Education
Ph.D., Counselor Education and Supervision May 2013
Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA
CACREP Accredited Program
Cognate: Advanced Research
Dissertation: Factors that Influence Minority Student Enrollment at Various Levels of Postsecondary Education
- Analyzed factors that influenced African American and LatinX students’ enrollment in vocational schools, two-year community colleges, and four-year universities using logistic regression and interactional quantitative methods.
M.A., Community Counseling December 2008
Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA
CACREP Accredited Program
B.A., Psychology December 2004
Virginia Wesleyan College, Norfolk, VA
TEaching Experience
May 2021 Associate Professor, Director of the Doctoral Program, University of the Cumberlands
to present
Administrative related appointment with an expectation of managing the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Responsible for oversight of the CMHC and Addictions programs. Teaching related appointment with an expectation for scholarly accomplishment.
September 2018- Associate Professor, William Paterson University
June 2021 Co- Director, Clinical Mental Health Counseling track
September 2013- Assistant Professor, William Paterson University
September 2018
Teaching related appointment with an expectation for scholarly accomplishment. Teaching activities include classroom instruction, directing projects, and assisting with student research for graduate students enrolled in the Counseling program. Act as co-coordinator for the graduate Mental Health program track.
Courses Taught:
Counseling for Substance Abuse and Addiction (CSP 6510) Fall 2013-present
Career Development Across the Lifespan (CSP 6080) Fall 2013, Spring 2017
Human Development Across the Lifespan (CSP 6090) Fall 2013, Summer 2017
Crisis Intervention and Management (CSP 6280) Fall 2013- Spr 2014
Foundations of Mental Health Counseling (CSP 6220) Fall 2013- Summer 2017
Assessment and Appraisal in Counseling (CSP 6040) Spr – Fall 2014
Addictive Behavior Across the Lifespan (CSP 5990) Summer 2014, 2017
Practicum & Internship in Counseling (CSP 6860) Fall 2014- present
Multicultural Counseling (CSP 6030) Summer 2015- 2017
Research in Counseling (CSP 6160) Spring 2015
Present Cumberlands
Administrative related appointment with an expectation of managing the
Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Responsible for oversight of the CMHC and Addictions programs. Teaching related appointment with an expectation for scholarly accomplishment.
to present
Administrative related appointment with an expectation of managing the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Responsible for oversight of the CMHC and Addictions programs. Teaching related appointment with an expectation for scholarly accomplishment.
September 2018- Associate Professor, William Paterson University
June 2021 Co- Director, Clinical Mental Health Counseling track
September 2013- Assistant Professor, William Paterson University
September 2018
Teaching related appointment with an expectation for scholarly accomplishment. Teaching activities include classroom instruction, directing projects, and assisting with student research for graduate students enrolled in the Counseling program. Act as co-coordinator for the graduate Mental Health program track.
Courses Taught:
Counseling for Substance Abuse and Addiction (CSP 6510) Fall 2013-present
- This hybrid course provides an overview of substance abuse and counseling clients in the schools and mental health settings who are dealing with substance abuse issues. The student is introduced to the physiological and psychological effects of different substances. The effectiveness and appropriateness of assessment, interventions, and treatments are discussed and evaluated as well as dual diagnosis with concurrent mental health disorders.
Career Development Across the Lifespan (CSP 6080) Fall 2013, Spring 2017
- This hybrid course examines major theories of career development across the lifespan and the issues that affect career development and career choice, including psychological, cultural, and social factors. Major assessment tools, including computer programs, are examined. The interconnectedness of career development with other areas of development is discussed as is the role of career counseling in the schools and mental health settings.
Human Development Across the Lifespan (CSP 6090) Fall 2013, Summer 2017
- The study of human growth as applied to school and clinical mental counseling. Includes physiological, psychological, cognitive, and social development through the life span. Major theoretical approaches including theories of minority development are also explored.
Crisis Intervention and Management (CSP 6280) Fall 2013- Spr 2014
- This is an online course that introduces the counseling student to basic theories and techniques of crisis intervention and management.
Foundations of Mental Health Counseling (CSP 6220) Fall 2013- Summer 2017
- This hybrid course offers the student an overview of the history, philosophy, and trends in mental health counseling. The roles, functions, and professional obligations of a mental health counselor are examined. Issues such as: prevention, intervention, consultation, and assessment in a diverse society are also explored.
