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What I love most about being a therapist is sharing a deep connection with others. There are so many “theories” about how to achieve life goals. No doubt, you’ve tried many things on your own. Perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed or “stuck”, even in crisis. The challenge in therapy is developing an approach that will be most effective with your unique abilities and style. As a psychologist I witness profound changes in my clients. Using our resources together we are able to effectively address even life’s most complex challenges. Let’s meet and explore!

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology: Widener University 1993

Masters in Clinical Psychology: Widener University 1992

Bachelors of Science in Nursing: Thomas Jefferson University 1987

Associate of Science in Nursing: Gwynedd Mercy College 1984

Post Doctoral Certificate Critical Incident Stress Management

Specialist in First Responders: University of Maryland Honors College 2006

Certified Facilitator SMART Recovery Foundation 2023

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Experience

Dr. Roberts’ career has blended experiences in clinical psychology, nursing, teaching and emergency services.

She was a full time assistant professor at Thomas Jefferson University and an adjunct faculty member at Widener University and University of Cincinnati. More recently she became a certified police trainer for New Jersey and taught police, firefighters, medics and emt’s how to respond appropriately to people with mental health conditions.

Dr. Roberts has maintained an outpatient private practice in clinical psychology since 1995 providing psychotherapy and diagnostic evaluations. She continued to practice nursing and worked for 15 years as an emergency room nurse. For many years she participated in critical incident response teams that served first responders in New Jersey and Ohio.

Dr. Roberts is a life long learner and continues to pursue educational goals and challenges herself with new clinical experiences. She views social reform and systemic change as a personal responsibility.