Beverly Ann Dexter, PhD - ISTSS



Beverly Ann Dexter, PhD____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________858.442.9170badexter@ NPI Number 1740251479CA License PSY 24088 - MS License 35-576HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONSActive secret security clearance – US Citizen4 Navy shipboard tours, 3 tours with US Marines, stateside and deployed to IraqMilitary life experience as single person, double active-duty couple, dependent wife & mom while active duty husband deployed, active duty sponsor of retired husband & children & deployed to combat zone (OIF) - 20 years active duty serviceKey author on USMC publication, Combat Stress: A Concept for Dealing with the Human Dimension of Urban ConflictDeveloper of Planned Dream Intervention? (rapid highly effective nightmare treatment) & author of No More Nightmares: How to Use Planned Dream Intervention? to End Nightmares (2008)Formal training in Cognitive Processing Therapy (from Dr Patty Resick), Prolonged Exposure (from Dr Edna Foa and Dr David Riggs(DCoE), Stress Inoculation Training (from Dr Donald Michenbaum), EMDRIA Certified in EMDRExtensive experience training military leaders in combat stress preventionDeveloped numerous highly successful & well received resilience & prevention training programs in varied settingLicensed Clinical Psychologist—willing to travel worldwide & to operational locationsCo-Author: The “SOFAR” Guide for Helping Children and Youth Cope with the Deployment and Return of a Parent in the National Guard and Other Reserve ComponentsAuthor: “Resilient Relationships: Winning Relationship Skills for Military Families”Featured Speaker at International Combat Stress ConferenceFounded and still Chair the Military Special Interest Group for the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (which is considered the premier trauma society world-wide), and the Military Special Interest Group for the EMDR International AssociationPERSONAL STRENGTHSDedication to service to othersConsistent high-energy team playerInnovative and creativeProven integrity and moral courageRESILIENCE & PREVENTION TRAINING PROGRAMS DEVELOPEDMental Pre-ConditioningRisk ReductionNo More NightmaresKitchen StrategyEat, Drink & Be MerryLife After CombatCall Home With Love ProjectResilient RelationshipsConquer InsomniaRelaxation HourSuicide & Violence Prevention Program – You can always apologize later…RECENT EMPLOYMENT HISTORYJan 2016 – PresentClinical Psychologist providing full range of psychology services and Lead for Behavioral Health Integration Program services for Military Health Clinic, Naval Medical Center San Diego. Provide sleep education classes for NMCSD with programs I developed: Conquer Insomnia (CBT for Insomnia comprehensive program) and No More Nightmares class. Conduct Behavioral Health Training, Consult and Liaison with other Clinics as needed, Outreach Prevention Training.Jan 2014 – Jan 2016Clinical Psychologist providing full range of psychology services (Including CBT, CPT, EMDR and Prolonged Exposure) and Lead for Behavioral Health Optimization Program services for Internal Medicine, Flight Medicine, Family Medicine Residency, and Family Health. Provide all sleep education classes for Travis AFB with programs I developed: Conquer Insomnia (CBT for Insomnia comprehensive program) and No More Nightmares class. Conduct Treatment Team Meetings with Multidisciplinary Team, meet as needed with Representatives from Command, Warrior Transition Unit or Aeromedical Transition Unit. Perform Command Directed Evaluations, Involuntary Hospitalization as needed, Psychological Assessment, Consult and Liaison with Inpatient Wards, Outreach Prevention Training with Military Commands, Liaison with Veterans’ Affairs Providers or Staff as needed, prepare Medical Evaluation Board Narrative Summaries.Dec 2012- Dec 2013Clinical Psychologist leading resilience work on the Preservation of The Force and Family contract. Employed by CACI. Conduct training and individual coaching in resilience for Special Forces Squadrons at Hurlburt Field, FL.Oct 2011 - Nov 2012 Clinical Psychologist Private Practice & pro bono work with African genocide refugees. 