Assessment and Appraisal in Counseling (CSP 6040) Spr – Fall 2014
- This course introduces students to assessment and appraisal in a counseling setting. Validity and reliability of measurements, as well as basic quantitative statistics will be explored. Interpretation of test scores will be introduced and appropriate use of assessments with diverse populations will be explored. Ethical issues regarding testing will also be examined.
Addictive Behavior Across the Lifespan (CSP 5990) Summer 2014, 2017
- This course will review developmental and psychosocial principles of addiction when working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. The course will also review evidence-based research and practices when working with family systems.
Practicum & Internship in Counseling (CSP 6860) Fall 2014- present
- This course consists of the student’s first fieldwork experience. Students become counselor trainees and learn in an applied setting how to assess and understand the problems of clients and clients' behavior. Counselor trainees learn to utilize and further develop their basic counseling skills by use of review and critiquing of audio and video taped client sessions.
Multicultural Counseling (CSP 6030) Summer 2015- 2017
- This course is an introduction to the philosophy, theory, and practice of multicultural counseling and development. It includes individual, family, and educational perspectives. Self-awareness development is an integral component of this course. The focus of this course is continued enhancement of self-awareness development, which will help us to increase our knowledge, awareness and skills of multicultural counseling.
Research in Counseling (CSP 6160) Spring 2015
- This course provides students with an overview of varied research methods including quantitative and qualitative methods in counseling with experience in program evaluation, data collection, and use of technology in research. Instruction in writing a research proposal leads to the student’s development as a qualified researcher in the counseling field.
Present Cumberlands
Administrative related appointment with an expectation of managing the
Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Responsible for oversight of the CMHC and Addictions programs. Teaching related appointment with an expectation for scholarly accomplishment.
Clinical Experience
Supervision
Clinical Supervisor Fall 2014- present
William Paterson University
Provided clinical supervision to students who graduated the Master’s in Professional Counseling program. Supervised school and mental health settings. Monitored students’ clinical skill development, provided feedback on taped counseling sessions and written case conceptualizations, and conducted evaluations of progress.
Additions & Counseling
Substance Abuse Counselor
FCP Associates, Norfolk, VA Dec 2012- June 2013
Facilitated weekly outpatient substance abuse groups for adult clients on probation or parole. Prepared weekly progress notes detailing group topics and each member’s participation and compliance with program rules. Prepared monthly reports informing probation officers of client progress towards goals. Conducted and interpreted urine drug screens. Linked with probation officers regarding group member compliance. Conducted weekly assessments for drunk driving offenders. Provided substance abuse education, assess for crises, and process all aspects of the recovery process.
Substance Abuse Group Facilitator
Bruder Counseling, Virginia Beach, VA April 2009- June 2010
Facilitated weekly outpatient substance abuse groups for court-ordered participants age 18 and older. Prepared weekly progress notes detailing group topics and each member’s participation and compliance with program rules. Conducted and interpreted urine drug screens. Linked with probation officers regarding group member compliance. Provided substance abuse education, assessed for crises, and processed all aspects of the recovery process.
MH/MR Clinician I
City of Virginia Beach, Department of Human Services March 2009-March 2010
Performed assessments, treatment planning, crisis planning, clinical intervention, consultation, supportive counseling, transition planning and other case management duties in a mental health and substance abuse setting, Served an adult population with serious mental illness, substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders. Utilized the computer to provide clinical documentation and retrieved information from the Electronic Medical Record and assured that all filing of clinical information and submission of billing information are done accurately and within the time frame required. Identified and documented client's needs for resources and services and found resources to meet the client's needs; used information from assessments and interviews to develop service plans and coordinate services.
Qualified Mental Health Professional
Compass Youth Services, Norfolk, VA July 2008- May 2011
Provided intensive individual and family therapy to at risk clients in their home. Completed intake assessments, created and maintained individual service plans to include goals and objectives. Provided substance abuse counseling, psycho-education, and interventions for substance using clients and their families. Completed substance abuse intakes and assessments. Provided ongoing case management and crisis intervention services to clients and their families. Linked, referred, and coordinated services for clients needing additional community resources, medication management, psychiatric appointments, legal issues, and medical appointment/referral.
Intensive Case Manager III
Norfolk Community Services Board, Norfolk, VA May 2006- May 2008
Assessed the needs of individuals with severe mental health illnesses/co-occurring disorders to assess functional limitations. Prepared comprehensive service plans to address client needs. Linked clients with substance abuse disorders and mental health needs for individual substance abuse counseling, urine drug screens, group counseling, psychiatric follow-up, and medication management. Provided crisis intervention to resolve and diffuse critical situations. Provided psycho-education and counseling to clients regarding mental health diagnosis, substance abuse, and medication management. Documented all client interaction and progress, completed quarterly, bi-annual, and annual reports.
