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SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
As a service to its members and to others interested in behavior therapy and cognitive behavior therapy, ABCT maintains website links to organizations with similar interests and goals. ABCT neither reviews nor endorses these linked websites and is not responsible for their content.
African Americans in Behavior Therapy
Asian American Issues in Behavior Therapy and Research
Autism and Related Developmental Disabilities
Child Maltreatment & Family Violence
Child and School-Related Issues
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in School Settings
Computers and Hi Technology in Behavioral Practice
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Procedure
Hispanic Issues in Behavior Therapy
Insomnia and Other Sleep Disorders
Masculinity & Mental Health (in-formation)
Native American Issues in Behavior Therapy and Research
Rehabilitation and Neuropsychology
Schizophrenia and Other Serious Mental Disorders
Science & Pseudoscience Review
Spiritual and Religious Issues in Behavior Change
Study of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgendered Issues
Women's Issues in Behavior Therapy
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Addictive Behaviors http://www.psych.uncc.edu/healthmain.htm
The Addictive Behaviors SIG is a collegial group of clinicians, clinical, and basic researchers in the field. It's purpose is to enhance commuications between members and enhance collaboration in the development and dissemination of empirically supported protocols for treating addictive behaviors.
Contact Information: Art Blume, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: awblume@uncc.edu
Phone #: 704-687-4789, Fax #: 704-687-3096
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African Americans in Behavior Therapy
To provide support for and to facilitate research and practice guidelines for the use of Cognitive and Behavior Therapy with African American populations.
Contact Information: Jaslean La Taillade, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: jaslean@umd.edu
Mailing address: University of Maryland, College Park Campus, 1204 Marie Mount Hall, College Park, MD 20742
Phone #: 301-405-7574, Fax #: 301-314-9161
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Anxiety Disorders http://www.aabt-anxietysig.org/index.html
Contact Information: Amie E. Grills Taquechel, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: agrills@vt.edu
Mailing address: University of Houston, Department of Psychology, 126 Heyne Building, Houston, TX 77204-5022
Phone #: 713-743-8732, Fax #: 713-743-8633
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Asian American Issues in Behavior Therapy and Research http://AAIiBTRSIG@yahoogroups.com
Contact Information: Takako Suzuki, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: takakosu@pcom.edu
Title: Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Clinical Assistant Professor, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Mailing address: Dept. of Psychology, RH 530, 4190 City Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19131
Phone #: 215-871-6435, Fax #: 215-871-6458
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Autism and Related Developmental Disabilities
A forum for sharing clinical and empirical interests regarding individuals with autism and related developmental disabilities.
Contact Information: Jan S. Handleman, Ed.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: jansheldon@aol.com
Phone #: Jan S. Handleman: 732-932-4500, Fax #: 732-932-8134
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The Behavior Analysis SIG gives emphasis to the contextual, selectionist, and scientific theoretical foundations of behavior therapy. Behavior analytic principles provide process level accounts for therapeutic change in CBT interventions ranging from exposure and cognitive restructuring to acceptance and mindfulness. This SIG is committed to maintaining comtemporary behavior analytic accounts of human behavior and therapeutic process of change. It is the mission of the members of this SIG to ensure that our conceptual understanding of the processes of change in therapy keeps pace with the evolving technology used to foster such change.
Contact Information: Thomas J. Waltz, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: behavioralmystic@hotmail.com
Mailing address: 2769 Newsburgh Way, Reno, NV 89523
Phone #: 775-674-6736, Fax #: 775-784-1126
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The purpose of the Behavioral Medicine SIG is to disseminate information to members on current behavioral research and practice regarding health promotion (e.g., HIV prevention, exercise) and treatment of medical problems (e.g., chronic pain, cardiovascular disease, diabetes). The Behavioral Medicine SIG hopes to strengthen the membership and scope of ABCT by providing a forum for researchers and scientists of a variety of professional backgrounds to discuss the use of behavioral research and practice to promote health and treat medical problems.
