression in Adolescence” (September 16, 1998) Oakland School, Boyd Tavern, VA.“Advocacy—A United Front for the Future of Psychology: Legislative Process and Elements of Lobbying” (August 17, 1998) American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.“Non-traditional Outcomes: Psychologists Who Chose to Leave Clinical Practice” (August 17, 1998) Discussant, American Psychologist Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.“Advising Parents with Difficult Children and Adolescents: Managing Stress and Negative Behaviors” (August 14, 1998) American Psychological Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.“Stressbusters” (July 23, 1998) Montague, Miller, & Co., Charlottesville, VA.“Violence in Schools” (July 22, 1998) Blue Ridge Mountain Rotary Club, Charlottesville, VA.“Conflict and Mediation” (July 20-21, 1998) Presentation at Reaching the At-risk Student, University of Virginia Department of Continuing Education Conference, Charlottesville, VA.“Discipline in Elementary School” (March 17, 1998) Venable School, Charlottesville, VA.“Practice Innovations” (February 6, 1998) American Psychological Association Midwinter Meeting, La Jolla, CA.“What Makes Humor Healing?” (February 6, 1998) American Psychological Association Midwinter Meeting, LaJolla, CA.“Living with Your Adolescent” (November 12, 1997) Buford Middle School, Charlottesville, VA (with A. Thomas, M. Raspberry and L. Robinson). “The Secrets of Couple Power” (November 6, 1997) Creative and Healing Arts Institute, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras)“Co-creating Couples” (October 24, 1997) Ligmincha Institute Conference on East/West Therapies, Afton, VA.“Violence in the Media” (November 2, 1997) Panel: Virginia Film Festival (with D. Cornell, G. Gerbner and M. Moore), Charlottesville, VA. “The Reliability and Validity of the Stress Index for Parents of Adolescents (SIPA) Version 2.2” (August 18, 1997) Poster presented with E. Bennett and R. Abidin, American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL.“Racism on Campus” (August 17, 1997) Film Program Panel Moderator, American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL.“Couples’ Journaling” (August 17, 1997) Division 42 Suite Presentation (with P. Koch-Sheras), American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL.“Expanded Practice” (August 16, 1997) Division 42 Panel Co-Facilitator (with M. Murphy), American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL.“Violence Prevention and Public Policy” (August 15, 1997) Division 42 Suite Presentation. American Psychological Association Convention, Chicago, IL.“Social Foundations of School Violence” (July 14, 1997) University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Falls Church, VA.“Adolescent Suicide” (July 3 1997) Albemarle High School, Charlottesville, VA.“School Violence” (June 7, 1997) Emerging Issues in the Profession of Teaching, University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Lynchburg, VA.“Response to Crisis and Violence in Schools” (May 24, 1997) Virginia School–University Partnership.“Suicide, Bullying and Violent Acts in School” (April 25, 1997) Virginia Youth Violence Project, Petersburg, VA.“Being Prepared for Crisis” (April 16, 1997) Keynote presentation, Virginia Commonwealth University Seminar, “Crisis Management in Schools,” Virginia Department of Education, Abingdon, VA.“Crisis Planning and Response in Schools” (April 11, 1997) Virginia Youth Violence Project, Petersburg, VA.“Federal Advocacy Update” (April 7, 1997) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Roanoke, VA.“Research Supporting Public Policy: The Case of Youth Violence Prevention Initiatives” (March 22, 1997) American Psychological Association Midwinter Meeting, St. Petersburg, FL.“Living with the Gifted Adolescent” (February 24, 1997) Guiding Gifted Children, Charlottesville, VA.“Couples and Dreams” (December 16, 1996) Hadassah of Charlottesville (with P. Koch-Sheras). “Preplanning for a Crisis” (November 5, 1996) Charlottesville City Schools Professional Development Conference, Charlottesville, VA (with K. Bodkin). “What Do Teachers Say to Kids Immediately after a Crisis?” (November 5, 1996) Charlottesville City Schools Professional Development Conference, Charlottesville, VA (with J. Morris and F. Morse). “Grief and Forgiveness: Death in Families” (October 29, 1996) Compassionate Friends, Charlottesville, VA.