Assisted clients in progressing towards recovery and independence by teaching independent life skills and working with supportive living resources in the community. Maintained weekly/monthly contact with family members to provide updates regarding client progress and treatment.
Clinical Supervisor Fall 2014- present
William Paterson University
Provided clinical supervision to students who graduated the Master’s in Professional Counseling program. Supervised school and mental health settings. Monitored students’ clinical skill development, provided feedback on taped counseling sessions and written case conceptualizations, and conducted evaluations of progress.
Additions & Counseling
Substance Abuse Counselor
FCP Associates, Norfolk, VA Dec 2012- June 2013
Facilitated weekly outpatient substance abuse groups for adult clients on probation or parole. Prepared weekly progress notes detailing group topics and each member’s participation and compliance with program rules. Prepared monthly reports informing probation officers of client progress towards goals. Conducted and interpreted urine drug screens. Linked with probation officers regarding group member compliance. Conducted weekly assessments for drunk driving offenders. Provided substance abuse education, assess for crises, and process all aspects of the recovery process.
Substance Abuse Group Facilitator
Bruder Counseling, Virginia Beach, VA April 2009- June 2010
Facilitated weekly outpatient substance abuse groups for court-ordered participants age 18 and older. Prepared weekly progress notes detailing group topics and each member’s participation and compliance with program rules. Conducted and interpreted urine drug screens. Linked with probation officers regarding group member compliance. Provided substance abuse education, assessed for crises, and processed all aspects of the recovery process.
MH/MR Clinician I
City of Virginia Beach, Department of Human Services March 2009-March 2010
Performed assessments, treatment planning, crisis planning, clinical intervention, consultation, supportive counseling, transition planning and other case management duties in a mental health and substance abuse setting, Served an adult population with serious mental illness, substance use disorders or co-occurring disorders. Utilized the computer to provide clinical documentation and retrieved information from the Electronic Medical Record and assured that all filing of clinical information and submission of billing information are done accurately and within the time frame required. Identified and documented client's needs for resources and services and found resources to meet the client's needs; used information from assessments and interviews to develop service plans and coordinate services.
Qualified Mental Health Professional
Compass Youth Services, Norfolk, VA July 2008- May 2011
Provided intensive individual and family therapy to at risk clients in their home. Completed intake assessments, created and maintained individual service plans to include goals and objectives. Provided substance abuse counseling, psycho-education, and interventions for substance using clients and their families. Completed substance abuse intakes and assessments. Provided ongoing case management and crisis intervention services to clients and their families. Linked, referred, and coordinated services for clients needing additional community resources, medication management, psychiatric appointments, legal issues, and medical appointment/referral.
Intensive Case Manager III
Norfolk Community Services Board, Norfolk, VA May 2006- May 2008
Assessed the needs of individuals with severe mental health illnesses/co-occurring disorders to assess functional limitations. Prepared comprehensive service plans to address client needs. Linked clients with substance abuse disorders and mental health needs for individual substance abuse counseling, urine drug screens, group counseling, psychiatric follow-up, and medication management. Provided crisis intervention to resolve and diffuse critical situations. Provided psycho-education and counseling to clients regarding mental health diagnosis, substance abuse, and medication management. Documented all client interaction and progress, completed quarterly, bi-annual, and annual reports.
Assisted clients in progressing towards recovery and independence by teaching independent life skills and working with supportive living resources in the community. Maintained weekly/monthly contact with family members to provide updates regarding client progress and treatment.
Publications
Refereed
Dean, L. (2019). Dissociative disorders and somatic symptom and related disorders. In Treating Those with Mental Disorders: A Comprehensive Approach to Case Conceptualization and Treatment (2nd Edition), pp. 462–491). United States: Pearson. Retrieved from https://www.pearson.com/us/higher-education/program/Kress-Treating-Those-with-Mental-Disorders-A-Comprehensive-Approach-to-Case-Conceptualization-and-Treatment-with-Enhanced-Pearson-e-Text-Access-Card-Package-2nd-Edition/PGM1797593.html?tab=order
Dean, L. (2017). Synthetic drugs: What school and mental health counselors need to know. In P. S. Lassiter & T. J. Buser (Eds.), Annual Review of Addictions and Offender Counseling (v. 3), (pp. 7- 21). Eugene, Oregon: Wipf and Stock Publishers.