Contact Information: Trevor A. Hart, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: thart@yorku.ca
Mailing address: Room 254 BSB, Department of Psychology, York University, 4700 Keele St., Toronto, ON M3J 1P3 Canada
Phone #:416-736-5115 Ext. 33975 , Fax #: 416-736-5814
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The purpose of the Behavior Therapy and Aging SIG is to promote communication and collaboration among health professionals interested in aging issues, particularly within behavioral and cognitive-behavioral frameworks, across both clinical and research domains. In order to fulfill this purpose, the SIG will act to: promote awareness of aging issues within ABCT, increase involvement in the SIG and in ABCT for those who have interests in aging, and be responsive to the needs of the members of the organization and changes in the professional environment.
Contact Information: Kristen H. Sorocco, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: Kristen-Sorocco@ouhsc.edu
Mailing address: VA Medical Center (151-A); 921 N.E. 13th St., Oklahoma City, OK, 73104
Phone #: 405-270-0501 Ext. 3131, Fax #: 405-290-1839
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Child and Adolescent Anxiety www.ocs.mq.edu.au/~jhudson/caasig.html
The Child and Adolescent Anxiety Special Interest Group (SIG) was formed to facilitate advancements in the field of child and adolescent anxiety disorders. To this end, the SIG aims to: i) Provide an arena for members to discuss current controversies, llimitations of research and directions for future research; ii) foster collaboration amongst researchers and clinicians; and iii) provide an avenue for members to network with colleagues sharing a common interest.
Contact Information: Brian Chu, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: brianchu@rci.rutgers.edu
Mailing Address: Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, Rutgers, The State Univ of New Jersey, 152 Frelinhuysen Rd., Piscataway, NJ 08854-8020
Phone #: 732-445-2000, ext. 130; Fax #: 732-445-4888
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Child Maltreatment and Interpersonal Violence http://www.rev-x.com/ABCT/index.htm
The Child Maltreatment and Family Violence SIG provides an opportunity for ABCT members with interests related to child physical and sexual abuse, neglect, psychological abuse, marital and courtship violence, and elder abuse, to network and exchange ideas about current research and clinical issues in these areas. In addition to fostering professional relationships, this group seeks to: 1) promote research and empirically-based interventions addressing the many facets of child maltreatment and family violence; 2) facilitate the dissemination of research findings to help professonals address the needs of those impacted by child maltreatment and family violence, and; 3) increase professional and societal awareness of issues related to maltreatment and violence.
Contact Information: Todd M. Moore or Deborah L. Rhatigan, SIG Co-Leader, e-mail: mooretod@uhd.edu or rhatigand@uhd.edu
Mailing Address: University of Houston-Downtown, One Main Street, Houston, Texas, 77002 (same address for both)
Phone #: Todd: 713-222-5383; Deborah: 713-222-5381
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Child and School-Related Issues
The SIG is designed to facilitate the interests of ABCT members who wish to apply empirically supported assessment and treatment practices in school and clinical settings that serve children, youth, and their families. We are interested in preventive and clinical applications and the dissemination of those practices to clinicians. We attempt to serve clinical researchers as well as practicing clinicians so that an effective dialogue allows for enhanced clinical practice and improved research. Our group sponsors workshops, poster presentations, and discussions as well as a twice yearly newsletter, one for the annual convnetion that summarizes all the youth-related presentations for the convention.
Contact Information: Mark Terjesen, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: terjesem@stjohns.edu
Mailing Address: St. John's University, Marillac Hall 5B36F, 8000 Utopia Parkway, Jamaica, NY 11439
Phone #: 718-990-5860, Fax #: 718-990-5926
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Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in School Settings
The focus of the Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in School Settings SIG is 1) to facilitate advancement in services to children and families in educational settings from a cognitive-behavioral perspective, 2) to facilitate practice in schools along the continuum of psychological services that include consultation, individual and group treatment, class-wide intervention, school-wide mental health program initiatives, and community partnerships, 3) to provide a forum and network for school based mental health providers, and 4) to promote research and empirically based interventions for youth.