“Pressing Legislative Issues 1997 and Beyond” (October 20, 1996) Tennessee Psychological Association Convention, Gatlinburg, TN (with M. C. Burger and M. Floyd). “Understanding Suicide” (October 14, 1996) Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA. “Psychologists and the Federal Legislative Agenda” (October 4, 1996) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Williamsburg, VA.“Interviewing Adolescents” (September 16, 1996) Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA. “Recognizing Substance Abuse in High School Students” (August 22, 1996) Panel, Albemarle High School, Charlottesville, VA.“Challenging Stereotypes in Print, Film, TV, and Radio: Images of Violence” (August 11, 1996) American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada.“Youth Violence” (June 7, 1996) University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Norfolk, VA.“Educating the Public on the Role of Psychology” (May 13, 1996) Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Psychologists are from Mars, Politicians are from Pluto” (April 12, 1996) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Williamsburg, VA.“Addressing Youth Violence: Psychologist Work with the Community” (March 30, 1996) American Psychological Association Midwinter Meeting, Scottsdale, AZ. “Adolescents in the Museum: Handling Behavior Problems” (March 12, 1996) Virginia Docent Exchange, Charlottesville, VA.“The Virginia Youth Violence Project” (October 23, 1995) National Violence Prevention Conference, Workplace Violence Section, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and The University of Iowa Injury Prevention Research Center, Des Moines, IA.“Making the Political Process Work for Psychology: Advocacy Training for New and Experienced Psychologists” (October 12, 1995) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Richmond, VA.“Attachment and Social Problem Solving in Juvenile Delinquents” (August 11, 1995) American Psychological Association Convention, New York, NY (with S. Mathew, L. Rutemiller, A. Sheldon-Keller, D. Cornell and Randolph Canterbury). “Pathways of Adolescent Suicidal Behavior” (August 11, 1995) American Psychological Association Convention, New York, NY (with J. Munzer, A. Sheldon-Keller, M. West and K. Adam). “Federal Advocacy Training” (August 10, 1995) American Psychological Association of Graduate Students, American Psychological Association Convention, New York, NY.“Youth Violence” (August 9, 1995) Virginia Youth Violence Project, University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Keyesville, VA.“Beyond Internship: The Future of Careers in Clinical Psychology” (August 2, 1995) Veterans Administration Medical Center, Menlo Park, CA.“Couple Power” (August 1, 1995) HealthQuest at Exxon Corporation. San Francisco, CA.“Co-creating Couples Therapy” (July 31, 1995) Family Unit, Veterans Administration Medical Center, Palo Alto, CA.“Youth Violence” (June 21, 1995) Virginia Youth Violence Project, University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Norfolk, VA.“Youth Violence” (May 20, 1995) Masters class, University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Roanoke, VA.“Parenting Stress” (April 24, 1995) Parents in Touch, Charlottesville, VA.“The Needs of the Middle School Child” (April 1, 1995) Middle School Conference, Richmond Public Schools, Richmond, VA.“The Virginia Youth Violence Project” (March 30, 1995) National Conference on Violence in the Schools: Causes, Prevention, and Crisis Management, Arlington, VA.“Federal Advocacy Training for State Leaders” (March 5, 1995) American Psychological Association State Leadership Conference, Washington, DC. (with S. Beyer). “Developmental Issues for 6th Graders” (February 21, 1995) Saint Anne’s-Belfield School, Charlottesville, VA.“Preventing Youth Violence” (February 1, 1995) University of Virginia Division of Continuing Education, Hampton Roads Center, Virginia Beach, VA.“Safe Communities, Safe Schools: A Forum on Youth Violence” (November 17, 1994) Presenter and panelist, Prince William County Schools, Fredericksburg, VA.“Media Workshops for Psychologists” (October 7, 1994) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Richmond, VA (with A.D. Entin, P. Koch-Sheras and L.A. Perrott). “How to Promote and Support the Private Sector's Participation in Preventing Disabling Conditions: Schools” (September 12, 1994) Panelist, American Disability Prevention and Wellness Association Conference, Washington, D.C.