10 hours/week.14233 Coeur D Alene Ct, Valley Center, CAFeb 2011 - Sep 2011 Clinical PsychologistCatalyst PSI, Inc. - Deployment Health/Naval Hospital CampPendleton, CA (End of contract) Clinical Psychologist 60 hrs/weekJan 2009 - Feb 2011Clinical PsychologistScience Applications International Corp./Naval Hospital CampPendleton, CA (End of Contract) Faculty, program development, Clinical Psychologist 60 hours/weekOct 2008 - Dec 2008 Not Working.Retired from U.S. Navy. Did cross country move from VA to CA,Took vacation time, and worked on repair of new home beforestarting work with SAIC.Mar 2005 - Sep 2008U.S. Navy Clinical Psychologist-full range psychologist duties, leadership training, training on trauma, resilience, sleep disorders-60+ hrs/wkNaval Medical Center Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA Jan 2007 - Sep 2007U.S. Navy Clinical Psychologist (Deployed from NMC Portsmouth) Marine Combat Logistics Battalion Two, Al Asad Air Base, Iraq. Extensive clinical work, frequent leadership training, numerous classes on resilience, relationship preservation, and sleep disorders. 80+ hrs/wkJul 2002 - Feb 2005U.S. Navy Clinical Psychologist-full range psychologist duties, Clinic Director, extensive leadership training.Naval Hospital Twentynine Palms, Twentynine Palms, CAAug 2001 - Jul 2002U.S. Navy Clinical Psychologist -full range psychologist duties, leadership training, training on trauma, resilience, sleep disorders-60+ hrs/wkNaval Hospital Camp Pendleton, Camp Pendleton, CANov 1999 - Aug 2001U.S. Navy Clinical Psychologist USS JOHN C. STENNIS, San Diego and Persian Gulf Deployment- Extensive clinical work, frequent leadership training, numerous classes on resilience, relationship preservation, and sleep disorders. 80+ hrs/wkApr 1997 - Oct 1997U.S. Navy Clinical Psychologist (Deployed from NMC San Diego) USS CONSTELLATION, Persian Gulf Deployment- Extensive clinical work, frequent leadership training, numerous classes on resilience, relationship preservation, and sleep disorders. 80+ hrs/wkSep 1995 - Nov 1999U.S. Navy Clinical Psychologist Naval Medical Center San Diego, San Diego, California- full range psychologist duties, leadership training, training on trauma, resilience, sleep disorders-60+ hrs/wkPROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS SUMMARYNo More Nightmares Instructor’s Course – Alliance for African AssistanceThis is currently being taught in Uganda by Alliance’ Pres. & CEO 2012No More Nightmares Instructor’s Course – Intl Combat Stress Conference2011No More Nightmares – California National Guard2009Keynote Speaker - US Army Forces Commanding General’s Conference 2008Featured Speaker – SE Psychological Association Conference2008Workshop Leader – Virginia is for Heroes Conference Fort Monroe2008Keynote Speaker – Washington State Psychological Assoc, Conference2008Featured Speaker - US Army Europe Regional Med Command Germany2008Call Home With Love Project - Iraq 2007Posttraumatic Stress Injury: Think Outside the Diagnosis2007 Military 101 & 102: Therapy with Military & Families in Time of War2007Combat Stress Reactions & Posttraumatic Stress2006Mental Pre-Conditioning – 7th Marines Regiment2004EDUCATION & OTHER TRAINING SUMMARYPhD Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology, San DiegoInternational Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Annual Conference-yearlyEye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing EMDRIA Conferences-300+ hrs trainingTrauma in Our Time, Presented by Dr. Donald Meichenbaum, 2003 San Diego, CACognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD, Presented by Dr Patty Resick 2008 Langley AFBProlonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD, Presented by Dr David Riggs 2008, VirginiaWaking the Tiger: Healing Trauma, Presented by Dr. Peter Levine, 2001 Los Angeles, CABrainspotting Part I & II, Presented by Dr David Grand, 2008 San Diego, CAMILITARY AWARDSMeritorious Service MedalArmy Commendation MedalTwo Navy Commendation MedalsTwo Navy Achievement MedalsOperation Iraqi Freedom Campaign Medal with Marine Corps DeviceBOOKS AND Training ManualsNo More Nightmares Instructor’s Guide 2010Resilient Relationships: Winning Relationship Skills for Military Families 2010No More Nightmares: How to Use Planned Dream Intervention to End Nightmares 2008The “So Far” Guide for Helping Children & Youth Cope with the Deployment of a Parent in the Military Reserves 2008Combat Stress: A Concept for Dealing with the Human Dimension of Urban Conflict 2007Working with Individuals Recently Injured in Combat 2007Kitchen Strategy for Families of Returning Vets 2007 ADDITIONAL LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONSCertified Internal Behavioral Health Consultant 2014 - ActiveMississippi Board of Psychology – Licensed Psychologist 1996 – ActiveCalifornia Board of Psychology – Licensed Psychologist 2011 - ActiveAPA-CPP Substance Use Disorders, Awarded by APA College of Prof Psychology 2000Board Cert Expert in Traumatic Stress, Am Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress 2003 Fellow 2004Certified Group Leader—Keeping Love Alive, Awarded by Michele Weiner-Davis 2006EMDRIA Certified in EMDR 1999Education1996Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Arts California School of Professional PsychologySan Diego, CAMajor:Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology EmphasisDissertation Topic: Locus of control, dysfunctional attitudes, and anxiety and their relationship to disease progression among HIV seropositive males.Official date of Ph.D. March 20, 1996Chair: P. Nicassio, Ph.prehensive Examination: Passed, June 17, 1994.Areas of Concentration: Health psychology, Neuropsychology, Psychological issues of HIV/AIDS.1992Graduate Coursework, Psychology Department San Diego State UniversityMajor:Clinical PsychologyMajor Professor: V. Malcarne, Ph.D.1989Post-Graduate Coursework, Psychology Department San Jose State UniversityMajor:Clinical Psychology1978Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Department University of KansasMajor:Political ScienceMinor:Law1973Associate of Arts Hutchinson Community Junior CollegeHutchinson, KSOther Educational ExperienceMay, 2015CE4Less, Ethics & Boundary Issues (1 hour)May, 2015PESI Online training, Rewiring the Brain, Bessel van der Kolk (1 hour)September, 2014EMDRIA Annual Conference, Denver (23 hours)November, 2013ISTSS Annual Conference, Philadelphia (22 hours)September, 2013EMDRIA Annual Conference, (22.5 hours)August, 2013Privacy Act and HIPAA Clinical Refresher (1 hour)May, 2013California Law & Ethics for Psychologists: Key Concepts Review (1 hour)May, 2013Ethics in Victim Services (2 hours)January, 2013Ethics and Mild TBI (1 hour); Clinical Outcomes Associated with Blast Related TBI (1 hour); Controversies in Assessment and Treatment of the Returning OIF/OEF Populations (1 hour); Knitting Up the Raveled Sleeve-Sleep and TBI (1 hour); Disentangling mTBI/Concussion, PTSD, and Post-War Symptoms (1 hour); Traumatic Brain Injury: Return to Duty/Activity (1 hour); VHI: Polytrauma Pain Web Course (1 hour)November, 2012Developing Resilience in Victim ServicesCE4Less (4 hours) OnlineNovember, 2012Cultural and Spiritual Competence in Victim ServicesCE4Less (3 hours) OnlineNovember, 2012Communication with Victims and SurvivorsCE4Less (2 hours) OnlineNovember, 2012Brain Basics: Understanding SleepCE4Less (3 hours) OnlineNovember, 2012Childhood Sexual AbuseCE4Less (2 hours) OnlineNovember, 2012Alcohol Problems in Intimate Relationships: Identification and Intervention CE4Less (1 hour) OnlineMarch, 2012Topics in Human Sexuality: Sexual Addiction, CE4Less (1 CE hour) OnlineMarch, 2012Co-Occurring Disorders-Substance-Related and Mental Disorders, CE4Less (5 hours) OnlineMarch, 2012Finding Balance After the War Zone, CE4Less (8 hours) OnlineNovember, 2011Auburn University/Dream Peace Foundation Conference, Mobile, AL (15 hours)October 5, 2011Self-Empowering Addiction Treatment and Support Services, Aurora Behavioral Health (2 CE hours)August, 2011EMDR International Association Annual Conference, Anaheim, CA (25 hours) June, 2011Ethics and Legal Issues in Psychotherapy, At Health CE, (4 hours) OnlineAugust, 2010Dr Michael Yapko’s 100-hour Clinical Hypnosis CourseSan Diego, CAMarch, 2010Clinical Hypnosis for Rapid Trauma ResolutionFloridaJanuary, 2010Rural Mental Health Training Program Part IIColumbia, MONovember, 2009International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Annual Conference (24 hours)Presented by ISTSSAtlanta, GAOctober, 2009Rural Mental Health Training Program. 7-day train the trainersSeptember, 2009Mind-Body Medicine: Healing Our Troops. 