Contact Information: Ray W. Christner, Psy.D., NCSP , email: rayc@pcom.edu
Mailing Address: Assistant Professor/ Director, Educational Specialist Program, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 4190 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19131
Phone #: 215-871-6386
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Computers and Hi Technology in Behavioral Practice www.chipsig.org
Contact Information: Brenda K. Wiederhold, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: cybertherapy@vrphobia.com
Mailing Address: Chief Executive Officer, Interactive Media Institute, 6160 Cornerstone Court East, Suite 161, San Diego, CA 92121
Phone #: 858-642-0267, Fax #: 858-642-0285
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Couples Research and Therapy www.couplessig.net
Contact Information: Beth Allen, SIG Co-Leader, e-mail: elizabeth.allen@cudenver.edu; Sarah Whitton, SIG Co-Leader, e-mail: swihitton@jbcc.harvard.edu
Mailing address: Beth Allen, University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center, P.O. Box 173364, Denver, CO 80217-3364; Sarah Whitton, Judge Baker Children's Center, Harvard Medical School, 53 Parker Hill Ave, Boston, MA 02120.
Phone #: Beth Allen: 303-352-3656, Fax #: 303-352-3520; Sarah Whitton: 617-278-4261, Fax #: 617-232-8399
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The Criminal Justice Special Interest Group is a multi-disciplinary group students and professionals involved in clinical and/or research activities within criminal justice settings. A primary mission of this Special Interest Group is to provide a forum and network for behavioral oriented professionals to discusss issues related to the development of theory, research, and practice within correctional settings. Interested professionals and students can be added to the Criminal Justice Special Interest Group LISTSERV by sending an e-mail to ronan1gf@cmich.edu
Contact Information: Andy Lopez-Williams, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail:
Mailing address: Director of Center for ADHD, Psychological Centers, Inc., 765 Allens Avenue, Providence, RI 02903
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The Developmental Disabilities (DD) SIG meets to discuss the impact that ABCT can have on the field of DD. Issues tht affect individuals with DD and their families has historically been the focus of the DD SIG as well as policy isses that shape the field. ABCT can play an increasingly important role in the provision of quality services to one of the most vulnerable populations. The SIG meeting will address these roles.
Contact Information: Russell J. Korman, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: kormann@rci.rutgers.edu
Mailing address: Project NSTM, Rutgers University, 797 Hoes Lane West, Piscataway, NJ 08854-8022
Phone #: 732-445-3825, Fax #: 732-445-3819
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Disaster & Trauma http://psycpubs.as.wvu.edu/pub/dandt.htm
This SIG promotes awareness of innovative basic and applied research, as well as the development and use of evidence-based asssessments and interventions with victims of disaster and trauma. We also attempt to disseminate research data via education and training to professionals in the delivery of evidence-based services.
Contact Information: Amy E. Naugle, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: amy.naugle@wmich.edu
Mailing address: Department of Psychology, Western Michigan University, 1903 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5439
Phone #: 269-387-4726, Fax #: 269-387-4550
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Procedure
Although the effectiveness of EMDR as a treatment for PTSD is well established in the literature, there seems little awareness of that within some quarters. Instead the focus within ABCT has been on whether EMDR is a unique therapy. Our focus as a SIG has been and will continue to be to stay current as new research findings come out which bear upon this question and other questions of interest to research based clinicians. We will strive to disseminate relevant research findings through publications and convention presentations so that the current research status of EMDR may be more widely recognized throughout ABCT.
Contact Information: Gordon Hare, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: gordon_hare@med.va.gov
Mailing address: Psychology Service (116B), VA Medical Center, Psychology Services, Battle Creek, MI 49016
Phone #: 269-966-5600 ext. 5127, Fax #: 269-966-5585
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Hispanic Issues in Behavior Therapy
To increase interest in clinical work and research focusing on Hispanic issues in behavior therapy; to increase the awareness of behavior therapy activities in Latin America and Spain
Contact Information: Karla Anhalt, Ph.D., SIG Co-leader, e-mail: kanhalt@kent.edu ; Joaquin Borrego Jr., Ph.D., SIG Co-leader, e-mail: joaquin.borrego@ttu.edu
Mailing address: Karla Anhalt, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, School Psychology Program, EFSS Dept., Kent State University, 405 White hall, Kent, OH 44242; Joaquin Borrego, Jr., Ph.D., Department of Psychology, P.O. Box 42051, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409-2051
Phone #: Karla Anhalt: 330-672-0582, Fax #: 330-672-2512; Joaquin Borrego, Jr.: 806-742-3711 Ext. 232, Fax #: 806-742-0818
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Insomnia and Other Sleep Disorders
To promote the social, professional, and scholarly interaction of individuals who share an interest in insomnia and other sleep disorders.
