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Dean, Academic Affairs

Dean of Academic Affairs
Associate Professor
School Psychology

Department: Academic Affairs
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Email: BMcGrath@thechicagoschool.edu
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Biography

Currently the Dean of Academic Affairs, Dr. Breeda McGrath joined The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2007 as an Associate professor in the School Psychology program. Breeda worked as a psychologist in public schools in Illinois for over 9 years before coming to TCSPP. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and a certified school psychologist. Breeda holds a doctorate and masters in school psychology from Loyola University and a bachelor's in religious education and music from Mater Dei Institute in Ireland.

Education

Ph.D. Psychology -- Loyola University, Chicago, IL
M.Ed. School Psychology -- Loyola University, Chicago, IL
B. Rel. Sc. - Religious Education & Music -- Mater Dei Institute, Ireland

Licensure(s)

Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Certified School Psychologist

Areas Of Expertise

Select Presentations

Violence Prevention and Intervention in Schools
Social Emotional Programs - NASP Conference
Mood Disorders - NASP Colloquium
Response to Intervention (RTI)
Coping with the Holidays - Families Anonymous Convention
Spiraling Data: Special Education Policy and Qualitative Research

Community Involvement

Intercultural Montessori Language School
Oak Park Medical Reserve Corps

Professional Memberships

Illinois School Psychologists Association - www.ilispa.org
National Association of School Psychologists - www.nasponline.org
American Psychological Association - www.apa.org

Q&A

Q: Please describe your teaching philosophy.
A: Teaching is an exciting form of learning - savor each moment

Q: Why did you choose to enter the field of psychology?
A: I was just following my passion! Psychology has interested me since adolescence.

Q: What advice would you give to a student entering The Chicago School?
A: Read as much as you can - it will help you define and explore your passion.

Campus Affiliation

The Chicago School Chicago

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