“Psychoanalysis under National Health Care Plans: International Perspectives” (August 15, 1994) Moderator/discussant, American Psychological Association Convention, Los Angeles, CA.“The Head Smart Schools Project—Creating a K-5 Head Injury Prevention Program” (August 1994) Poster, American Psychological Association Convention, Los Angeles, CA (with C. Sowa and K. Harbers).“Crisis Management and Aggression in Schools” (July 26, 1994) Institute on Youth Aggression, Division of Continuing Education, University of Virginia, Roanoke, VA.“Crisis Management and Aggression in Schools” (July 19, 1994) Institute on Youth Aggression: Division of Continuing Education, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Crisis Management and Aggression in Schools” (July 12, 1994) Institute on Youth Aggression, Division of Continuing Education, University of Virginia, Alexandria, VA.“Crisis Management and Aggression in Schools” (June 28, 1994) Institute on Youth Aggression, Division of Continuing Education, University of Virginia, Richmond, VA.“Crisis Management and Aggression in Schools” (June 21, 1994) Institute on Youth Aggression, Division of Continuing Education, University of Virginia, Virginia Beach, VA.“Federal Advocacy” (April 1, 1994) Invited address, Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists meeting, Charlottesville, VA.“The Psychology of Youth Aggression” (March 24-25, 1994) Presentation as part of week-long course, University of Virginia, Richmond Center, Richmond, VA.“Empowering Teachers” (March 1994) Address to Phi Delta Kappa, University of Virginia Chapter, Charlottesville, VA.Character development: The role of parents, children and the school in effective communication (December, 1993) Saint Anne's-Belfield School, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescent development and learning: Considerations in planning high school restructuring efforts” (November 1993) From High School Restructuring To College Admissions: A Dialogue Begins, Virginia Department of Education, Charlottesville, VA.“Violence in the Schools: Focus for Psychological Services” (October 1993) Virginia Academy of School Psychologists Convention, Richmond, VA.“School Crisis Network” (July 1993) Charlottesville Public Schools Administrators Workshop Program, Charlottesville, VA.“School Violence” (February 1993) Meriwether Lewis Elementary School Parent Teachers Organization, Charlottesville, VA.“Brief Psychotherapy” (February 1993) Psychology Service, Department of Behavioral Medicine Grand Rounds, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Violence in the schools” (October 1992) Virginia School/University Partnership, Charlottesville, VA.“Treating Adolescents and Their Families” (December 1992) Rehabilitation Institute of Sarasota, Sarasota, FL. “Working with Couples” (October 1992) Virginia Psychological Association Convention, Richmond, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras). “Assessing Suicidality” (May 1992) Grand Rounds, Kluge Children's Rehabilitation Center, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Violence in the Schools” (March 1992) Jack Jouett Middle School, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescent Development” (March 1992) Albemarle High School Teacher Cadets, Charlottesville, VA.“Brief Therapy in the 90s” (February 1992) Special Topics presentation, Center for Clinical Psychology Services, University of Virginia.“Humor and Your Mental Health” (February 1992) Thomas Jefferson Lodge of B'nai B'rith, Charlottesville, VA.“Couples” (February 1992) Behavioral Health Center, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras). “Brief Therapy” (November 1991) University of Virginia Counseling Center, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescent Development” (October 1991) Family Service, Inc., Parent Education Month Seminar, Charlottesville, VA.Laughing at Life: Therapeutic Uses of Humor to Alleviate Stress” (October 1991) Jefferson Area Board for the Aging, Charlottesville, VA.“Handling Suicide, grief, and Loss within the Classroom” (July 1991) Values in Education Institute, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Dreams and the Couple: Natural Partners” (June 1991) Eighth Annual International Conference of the Association for the Study of Dreams, Charlottesville, VA (with P. Koch-Sheras). “Sex Therapy with Male Dysfunction” (November 1990) Behavior Medicine Center Case Conference, University of Virginia School of Medicine.