5-day training by Center for Mind-Body Medicine, Dr James Gordon.November, 2008International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Annual Conference (25 hours)Presented by ISTSSChicago, ILSeptember, 2008EMDR International Association Annual Conference (24 hours)Presented by EMDRIAPhoenix, AZNovember, 2007International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Annual Conference (24 hours)Presented by ISTSSBaltimore, MDSeptember, 2007EMDR International Association Annual Conference (24 hours)Presented by EMDRIADallas, TXNovember, 2006International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Annual Conference (24 hours)Presented by ISTSSHollywood, CASeptember, 2006EMDR International Association Annual Conference (23 hours)Presented by EMDRIAPhiladelphia, PAMarch, 2006National Conference on Returning Veterans (17 hours)Presented by Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services AdministrationWashington, DCNovember, 2005International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Annual Conference (27 hours)Presented by ISTSSToronto, CanadaSeptember, 2005EMDR International Association Annual Conference (24 hours)Presented by EMDRIASeattle, WADecember, 2004International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS) Annual Conference 26 hours)Presented by ISTSSNew Orleans, LASeptember, 2004EMDR International Association Annual Conference (24 hours)Presented by EMDRIAMontreal, CanadaJune, 2004Trauma Conference (20 hours)Boston, MASeptember, 2003EMDR International Association Annual Conference (25 hours)Presented by EMDRIADenver, COMay, 2003Trauma in Our TimePresented by Dr. Donald MeichenbaumSan Diego, CAMarch, 2003Resiliency in Action, Certification CoursePresented by Nan HendersonSan Diego, CAOctober, 2002Innovations in Mental Health and Primary CarePresented by Navy Bureau of Medicine and SurgeryWashington, DCJune, 2002EMDR International Association Annual Conference (23 hours)Presented by EMDRIASan Diego, CAJune, 2002Intermediate Officer Leadership Training (2 weeks)Presented by Naval Leader Training UnitCoronado, CADecember, 2001Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma (7 hours)Presented by Dr. Peter LevineLos Angeles, CANovember, 2001Pain Perception and Management (6 hours)Presented by Dr. Brent Van Dorsten, CORTEXTSan Diego, CaJune, 2001EMDR International Association Annual Conference (21 hours)Presented by EMDRIAAustin, TXSeptember, 2000EMDR International Association Annual Conference (18 hours)Presented by EMDRIAToronto, CanadaJune, 1999EMDR International Association Annual Conference (17.5 hours)Presented by EMDRIALas Vegas, NVMay, 1999EMDR Level II Training (17 hours)Presented by Dr. Andrew Leeds, EMDR InstituteSan Francisco, CASeptember, 1998EMDR Level I Training (17 hours)Presented by Barbara Parrett, EMDR InstituteAlbuquerque, NMMarch, 1998Clinical Hypnosis Training Course (with Certificate)Presented by Helen Erickson, RN, Ph.D. & Sandra Sylvester, Ph.D.Sponsored by National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral MedicineLa Jolla, CAMarch, 1998Introduction to Continuous ImprovementNaval Medical CenterSan Diego, CADecember, 1997The Solution weight management program training with Certificate of LicensureNaval Medical CenterSan Diego, CASeptember, 1996American Red Cross Recertification Training for HIV/AIDS EducatorsPresented by Naval Medical Center San Diego, CAJune, 1996Treatment of Alcohol Disorders (7 hours)Continuing Education WorkshopPresented by Richard Horvath, Ph.D., ABPPSan Diego, CAFebruary, 1996Seven Habits of Highly Effective PeoplePresented by Franklin-CoveySan Diego, CAAugust, 1994APA Project HOPE workshop (4 hours)Presented by Joy Martin, Ph.D. and Capt. Mel Estey, Ed.D.Sponsored by American Psychological Association and U.S. NavyLos Angeles, CAJuly, 1994American Red Cross HIV/AIDS Educator training and certification and Navy HIV/AIDS Educator certification (4 days)Presented by American Red Cross & U.S. NavySan Diego, CAJanuary, 1994Human Sexuality Seminar (10 hours)Presented by Peter Wayson, Ph.D.Sponsored by California School of Professional Psychology San Diego, CAAugust, 1993Workshop on therapy with war veterans and trauma survivors (6 hours)Sponsored by American Association for Humanistic PsychologySan Diego, CADecember, 1991Duluth Domestic Abuse Intervention Program (24 hours)Presented by Ellen PenceSponsored by Duluth Domestic Abuse Intervention ProjectSan Diego, CAJuly, 1991Crisis team certification workshop (60 hours)Presented by Eileen WernikoveSponsored by EYE Counseling & Crisis ServicesEscondido, CAOctober, 1988Forensic Psychology workshop (7 hours)Presented by Santa Clara Co. Psychological Assoc.Sponsored by California State Psychological Assoc.Santa Clara, CALICENSE & Certifications1991 - Duluth Domestic Violence