Contact Information: Collen E. Carney, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: colleen.carney@duke.edu
Mailing address: Duke University Medical Center, Sleep Disorders Clinic, Box 2908, Durham, NC 27705
Phone #: 919-681-8730, Fax #: 919-681-8744
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Men's Mental and Physical Health (in-formation)
Contact Information: Michael Addis, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: maddis@clark.edu
Mailing address: Clark University, Department of Psychology, 950 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610
Phone #: 508-793-7266, Fax #: 508-793-7265
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Mindfulness & Acceptance http://www/mindfulnessandacceptance.org
The goals of the Mindfulness and Acceptance SIG is 1) to provide a forum to members for the development and dissemination of a behavioral science infused with mindfulness and acceptance techniques-including the discussion of current controversies and limitations of current research and directions for future research in these areas; 2) to provide information for training in mindfulness and acceptance schemes; 3) to foster collaboration and free exchange among researchers and clinicians, and ; 4) to create opportunities for members to network with colleagues who share these common interests.
Contact Information: Holly Orcutt, SIG Leader, e-mail: horcutt@niu.edu
Mailing address: Department of Psychology, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, 60115
Phone #: 815-753-5920, Fax #: 815-753-8088
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Native American Issues in Behavior Therapy and Research
Our purpose is to provide a link between traditional Native American values and contemporary psychology. We welcome and encourage people of all ethnicities to join in our endeavors to increase the representation of Native American mental health issues at ABCT, disseminate research and other important information, and network with other interested groups and individuals.
Contact Information: Annie Belcourt-Dittloff, SIG Leader, anniebd17@msn.com
Mailing address: 170 South 36th Street Boulder, CO 80305
Phone #: 303-494-1343, Cell #: 303-903-5523
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Obesity and Eating Disorders http://www.geocities.com/aabtoedsig
The Obesity and Eating Disorders SIG is a multi-disciplinary group of behavioral professionals with clinical and research interests in obesity and eating disorders. The purpose of the OED SIG is to foster communication and interaction among researchers and clinicians with shared interests in the characterization and treatment of obesity and eating disorders. Members bring to the OED SIG a wide range of expertise in biobehavioral, clinical, epidemiological and physiological aspects of both eating disorders and obesity, making for lively and informative interaction.
Contact Information: Carolyn Becker, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: cbecker@trinity.edu
Mailing Address: Trinity University, Dept. of Psychology, One Trinity Place, San Antonio, TX 78212-7200
Phone #: 210-999-8326, Fax #: 210-999-8386
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Parenting and Families aabtparentingsig@coollist.com (list serve)
Contact Information: Andrea Chronis, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: achronis@psyc.umd.edu
Mailing Address: University of Maryland, Department of Psychology, College Park, MD 20742
Phone #: 301-405-9640, Fax #: 301-314-9566
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Rehabilitation and Neuropsychology http://groups.yahoo.com/group/rehabneurosig/
The purpose of the Rehabilitation and Neuropsychology SIG is to bring together practitioners and researchers with shared interests in advancing empirically based clinical assessment and treatments for a variety of acute and chronic health conditions. We hope to attract individuals who are interested in advancing research in the etiology, course, effects, and interventions in the areas of rehabilitation and neuropsychology such as chronic pain, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, brain injuries, geriatric issues, disability, and social support. This goal is consistent with ABCT in that we hope to broaden the development of empirically supported interventions towards the treatment of these types of populations. We are particularly interested in advancing our knowledge in the application of cognitive-behavioral assessment and therapy techniques in rehabilitation and neuropsychological populations. Our mission is to disseminate research findings and to facilitate communication and networking opportunities for SIG members. The number of ABCT members active in the practice and research in the areas of rehabilitation and neuropsychology is growing and vibrant, and we are excited to expand professional interactions.