“Establishing and Running a Community-based School Crisis Network” (August 1990) American Psychological Association Convention, Boston, MA.“Handling Suicide, Grief and Loss within the Classroom” (August 1990) Values in Education Institute, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Safe Schools” (August 1990) Safe Schools Conference, Albemarle County Schools, Charlottesville, VA.“External Crisis Intervention Team” (July 1990) Safe Schools Conference, Albemarle County Schools, Charlottesville, VA (with K. Bodkin, J. Morris and F. Morse). School Crisis Network: The Response of the Professional Community” (March 1990) National Association of Social Workers, Virginia Chapter Meeting, Charlottesville, VA (with K. Bodkin, J. Morris and F. Morse). “Crisis Intervention in the Schools” (October 1989) Virginia Psychological Association Convention (with N. Cornell.“The Role of the School in Children's Mental Health” (October 1989) Panel at conference sponsored by ADAMHA, Treatment of Adolescents with Alcohol, Drug Abuse and Mental Health Problems, Washington, D.C. “Adolescent Stress, Depression and Suicide” (September 1989) Health Horizons Seminar, E. L. DuPont and Company.“Valuing Life: Suicide, Grief and Loss” (August 1989) Values in Education Institute, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA. “Suicide in Adolescence” (April 1989) Central Virginia Association of School Psychologists.A School Crisis Network: A School and Mental Health Cooperative Effort” (March 1989) National Association of School Psychologists, Boston, MA (with N. Cornell).“Adolescent social relationships” (March 1989) St. Anne's-Belfield Parents' Night, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescent Suicide” (March 1989) Walker School PTO, Charlottesville, VA.“Suicide in Adolescence” (October 1988) Behavioral Medicine Seminar, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescent Suicide” (October 1988) Phi Delta Kappa Chapter, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.“Fathering Adolescent Children: My Father, Myself, My Child” (September 1988) Family Services, Inc., Charlottesville, VA.“Suicide in the Middle School” (August 1988) Albemarle County Public Schools, Middle School Conference, Charlottesville, VA.“An Experimental Five-state Coalition: The MAPS Society” (1988) Panel, American Psychological Association Convention, Atlanta, GA.“Development of an Instrument to Measure Stress in Parents of Adolescents” (1988) Poster presented with M. Newlin, American Psychological Association Convention, Atlanta, GA.“Adolescence: The Turbulent Years” (October 1987) Third annual seminar presented by Virginia Baptist Hospital, Lynchburg, VA.“Adolescent Parenting Stress” (August 1985) Poster, American Psychological Association Convention.“Adolescent Depression and Suicide” (November 1984) Paper, Virginia Psychological Association Fall Convention, Lynchburg, VA.Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention Workshop” (October 1984) Panel, Prevention Council, Charlottesville, VA.“Adolescence, Context and Development” (September 1982) Paper, Conference on Programming for the Developmental Needs of Adolescents with Behavior Disorders, Minneapolis, MN.“Suicide in Adolescence” (December 1981) Paper, Virginia Division of Children Conference.“Residential Treatment of Children” (Spring 1981) Panel, American Orthopsychiatric Association Convention, New York, NY.“The Effect of Prior Experience and Education upon Conformity” (revised; 1978) Paper, Eastern Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C.“Paradox as an Intervention Strategy with Emotionally Disturbed Adolescents” (1978) Paper, American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada (with S.R. Jackson).“Using Family Reconstruction Techniques with Families in Therapy” (1978) Paper, American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto, Canada.“Adolescents on Adolescence” (1977) Paper, Eastern Psychological Association Convention, Boston, MA.“Teaching Family Focus to Non-mental Health Professionals” (1977) Paper, American Psychological Association and APA Convention, San Francisco, CA.The Effect of Prior Experience and Education upon Conformity” (1973) Doctoral dissertation, Princeton University.