therapist certification.1994 - Certified HIV/AIDS instructor.1995 - Qualified in biofeedback.1996 - Clinical Psychologist License Mississippi # 35-576 Active1998 -Qualified in Clinical Hypnosis1999 -EMDRIA Certified in EMDR2000 -APA-CPP Substance Use DisordersAmerican Psychological Association Certificate of Professional Proficiency in the Treatment of Alcohol and Other Psychoactive Substance Use DisordersAwarded by APA College of Professional Psychology2003 -Board Certified Expert in Traumatic StressAmerican Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress2003 -Substance Abuse Professional, U.S. Dept. of TransportationNational Association for Addiction Professionals2004 -Fellow, American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress2006 -‘Keeping Love Alive’ (Michele Weiner-Davis) Certified Group Leader2011 - California Psychology License (PSY24088) Active2012 – Basic Life Support Certification2014 – USAF Certified Internal Behavioral Health ConsultantProfessional AffiliationsAmerican Psychological Association, MemberAmerican Psychological Association, Division of Military Psychology, MemberAmerican Psychological Association, Division of Addictions, MemberAmerican Psychological Association, Division of Trauma, MemberEMDR International Association, Chairman of Military EMDR Special Interest GroupInternational Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, Chairman of Military Special Interest GroupAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine, MemberAdditional Relevant ExperienceSeptember, 2010Defense Center of Excellence inspection team, led by Mr Carlton Drew, gaveconsiderable positive feedback on my Resilient Relationships manual and indicated their desire to pursue a collaborative project to disseminate Resilient Relationships training on a broad scale in the Department of Defense.March, 2010Developed “INTER Initiative.” (Integration of Network Medical Information in Electronic Record) This ‘Navy first’ initiative streamlined the process of insuring that a summary of mental health treatment (with consent signed by patient) provided by non-military providers could be automatically entered into the patient’s electronic medical record. This initiative enhances continuity of care and a method for insuring that patient’s receive appropriate recommended behavioral health treatment.December, 2009Developed “Conquer Insomnia” program at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton. This program is a model that can be used in other military settings and is consistent with more effective “stepped care” approach to treating insomnia. The program consists of 4 separate class modules that are stand-alone classes. This allows providers to refer patients to start the insomnia program within less than one week, increasing compliance. It also accommodates the challenging schedules many military personnel and family members experience—sessions can be taken out of sequence and in different months if needed.April, 2007Implemented “Call Home With Love Project” in Iraq. This project Andwas begun to help deployed service men and women reestablish Continuingmore loving relationships with family members at home. January, 2007Deployed with Marine Combat Logistics Battalion Two, Second Marine Logistics Group, II Marine Expeditionary Force in supportToof Operation Iraqi Freedom. September, 2007Officer In Charge, Combat Stress & Readiness Platoon, Al Asad Air Base, Iraq.March, 2005Psychology Department, Deployment Division Head and Staff PsychologistToNaval Medical Center Portsmouth. Conduct Life After Combat andSeptember, 2008Coping With Trauma PTSD groups. Conduct No More Nightmares workshop.January, 2005Conducted 2 days of trauma training for Family Services Center Staff, Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base, NCJuly, 2002Behavioral Health Clinic Director, Naval Hospital 29 Palms, CAToEstablished a comprehensive PTSD program for Marines returning February, 2005from combat and developed effective pre-deployment and reunion briefs for family members of combat veterans. Created Mental Pre-Conditioning Program for Marine leadership to lessen combat stress reactions and combat stress misconduct. Developed and conducted very novel “Eat, Drink & Be Merry” brief and skit for Marines just back from combat. Served as Clinical Supervisor and Intern Preceptor for Substance Abuse Counseling Center.December, 2002Began