Hinkle, M. S., & Dean, L. (2017). Creativity in teaching case conceptualization skills: Role-play to show the interconnectedness of domains. Journal of Creativity in Counseling. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15401383.2016.1249813
Dean, L., & Hinkle, M. S. (2015). Using photos from the past to make meaning for the future. In C. S. Bhat, Y. Pillay, & P. R. Selvaraj (Eds.), Group work experts share their favorite activities for the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders. Alexandria, VA: Association for Specialists in Group Work.
Dean, L., & Hinkle, M. S. (2015). Empowering older adults through resources. In C. S. Bhat, Y. Billay, & P. R. Selvaraj (Eds.), Group work experts share their favorite activities for the prevention and treatment of substance abuse. (pp. 226-230). Alexandria, VA: Association for Specialists in Group Work.
Hinkle, M. S., & Dean, L. (2015). Journey toward sobriety collage. In C.S. Bhat, Y. Pillay, & P.R. Selvaraj (Eds.), Group work experts share their favorite activities for the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders. Alexandria, VA: Association for Specialists in Group Work.
Neukrug, E., Bayne, H., Dean-Nganga, L., & Pusateri, C. (2013). Creative and novel approaches to empathy: A neo-Rogerian perspective. Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 35(1), 29-42.
Edited
Dean, L. (2015). Motivational interviewing. In E. Neukrug (Eds.), Encyclopedia of theory in counseling and psychotherapy. Norfolk, VA: SAGE.
Pusateri, C., Dean, L., & Paylo, M. (2014). Dissociative disorders and somatic symptom disorders. In V. E. Kress and M. J. Paylo’s (Eds.), Treating those with mental disorders: A comprehensive approach to case conceptualization and treatment. Columbus, Ohio: Pearson.
Dean, L. (2019). Dissociative disorders and somatic symptom and related disorders. In Treating Those with Mental Disorders: A Comprehensive Approach to Case Conceptualization and Treatment (2nd Edition), pp. 462–491). United States: Pearson. Retrieved from https://www.pearson.com/us/higher-education/program/Kress-Treating-Those-with-Mental-Disorders-A-Comprehensive-Approach-to-Case-Conceptualization-and-Treatment-with-Enhanced-Pearson-e-Text-Access-Card-Package-2nd-Edition/PGM1797593.html?tab=order
Dean, L. (2017). Synthetic drugs: What school and mental health counselors need to know. In P. S. Lassiter & T. J. Buser (Eds.), Annual Review of Addictions and Offender Counseling (v. 3), (pp. 7- 21). Eugene, Oregon: Wipf and Stock Publishers.
Hinkle, M. S., & Dean, L. (2017). Creativity in teaching case conceptualization skills: Role-play to show the interconnectedness of domains. Journal of Creativity in Counseling. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15401383.2016.1249813
Dean, L., & Hinkle, M. S. (2015). Using photos from the past to make meaning for the future. In C. S. Bhat, Y. Pillay, & P. R. Selvaraj (Eds.), Group work experts share their favorite activities for the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders. Alexandria, VA: Association for Specialists in Group Work.
Dean, L., & Hinkle, M. S. (2015). Empowering older adults through resources. In C. S. Bhat, Y. Billay, & P. R. Selvaraj (Eds.), Group work experts share their favorite activities for the prevention and treatment of substance abuse. (pp. 226-230). Alexandria, VA: Association for Specialists in Group Work.
Hinkle, M. S., & Dean, L. (2015). Journey toward sobriety collage. In C.S. Bhat, Y. Pillay, & P.R. Selvaraj (Eds.), Group work experts share their favorite activities for the prevention and treatment of substance use disorders. Alexandria, VA: Association for Specialists in Group Work.
Neukrug, E., Bayne, H., Dean-Nganga, L., & Pusateri, C. (2013). Creative and novel approaches to empathy: A neo-Rogerian perspective. Journal of Mental Health Counseling, 35(1), 29-42.
Edited
Dean, L. (2015). Motivational interviewing. In E. Neukrug (Eds.), Encyclopedia of theory in counseling and psychotherapy. Norfolk, VA: SAGE.
Pusateri, C., Dean, L., & Paylo, M. (2014). Dissociative disorders and somatic symptom disorders. In V. E. Kress and M. J. Paylo’s (Eds.), Treating those with mental disorders: A comprehensive approach to case conceptualization and treatment. Columbus, Ohio: Pearson.