“On the Irreversibility of Cognitive Dissonance” (1973) Paper, American Psychological Association Convention, Montreal, Canada (with J. Cooper and M. Zanna). Other Media: Selected Programs, Quotes, InterviewsPrintThe APA MonitorThe Atlanta ConstitutionBaltimore SunCharlottesville Daily ProgressCharlottesville ObserverThe Chicago Tribune (AP)C-ville WeeklyEugene (OR) Record-GuardFredericksburg Freelance StarGannett News ServiceHarrisonburg Patriot NewsHartford CurrentJonesboro (AR) SunLos Angeles TimesNashville TennesseanThe New York TimesNew York NewsdayNewport News Daily PressPhiladelphia EnquirerPortland OregonianRichmond-Times DispatchSpringfield (VA) Potomac NewsThe Wall Street JournalThe Washington Post and The Washington Post Sunday MagazineThe Washington TimesTulsa WorldUSA TodayVirginian Pilot (Norfolk)Periodicals/MagazinesCurry Alumni MagazineEducation DailyEducation WeekFirst for WomenHealthLA ParentMademoiselleModern BrideMen’s HealthNewsweekParentingParentsPsychology TodayRedbookSesame Street ParentsTechniquesTimeWashingtonianWeight WatchersWomen’s DayWomen’s WorldU.S. News10 to 18 MagazineTelevisionFox and Friends – Fox NewsCBC (Canadian Broadcast Company)Lou Dobbs - CNNThe O’Riley Factor – Fox NewsCharlottesville Cable Access: “Couple Power Half Hour” (January 1993-February 1994)CBS: “Up to the Minute”—Youth ViolenceNBC: “Nightly News”—Student ShootingsCNN NewsNorthern Virginia Cable TV: School ViolenceOdyssey Network: Spiritual Homepage, Psychological Commentators, 14 shows (with P. Koch-Sheras)University of Virginia Satellite Course: Youth Violence (with D. Cornell)WETA (PBS) Washington, D.C.: “In the Prime” (Episode 121, Time for Sex)WVIR (NBC) Charlottesville, VA: Suicide, Child Development, Holiday Blues, Teen Pregnancy, Stress, Guns in School, etc.WWBT (NBC) Richmond, VA: Youth SuicideWWBT (NBC) Richmond, VA: Couples (with P. Koch-Sheras)Fox News Channel: School ShootingsCNBC: School ViolenceCNN: School ViolenceWTVT (Fox Channel 13), Tampa, FL: “Couple Visions”WRIC (ABC), Richmond, VA: “The Monica Lewinsky Interview”RadioWMRA FM (NPR) Guest and Guest HostThe O’Riley Radio Factor (Fox News Radio)WINA, Charlottesville, VA:“Charlottesville Live” (12 show segments per year on couples, with P. Koch-Sheras)WINA: “Charlottesville Live”—Raising Caring ChildrenWINA: “Health Talk”—Teenage Mental HealthWINA, “Lee Fielding Show”—Holiday DepressionWNRN, Charlottesville, VA—“Speak Out”WRVA, Richmond, VA: “Living Successfully”WUMX, Charlottesville, VA: “Youth Violence”WUMX, Charlottesville, VA: “Parenting Your Teenager”WAXE AM 1370 - Ft. Pierce, FL – “Couples”WSOM, Youngstown, OH: “Dreams and Relationships”KCOL, Ft. Collins, CO: “Your Relationship” (with P. Koch-Sheras)KBVI - Boulder, CO: “Couples and Dreams” (with P. Koch-Sheras)Virginia Public Radio (statewide), With Good Reason: “Dreams and Couples” (with P. Koch-Sheras)On , Children at Reviewer:PsychcritiquesJournal Reviews, Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, American Psychologist, Current Directions in Psychological Science, Professional Psychology: Research and Practice.Grants reviewer, Office of Treatment Improvement, ADAMHA, United States Department of Health and Human Services.Allyn & Bacon Publishers, Harcourt Brace-Jovanovich.APA, Division 37—Paper Review (1995, 1996)APA, Divisions 29, 42, and 43—Midwinter Meeting (1995, 1996)Editor, APA Division 42—Consumer WebsiteCURRENT ACTIVITIESCurrent Areas of Clinical Interest:Couple and marital therapyBrief therapy with adolescents and childrenParenting stress and adolescent developmentAdolescent suicideDoctoral training in clinical psychologyCrisis networks in schools and communitiesFamily process and therapyStress prevention in school-age children and adolescentsClinical social psychologyTraining teachers about mental healthManagement of school violenceNarrative therapiesSex therapyTheory and practice of clinical psychology with adolescents and adultsStress managementClinical applications of mediaMedia PsychologyOrganizations and Affiliations: American Academy of Clinical SexologistsAmerican Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (Clinical Member)American Psychological Association, Member (Divs. 1,8,9,12,16,29, 32,37, 43,46, 52, 53)American Psychological Association Fellow (Divs. 31, 42, 46) Association for the Advancement of PsychologyAssociation of Practicing PsychologistsCentral Virginia Academy of Clinical PsychologistsNational Association of School PsychologistsNational Academies of PracticePhi Delta Kappa Task Force on Youth Suicide (1987-1989)Virginia