conducting workshop on my theory, “Planned Dream ToIntervention,” from my book No More Nightmares, as an Continuingintervention to resolve nightmares. This intervention has proven extremely successful in helping to resolve war, abuse, accident, and other trauma sleeping problems.January, 2003Conducted workshops “Married to the Military” from my book (in Toprogress, same title) for active duty and family members of units June, 2003deploying to OIFFebruary, 2002Conducted Pilot Project at School of Infantry Camp Pendleton, rovided specific interventions to reduce personnel loss due to May, 2002unnecessary administrative separations.2001Served as Staff Psychologist at Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton, rovided full psychological services to Active Duty US Marines, 2002US Navy personnel, family members and military retirees1999Served on USS JOHN C. STENNIS as Ship’s Clinical Psychologist for approximately 6500 personnel during Western ToPacific and Persian Gulf cruise, and during stateside overhaul. 2001Offered emergency psychological treatment, inpatient treatment in ship’s hospital ward, and extensive routine individual and group therapy services. Credited with having dramatically lowered ship’s attrition rate and subsequent award of Golden Anchor Award to ship.April, 1997Deployed on USS CONSTELLATION as Ship’s Clinical ToPsychologist for approximately 7000 personnel in Cruiser-Destroyer Group One during Western Pacific and Persian Gulf October, 1997DeploymentOffered full service psychological testing, emergency treatment, inpatient treatment in ship’s hospital ward, and extensive routine individual and group therapy services. Conducted well over 100 workshops tailored to the needs of the stressful aircraft carrier environment, including leadership training tailored to various levels of supervisors. 1995Served as Staff Psychologist at Naval Alcohol Rehabilitation ToCommand through the entire transition to BUMED and JCAHO 1999standards. Decomissioning of NARC and establishment of Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Department (NMCSD). Served as IDT Treatment TeamLeader/LIP, supervision and mentoring of Substance Abuse Counselors, Provided training for other licensed staff and Substance Abuse Counselors.AugustServed as Battalion Commander for the entire class (260 officers) throughat Navy Officer Indoctrination School. In this position I wasSeptemberresponsible for the supervision of physicians, attorneys, 1995pharmacists nurses, fellow psychology interns, and other health care professionals.1994U.S. NavyandActive volunteer in the BUMED mandated HIV/AIDSContinuingtraining for all active duty and civilian employees of the Navy and Marine Corps. Also conduct HIV/AIDS education programs for military families.1994American Red CrossandActive volunteer as an HIV/AIDS educator for adultContinuingaudiences and for parents groups.1994For Parents' & Kids' SakeParent education and volunteer fund raising.1991EYE Counseling & Crisis Services toVolunteer crisis hot line work, screening for women1993entering battered women's shelter, domestic violence counseling. Responded to police department requests to have a counselor at the scene on domestic violence calls. As part of the Sexual Assault Response Team I was called to a local hospital to provide therapy for women undergoing evidentiary exam after a sexual assault.1981U.S. Navy toActive duty service as a Line Officer (Special Operations Officer/Diving 1988Officer) and later a Supply Corps Officer. As a Command Training Team leader I conducted various human relations workshops. I did a western Pacific cruise and an Atlantic cruise and experienced many of the unique stressors that military families are faced with.Training Manuals and PresentationsDexter, B. A. (2012). Conquer Insomnia. Comprehensive, 4-session CBT for Insomnia class. Class is structured so that clients can start at any week in the 4-week series and can take the classes out of sequence, making it extremely effective for military and civilian clients.Dexter, B. A. (2012). No More Nightmares Instructor’s Course. Campaign to End Genocide in Uganda (CEGUN). San Diego, CA. Two of my students have since returned to Uganda to teach the No More Nightmares class to survivors of genocide from Northern Uganda and Rwanda.Dexter, B. A. (2011). No More Nightmares Presentation . Alliance for African Assistance, San