Psychological
Theories
Theories
Focus on observing and influencing behavior
Behaviorism
Study of how social influence, social perception and social interaction influence individual and group behavior
Social Psychology
Focus on emotional, social, vocational, educational, health-related, developmental, and organizational concerns—such as improving well-being, alleviating distress and maladjustment, and resolving crises. Strength-based approach.
Counseling psychology
Both of these QCC professors attended UMASS Amherst as undergraduates
Professor Judy Colson
Professor Valarie Clemente
A degree that requires 1-2 years of study post-bachelor's degree
Master's Degree
A theory deriving from general behavioral theory that considers cognitive or thought processes as significant mediators of behavioral and emotional change
Cognitive Behavioral Theory
The area of psychology that studies the physiological processes of the nervous system and relates them to behavior and cognition.
Neuropsychology
Supports the judicial system and other organizations dedicated to public safety. This expertise and assessments are important in a range of issues that straddle the psychology and legal fields, from mental competence to youth testimony.
forensic psychology
This professor attended a community college as part of completing their education
Professor Mania
Extensive research paper that was conducted as a part of the candidate’s doctoral training
dissertation
Based on the idea that people are frequently motivated by unrecognized wishes and desires that originate in one’s unconscious.
Psychoanalysis and Psychodynamic theories
Study of cognitions (thoughts), and their relationship to experiences and actions
Cognitive psychology
Scientific study of human development across the lifespan
Developmental psychology
This professor completed their PhD at Clark University.
Doctoral degree (doctor of philosophy) conferred in many disciplinary perspectives housed in a traditional college of liberal arts and sciences
PhD
Focuses on individuals’ capacity to make their own choices, create their own style of life, and actualize themselves in their own way
Humanism
Science that studies human behavior in organizations and the workplace.
Industrial and Organization Psychology
Area of psychology that focuses on the interactions between mental and emotional factors and physical performance in sports, exercise, and other activities
Sports and Exercise psychology
This professor often teaches Abnormal and Personality psychology.
A doctoral degree (doctor of psychology) that places less emphasis on research-oriented skills and focuses more on application of psychological principles in the clinical context
PsyD
A broad conceptual model that focuses on the relationships between and among interacting individuals in a family
Family Systems Theory
Studies individuals with disabilities and chronic health conditions and help to improve their overall quality of life
Rehabilitation Psychology
study of patterns of thoughts and behaviors that make each individual unique
Personality psychology
This professor is new to QCC and is teaching Intro to Psychology.
Professor Neha Dhawan
Allows early-career scientists to further broaden their research and/or clinical skills under the supervision of other professionals in the field after completing their doctorate
Post Doctoral training
Emphasizes the subjective meaning of human experience, the uniqueness of the individual, and personal responsibility reflected in choice
Existentialism
Use psychological science to improve the interactions of people with the world around us
Climate and Environmental Psychology
Area(s) of psychology that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders and other problematic patterns of behavior
Clinical and/or Counseling psychology
This professor has a background in dance and theater.
Professor Lizette Cordeiro
What does the APA stand for?
American Psychological Association