Erika
Liljedahl
Erika Liljedahl
Department Chair
- Campus: Online
- Department: Forensic Psychology
- Institution: The Chicago School
- Office Phone: 312-379-1670
Biography
Dr. Erika L. Liljedahl trained in the field of disability and neuropsychology. Dr. Liljedahl worked in various settings including outpatient and inpatient hospitals and clinics, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, in substance and day treatment facilities, as well as in private practice and consultation roles. She has been teaching at the graduate level for over 20 years and has presented nationally and internationally. While she began her career in neuropsychology, Dr. Liljedahl was immediately exposed to civil forensic evaluations and then continued to conduct both civil and criminal forensic neuropsychological evaluations and thus taught herself how to be unflappable and effective on her first deposition. Dr. Liljedahl maintains an active interest in her own professional development and is inspired by her travels to continuously integrate cultural relevant information into the classroom.
Education History
Degree Institution Psy.D. Clinical Psychology Forest Institute of Professional Psychology MLS Master of Legal Studies The Santa Barbara and Ventura Colleges of Law M.S. Counseling Education Canisius College Dual B.A. Psychology and German University of New York at Buffalo Professional Memberships
Role Organization Member American Psychological Association (APA) Presentations
Title Location Date Labbett, M. and Liljedahl, E. (2020). Music to Our Ears: Creating a Multi-Modality Course from the First Note, to the Final Composition! Accepted to the Online Learning Consortium. 11/20 Labbett, M. and Liljedahl, E. (2020). Creating a Multi-Modality Course from the First Note, to the Final Composition! Accepted to the Quality Matters Connect Conference: 12th Annual Conference on Quality Assurance in Online Learning. 10/20 Quiñonez, V., Liljedahl, E.L. and Chivers, K. (2020). Building a Culture of Assessment Across the Academy at the 2020 WASC Senior College and University Commission Academic Resource Conference. 4/20 Liljedahl, E.L. and Glaser, D. (2020). A Multi-Tiered Approach to Effective Engagement in Online Education at the 2020 WASC Senior College and University Commission Academic Resource Conference. 4/20 Liljedahl, E.L. (2020). Greece: The Birth of Ethics. Presented at the Global Engagement Online Summit at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. 4/20 Liljedahl, E.L., Iaccino, J. and Faille, L. (2020). Best Practices for Interviewing Children; Mental Health and Solitary Confinement. Presented two of six mini-lectures for students at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at the Mini-Lecture Series. 1/20 Liljedahl, E.L. and Iaccino, J. (2019). ADHD or Medical Condition: A Case Study; A Brain Injury Case; Miranda Rights and Learning Disability and/or Brain Injury: A Case Study. Presented three of six mini-lectures for students at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at the Mini-Lecture Series. 8/19 Liljedahl, E.L. and Iaccino, J. (2019). Presented Integration of Interprofessional Education into National Curriculum: Examples from Online MA Forensic Psychology at the 2nd annual Interprofessional Conferences at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology 5/19 Liljedahl, E.L. (2017). Shared project that was presented in New Mexico at SPSSI, Community Education of the Autism Spectrum at The Chicago School. Online webinar 11/17 Liljedahl, E.L., Moore-Torres, K., Catagnus, R. (2017). Community Education of the Autism Spectrum. Will be presented at The Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues. Albuquerque, NM 6/17 Liljedahl, E.L. (2017). Autism and the Criminal Justice System – A Primer. Steps to Ensure Safety and Advocacy. Online webinar 4/17 Liljedahl, E.L. (2016). How to Get the Most Out of Your Travels. Presentation during International Week at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Online webinar 11/16 Liljedahl, E.L. (2016). A Model for Happiness: A Holistic Approach for Early Interventions. Presented at the XI Autism-Europe International Congress. Edinburgh, Scotland 9/16 Anderson, K., Cassens, A., Caro, D., Goines, G., Meadows, J. and Liljedahl, E.L. (2016). Alumni Career Panel Series, a panel discussion at TCSPP. Online webinar 5/16 Conway, E. and Liljedahl, E.L. (2016). Alumni Career Panel Series, a panel discussion at TCSPP. Online webinar 5/16 Liljedahl, E.L. (2015). Packing Your Luggage. Presentation during International Week at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Online webinar 11/15 Galligan, M.J., Brigantty, C.A., Kelly, J.C., Singer, T.M., Hoy-Watkins, M., Liljedahl, E.L., and Coker, K.L. (2015). Hierarchy of needs and its relation to gang membership. Poster presented at the 123rd Annual American Psychological Association (APA) Convention. Toronto, Canada 8/15 Liljedahl, E.L., Cassens, A, and Davison, M. (2015). A Panel Discussion on Trauma, a colloquim at TCSPP. Online webinar 4/15 Liljedahl, E.L., Cassens, A, and Davison, M. (2015). Hot Topics in Forensic Psychology, a colloquim at TCSPP. Online webinar 2/15 Liljedahl, E.L. and Park, Young Min (2014). Cross-cultural Communication in the Classroom and Abroad. Presentation during International Week at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Online webinar 11/14 Liljedahl, E.L. (2014). Integrating Greek History into the Teaching of Ethics at the Graduate Level." Lectured at the 19th Annual Association of Psychology & Psychiatry for Adults & Children (A.P.P.A.C.). Athens, Greece 5/14 Rishel, D., Liljedahl, E.L., and Phelps, L. (2015). The Impact of Multi-Campus Program Review and Curriculum Alignment on Student Satisfaction and Retention. Presented at ARC, a WSCUC annual conference. San Francisco, CA 4/15 Community Involvement
Organization Volunteer, current: Equine Assisted Therapy Volunteer, past: Developed Service Learning Course at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology with Diveheart as a partner site. Diveheart uses educational scuba diving and snorkeling to assist with physical therapies as well as emotional and cognitive development. Participated in fund raising for The American Cancer Society and Multiple Sclerosis Society; and other pro bono volunteering. Areas of Expertise
Area Expertise Clinical Psychology / Mental Health Assessment/Psychological Testing Diversity Cultural Issues Ethical & Legal Issues Code of Conduct for Psychologists Psychology Subdisciplines - Forensic Psychology Subdisciplines - Neuropsychology Licenses
Licensed Clinical Psychologist , Illinois Licensed Clinical Psychologist , Missouri Licensed Clinical Psychologist , Colorado Publications
Newspaper Liljedahl, E.L.. "Steps to Enhance Your Assessment of Autism.." Mental Health Spoltlight in the Fraternal Order of Police Chicago Lodge 7 Official Magazine.. [] April 2020: 36. Print.
Professional Skills
neuropsychology, assessment, disability, ethics in professional psychology