Psychological Association (past president, 1987)Virginia Psychological Foundation (vice president, 1992-1993; president, 1993-2002)Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists, FellowLicensure and Registry:Clinical Psychologist (State of Virginia License #081000722)National Register of Health Service Providers in PsychologyAmerican Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (Clinical Member) American Board of Sexology, DiplomateAmerican Academy of Clinical Sexologists, FellowWho's Who in the South and SouthwestDiplomate in Clinical Psychology: American Board of Professional Psychology (Clin)Academy of Clinical PsychologyCertificate of Professional Qualification (ASPPB)National Academies of Practice )Psychology Academy)Service to the Profession:American Psychological Association, Board of Directors, Member-At-Large (2017-2019)American Psychological Association Board of Educational Affairs (2015-2017, Chair 2017)BEA liaison to APA Convention Program GroupBEA Liaison to APA Commission on AccreditationBEA Liaison to APA Committee for the Advancement of Professional PracticeBEA Liaison to APA Board of Professional AffairsAmerican Psychological Association, Committee for the Advancement of Professional Practice (CAPP) Chair, 2012-2013, Member,2008-2013.American Psychological Association Council of Representatives Caucus of State, Provincial, and Territorial Representatives, Member at Large- (2004-2009, 2015-2017).American Psychological Association Zero Tolerance Task Force (2005 – 2006)American Psychological Association Board of Professional Affairs (2005-2007)American Psychological Association Coalition for Psychology in Schools and Education (ICPSE) (2007-)Chair, Legislative Committee, Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists (2005 -2007 )President, American Psychological Association, Division of Media Psychology (Division 46) 2005President, American Psychological Association, Division of State, Provincial and Territorial Affairs (Division 31) 2002American Psychological Association Council of Representatives (2002-2008, 2015-2017)NEA/SAMHSA Teacher Violence Initiative 2000Chair, American Psychological Association Committee of State Leaders (1998-99)Consultant to American Psychological Association Task Force on Training: Challenges of a Changing Workplace/Marketplace (1997)APA Division 42, Publication Board (1997-99)Field Consultant, American Psychological Association (1994-present)Chair, Virginia Psychologists for Legislative Action (V-PLAN) (1995-96, 2001 – 2006)Program Chair, 27th Annual Midwinter Meeting of American Psychological AssociationPresident, Virginia Psychological Association (1987)President, Virginia Psychological Foundation (1995- 2003)Invited Examiner, Virginia Board of PsychologyContributor to written examinations for Virginia Board of PsychologyPaper review panel, 1983 SRCD ConferenceMembership Chair (1989-90) APA Division 31 (State Psych Associations)Membership Committee (1991-93) APA Division 42 (Independent Practice)Member, Ethics Committee, Virginia Academy of Academic PsychologistsLegislative Committee, Virginia Academy of Clinical PsychologistsFederal Advocacy Coordinator, Virginia Psychology Association (1986-97)Representative, Central Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists to Clinical Psychology Day with Legislators, Richmond, VA (1989-98)Program review, American Psychological Association. Conventions: Division of Child, Youth, and Family Services (Div. 37), Division of Independent Practice (42)Co-chair, Curry School of Education Task Force on Gender, Racial and Ethnic Discrimination.Virginia State Department of Education, Member, University Consortium Adolescent Research TeamAPA Division 42 Chair, Education and Training Committee, Monitor, APA Board of Professional AffairsAPA Division 46 Federal Advocacy Coordinator (1998-2003)Co-Coordinator, APA Divisions 42 and 29, Marketing Brochure Project (1997)APA Site VisitorMember at Large, APA Division 46, Board of Directors, 1999-2001Chair, APA Division 46 Ethics Committee (1998-2002)Inaugural Chair, APA Division 31, Section for State and Provincial Legislative Advocacy (1999)Expert Panel, National Association of School Psychologists and U.S. Department of Education, Warning Signs for Youth ViolenceAPA/MTV Joint Project of Youth Violence (Consultant)Expert Panel, American Institute of Research, Warning Signs Toolkit – USDOE, USDOJ, USDHHSService to