Contact Information: Laura E. Dreer, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: dreer@uab.edu
Mailing address: Clinical Research Unit, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 609 Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital, 1720 University Boulevard, Birmingham, AL 35294
Phone #: 205-325-8681, Fax #: 205-325-8692
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Schizophrenia and Other Serious Mental Disorders http://www.schizophreniasig.com/
This SIG provides a forum for mental health professionals and students with an interest in schizophrenia and other serious mental disorders. It provides a forum for discussion of innovative behavioral and cognitive treatment approaches, basic and applied research, and public policy issues.
Contact Information: James C. Seltzer, M.B.A., Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: jseltze@hartosp.org
Phone #: 860-545-7252, Fax #: 860-545-7510
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Science & Pseudoscience Review
Contact Information: Timothy R. Stickle, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: tstickle@uvm.edu
Mailing address: Department of Psychology, John Dewey Hall, 2 Colchester Avenue, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405
Phone #: 802-656-3842, Fax #: 802-656-8783
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Spiritual and Religious Issues in Behavior Change
The ABCT Special Interest Group on Spiritual and Religious Issues in Behavior Change seeks to:
- Integrate spiritual and behavioral approaches to change,
- Encourage personal integration of spiritual and professional pursuits among behavior therapists and students of behavior therapy,
- Encourage research on spiritual aspects of behavior change and on behavioral aspects of spirituality,
- Communicate modern behavioral sciences and behavioral therapy to religious and pastoral counseling professions and groups,
- Explore spiritual and religious issues in the practice of behavior therapy
Contact Information: Hank Robb, Ph.D., ABPP, SIG Leader, e-mail: robbhb@pacificu.edu
Mailing address: 4550 SW Kruse Way, Suite 225, Lake Oswego, OR 97035
Phone #: 503-635-2489, Fax #: 503-635-0583
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Student SIG http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/aabtstudentsig/
Contact Information: Mercedes E. Carswell, M.A., SIG Leader, e-mail: carsweL2@msu.edu
Mailing address: 110E Psychology Building, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824
Phone #: 517-355-9564; Fax #: 517-353-5437
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Study of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Issues http://groups.yahoo.com/group/glbt-sig/
The purpose of the GLBT SIG is to provide networking, support, and collaboration for Behavior Therapists who are interested in the application of behavioral principles to the study of lesbian, gay, and bisexual issues. This can include the extension of empirically validated CBT interventions to LGBT individuals as well as academic, professional, clinical, and training support for behavior therapists with such interests. The SIG can also be a forum for promoting accurate and unbiased information to behavioral therapists about work with LGBT clients. Lastly, the SIG can provide a source of networking and support to GLBT-allied members.
Contact Information: Keith J. Horvath., Ph.D., SIG Co-Leader, e-mail: khorvath@umphysicians.umn.edu , Mary Plummer, M.S., SIG Co-Leader, e-mail: marydp@u.washington.edu
Mailing address: Keith Horvath, Program in Human Sexuality, 1300 S. 2nd St., #180, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 55454; Mary Plummer, Department of Psychology, Box 351525, University of Washington, Seattle, WA 98195
Phone #s: Keith Horvath: 612-624-7984, Fax #: 612-626-8311; Mary Plummer: Fax #: 206-685-3157
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Women's Issues in Behavior Therapy http://www3.niu.edu/acad/psych/Orcutt/aabtwomen.htm
Contact Information: Giao Q. Tran, Ph.D., SIG Leader, e-mail: ABCT_womens_issues_sig@yahoo.com
Mailing address: University of Cincinnati, Dyer Hall, Room 429, 2624 Clifton Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0376
Phone #: 513-556-2435; Fax #: 513-556-1904
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This page was updated on April 24, 2006