Diana Rivera, Ma, Pcc, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

I am a Licensed Psychologist in the state of CA (PSY32485) and work in the practice of Paula E. Bruce, Ph.D. & Associates. I am a certified Personal Development Coach through IPEC, a graduate of UC Santa Cruz. I hold a Master's in Psychology with a specialization in creativity and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Saybrook University. As a diverse professional, I also run my own coaching/facilitation business dedicated to advancing creative people/potential and have coached to business professionals with BetterUp. I currently conduct evaluations and other projects for Aroha Consulting and am an Adjunct Professor of Clinical Psychology at Saybrook University. I also write for Darling Magazine on popular subjects related to relationships, communication, creativity, and so on.I have various passions expanding from the worlds of creativity, coaching and clinical psychology. My objectives are to work with (i) diverse communities, specifically those in the educational, creative and innovative industries, to engage in creative processes that inspire mental wellness, learning, self-esteem, self expression and in the expression of human potential; (ii) to facilitate professionals, innovation and thought leaders in non-profit organizations and for-profit companies in developing greater outcomes around increased productivity, self-esteem, self expression and leadership; (iii) to facilitate courses and workshops which explore creativity in human development, imagination within consciousness, mental wellness and other topics using relevant research in psychology; (iv) to help individuals overcome barriers due to mental health concerns and experience healing and wholeness.My background includes:Curriculum development and facilitation in the arts and creative process to children, adolescents and teachers, administrators, leaders, artists and entertainment professionalsTeaching clinical psychology courses including Personality Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Human Sexuality and Clinical InterventionsOne-on-one and group personal and professional development coaching and consultation for non-profit and for profit entitiesAcademic writing and research in psychology Popular psychological writing for Darling MagazineClinical training as a PsychologistProfessional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching FederationArts production/marketing for festivals, award programs and international exhibitsPerforming and fine arts training and collaboration

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