the Community:Member Charlottesville/Albemarle Mental Health Emergency Planning CommitteeBoard of Directors, Leadership Charlottesville Alumni Association (2000-2005)Program Chair, Leadership Charlottesville Alumni Association Reunion, (2004)Treasurer, Virginia Association of Community Service Boards (2002-2004)Fellow, Sorenson Institute for Political Leadership (2001)Board of Directors, Virginia Discovery Museum, Executive Committee, 1989-1995; Vice President, 1993-1995Leadership Charlottesville, 1999The Education Network, Board of Directors, 1990-1994; President, 1993-1994.Board of Directors, Region Ten Community Services Board (Albemarle County, Virginia), 1997-2006; Vice Chair 1999-2001, Chair 2001-2003.Co-coordinator, Charlottesville-Albemarle Schools Crisis Network (1989-2005)Board of Directors, The Creative and Healing Arts Institute, Charlottesville, VA, (1989- 1995)Regional Coordinator, Joint APA Red Cross Disaster Relief Response TeamAmerican Red Cross Mental Health Service Lead, Central Virginia Chapter (2000- present)Creative and Healing Arts Institute, Vice President for the Community Health Alliance InitiativeCo-chair, "Boys to Men," Task group on violence in the community, Charlottesville, VARed Cross Air Disaster Team, Mental Health Coordinator, Central Virginia ChapterAdvisory Board, Blue Ridge Planned Parenthood, Charlottesville, VALiaison, Virginia Attorney General’s Task Force on Gangs and Youth Violence (Virginia)Honors and Awards:Elected American Psychological Association, Board of Directors, Member-At-LargeElected American Psychological Association, Chair, Board of Educational AffairsAmerican Psychological Association Presidential Citation (2015, Barry Anton, President)Appointed Co-Chair, APA Council of Representatives Leadership Work Group (2015)American Psychological Association National State Leadership Award. (2014)Elected American Psychological Association Board of Educational Affairs (2015-2017)Elected American Psychological Association, Committee for the Advancement of Professional Practice (CAPP), 2008 – 2013 (2 terms), Chair, 2012-2013Virginia Psychological Foundation “Virginia Psychological Association Joan Smallwood Service Award” (2009)American Psychological Association Division of Independent Practice (Division 42) Distinguished Public Service Award, 2005 award for book I Can’t Believe You Went Through My Stuff.”Extraordinary Service Award in Clinical Psychology. Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists (2005)Elected American Psychological Association Board of Professional Affairs (2005-2007)Citizen Legislation Award- presented by Delegate Rob Bell, Virginia General Assembly (for bullying legislation passed in 2005)President, American Psychological Association Division of Media Psychology (Division 46) 2005Elected Fellow, American Psychological Association (2002) (Fellow of Divs. 31, 42, & 46)Distinguished Practitioner, National Academy of Practice in Psychology of the National Academies of Practice (elected 2002) President, American Psychological Association Division of State and Provincial Psychological Affairs (Division 31) 2002Elected – American Psychological Association Council of Representatives three terms (2002- 2008, 2015-2017)Fellow, Sorenson Institute for Political Leadership, 2001Fellow, Academy of Clinical Psychology (2000)Elected, Board of Directors, American Psychological Division of Media Psychology (Div. 46), 2000-2002Diplomate in Clinical Psychology, American Board of Professional Psychology, 2000Chair, American Psychological Association Committee of State Leaders, 1998-99Chair, American Psychological Association State Leadership Organizing Committee, 1998Exemplary Contribution Award, APA Divisions 29 and 42, 1998Fellow, Virginia Academy of Clinical Psychologists, 1997Professional Contribution Award, Virginia Psychological Association, 1997Chair-elect, American Psychological Association State Leadership Organizing Committee, 1997-98American Psychological Association State Leadership Organizing Committee, 1996-98American Psychological Association Division 31 (State Psychological Associations) Award for Professional Contribution, 1995Karl F. Heiser Award for Advocacy - American Psychological Association, 1994American Psychological Association Practice Directorate 1993 Federal Advocacy AwardDiplomate - American Board of Sexology, 1991 ................
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