Diego, CA.Dexter, B. A. (2011). No More Nightmares Presentation. Auburn University/Dream Peace Foundation Conference, Mobile, AL.Dexter, B. A. (2011). Suicide & Violence Prevention Presentation. Auburn University/Dream Peace Foundation Conference, Mobile, AL.Dexter, B. A. (2011). No More Nightmares Instructor’s Certification Class. International Combat Stress Conference, Alameda.Dexter, B. A. (2010). Resilient Relationships: Winning Relationship Skills for Military Families. Manual and CD.Dexter, B. A. (2010). Sleep disorders training provided to NHCP OB/GYN staff.Dexter, B. A. (2009). No More Nightmares Instructor’s Course provided to all NHCP Post-Deployment Health Providers and all NHCP Case Managers.Dexter, B. A. (2009). Kitchen Strategy Skills: Enhancing Family Resilience After Trauma. Poster presented at International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA.Dexter, B. A. (2009). No More Nightmares: Using Planned Dream Intervention to End Nightmares. Poster presented at International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA.Dexter, B. A. (2009). Combating Nightmares with Dream Intervention. Presentation at 17th Annual International Military & Civilian Combat Stress Conference, Los Angeles, CA.Dexter, B. A. (2009). No More Nightmares: How to Use Planned Dream Intervention to End Nightmares. Workshop presented to California National Guard, Santa Ana, CA.Dexter, B. A. (2008). No More Nightmares: How to Use Planned Dream Intervention to End Nightmares. Poster presented at International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.Dexter, B. A. (2008). Military Culture and Treatment of Combat Trauma. EMDR International Association Conference, Phoenix, AZ.Dexter, B. A. (2008). Radio interview about PTSD, September 7, About Face, talk show program, Phoenix. AZ.Dexter, B. A. (2008). Army Resilience. Featured Guest Speaker at US Army Forces Commanding General’s Conference in Atlanta, GA.Dexter, B. A. (2008). No More Nightmares: How to End Nightmares with Planned Dream Intervention. Presented at US Army Europe Regional Medical Command BehavioralScience Conference in Sonthofen, Germany.Dexter, B. A. (2008). Focus on Military Families, Issues & Treatment. Treatment of Trauma, Combat Stress & PTSD. No More Nightmares—Treatment of Trauma-Related Nightmares. Three presentations at Washington State Psychological Association Spring Conference.Dexter, B. A. & Mason, J. (2008). Reach and Connect with Veterans and Their Families. Virginia is for Heroes Conference.Jones, D. E., Dexter, B. A. & Kupke, T. (2008). The Unique Mental Health Challenges of U.S. Military Service Members and Their Families: An Overview for the Practicing Psychologist. Presented at South Eastern Psychological Association Conference.Levin, D.E., Daynard, C.I. & Dexter, B. A. (2008). The “So Far” Guide for Helping Children and Youth Cope with the Deployment of a Parent in the Military Reserves. I am a co-author on the new edition of this brochure produced by the non-profit organization, Strategic Outreach to Families of All Reservists.Dexter, B.A. (2007). Military 101 & 102: Therapy with Military and Their Families in a Time of War. Presented at EMDR International Association 2007 Conference.Dexter, B.A. (2007). Working with Individuals Recently Injured in Combat. Manual for mental health and other medical providers on psychological considerations during early medical treatment for individuals injured in combat.Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory. (2007). Combat Stress: A Concept for Dealing with the Human Dimension of Urban Conflict. I was a key author on this document, which is a manual to be used by leaders at various levels as part of training for urban conflict.Dexter, B.A. (2007). Kitchen Strategy for Families of Returning Vets. Manual with solution-focused specific skills for veterans returning from deployment to a combat zone and their familiesDexter, B.A. (2007). Posttraumatic Stress Injury: Think Outside the Diagnosis. Professional training presented to all Senior U.S. & Foreign NATO Officers and Senior Civilian Staff at Joint Forces Staff College.Dexter, B.A. (2007). Clinical Practice Guideline for Working With Individuals Recently Injured in Combat. Dexter, B. A. (2006). Kitchen Strategy. User-friendly manual developed to explain how families can use ‘solution-focused’ skills to communicate effectively and eliminate or lessen family fights.Dexter, B. A. (2006). Military 101: Effective Therapy with Military and Their Families. Presented at EMDR International Association 2006 Conference.Dexter, B. A. (2006). Combat Stress Reactions & Posttraumatic Stress. Workshop presented at Navy Environmental Health Command Annual Conference, Norfolk, VA.Dexter, B. A. (2006). Combat Stress Reactions & Posttraumatic Stress. Multiple trainings presented for Marine Forces Command, Norfolk, VA.Dexter, B. A. (2005). Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Training for Military Chaplains in the Military Chaplaincy Residency Program, Norfolk, VA.Dexter, B. A. (2005). Stress Management & Shipboard Life. Workshop presented at USS BATAAN Women’s Health Fair.Dexter, B. A. (2005). Stress Management & Shipboard Life. Workshop presented at USS BATAAN Women’s Health Fair.Dexter, B. A. (2005). Stress Management & Shipboard Life. Workshop presented at USS BATAAN Women’s Health Fair.PTSD Group. Psychological Assessment of Returning Injured Troops. No More Nightmares. Four separate workshops conducted at PTSD Conference at Camp Lejeune, NC.Dexter, B. A. (2004). Coping With Change. Training for families of returning combat veterans on how to help children deal with deployment and post-combat family changes. Conducted 4 times at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CADexter, B. A. (2004). Reunion & Growth. Training for families of returning combat veterans to help family members understand combat stress reactions, how to ‘not get sucked into it,’ and when to ask for professional help. Conducted 12 times at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CADexter, B. A. (2004). Mental Pre-Conditioning. Leadership training to prevent and lessen combat stress misconduct behaviors in troops preparing to deploy to combat. Conducted with 2 Battalions at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CADexter, B. A. (2004). Combat Stress Training for Leaders. Training for Marine Corps leaders to recognize and minimize combat stress misbehavior in troops returning from combat. Conducted with 7 Battalions at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CADexter, B. A. (2004). Eat, Drink & Be Merry. Training to prevent unhealthy rebound behaviors in troops returning from combat. Conducted with 7 Battalions at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CADexter, B. A. (2003). No More Nightmares: How to Use Planned Dream Intervention to End Nightmares. Workshop and book. Workshop presented at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CA, Camp Lejeune, NC, and Portsmouth, VA.Dexter, B. A. (2003). Married to the Military. Workshop and manual presented at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, CA.Dexter, B. A. (2000). Psycho Intelligence Update. Training to help leaders reduce shipboard misconduct behaviors. Conducted on USS JOHN C. STENNIS.Dexter, B. A. (1999-2001). Suicide Prevention. Training to help crew members recognize and respond to potential suicide threats. Conducted 10+ times on USS JOHN C. STENNIS.Dexter, B. A. (1998). Theories of Causality in Substance Abuse. Workshop presented bi-monthly at Navy Drug & Alcohol Programs Manager Advisor (DAPMA) Training.Dexter, B. A. (1997). Risk Reduction. Workshop presented throughout USS CONSTELLATION deployment.Dexter, B. A. (1997). Wave Off Anger. Four-week anger mangagement workshop presented throughout USS CONSTELLATION deployment.Dexter, B. A. (1997). Solution Focused Leadership. Workshop presented weekly throughout USS CONSTELLATION Western Pacific and Persian Gulf deployment.Dexter, B. A. (1997). Wave Off Anger. Four-week anger mangagement workshop presented throughout USS CONSTELLATION deployment.Dexter, B. A. (1997). Ready for Combat! HIV videotape training presentation on USS CONSTELLATION.Dexter, B. A. (1995). Talking with kids about HIV. Workshop presented at numerous locations in the military and civilian communities in San Diego.Dexter, B. A. (1994, November). Families and HIV. Paper presented at Women's Week, HIV Evaluation Unit, Naval Medical Center, San Diego.Dexter, B. A. (1994). Parenting beyond the obvious. Workshop presented on numerous occasions at For Parents & Kids Sake, Poway, CA.Dexter, B. A. (1993, November). Creative solutions. Paper presented at Women's Week, HIV Evaluation Unit, Naval Medical Center, San Diego. ................
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