Melba Vasquez, PhD, ABPP

MELBA J. T. VASQUEZ, PH.D ABPP

 

Professional Address

 

2901 Bee Cave Road, Box N

Anderson House at Heritage Square

Austin, Texas 78746

(512) 329-8000; (512) 329-8299-fax

 

EDUCATION

 

9/74     -   8/78             Ph.D., Counseling Psychology, The University of Texas, Austin, Texas (APA accredited).

 

6/73     -   8/74             Graduate work in Counseling and Guidance, Southwest Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas.

 

6/69     -   8/72             B.A. with honors, English/Political Science, Secondary Teaching Certification, Southwest Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas.

 

LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION

 

Diplomate in Counseling Psychology, #4066 American Board of Professional Psychology, 1989

National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology, # 41679, 1991

Licensed Psychologist, Texas, #2529, January, 1983

Licensed Psychologist, Colorado, #733, January, 1982

 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

 

6/91     -  present         Independent Practice, Psychologist and Executive Director, Vasquez & Associates Mental Health Services.  Austin, Texas. Individual, group & relationship psychotherapy; consultation & training for organizations; forensic consultation.

 

1/83     -   6/91             Independent Practice (part-time), Austin, Texas.

 

8/82     -   6/91             Senior Psychologist, Counseling and Mental Health Center (APA accredited), The University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

1/83     -   6/91             Lecturer, Educational Psychology Department, Counseling Psychology (APA accredited), The University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

7/84     -   5/87             Program Director for Training, Counseling and Mental Health Center (APA accredited), The University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

8/80     -   8/82             Director of Training, University Counseling Center (APA accredited), Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado.

 

8/78     -   8/82             Senior Psychologist, University Counseling Center (APA accredited), Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado.

 

8/78     -   8/82             Assistant Professor, Psychology Department, Counseling Section, (APA accredited), Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado.

 

9/76     -   5/78             Intern, Counseling and Mental Health Center (APA accredited), The University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

9/75     -   5/78             Teaching Assistant in Educational Psychology, The University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

7/76     -   8/76             American Psychological Association Congressional Intern, U.S. Representative Henry B. Gonzalez, Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C.

 

6/76     &  8/76             Research Assistant, Texas Regional Resource Center, Southwest Educational Lab, Austin, Texas.

 

1/76     -   6/76             Practicum Trainee, Counseling-Psychological Services Center,

            &  8/76             The University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

9/75     -   12/75           Practicum Trainee, Collier Street Human Development Center (a Mental Health Mental Retardation Community Facility), Austin, Texas.

 

6/75     -   8/75             Psychology Trainee, Veterans Administration Hospital, Temple, Texas.

 

1/75     -   12/75           Tutor, Special Student Services, The University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

9/72     -   5/74             Teacher, Canyon Middle School, Comal Independent School District, New Braunfels, Texas.

 

1/72     -   8/72             Research Evaluation Assistant, Bilingual Development Program, Southwest Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas.

 

 

AWARDS AND FELLOWSHIPS

 

Psychologist of the Year, American Psychological Association Division 42, Psychologists in Independent Practice, APA Annual Convention, August, 2008, Boston, MA.

Friend of the Asian American Psychological Association Award.  Annual Conference, August, 2008, Boston, MA.

Advocacy Award, Association for the Advancement of Psychology, August, 2008, Boston, MA.

California Psychological Association Distinguished Contribution to Psychology as a Profession Award; California Psychological Association Annual Convention, April, 2008, Anaheim, CA.

Alfred M. Wellner, PhD Senior Career Award for Outstanding Service to Psychology, National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology, November, 2007.

Distinguished Professional Contributions to Independent or Institutional Practice in the Private Sector, American Psychological Association, August, 2007.

APA Karl F. Heiser Presidential Award for Advocacy, August, 2007

APA Division 17 Presidential Citation for Outstanding Career Contribution to the Profession Via Excellence In Mentoring, August, 2007

Woman of the Year, American Psychological Association’s Division 17, Society of Counseling Psychology Section for the Advancement of Women, August, 2006

Honorary Doctorate Degree, Phillips Graduate Institute, May, 2005.

James M. Jones Lifetime Achievement Award, American Psychological Association, 2004.

Psychologist of the Year, Texas Psychological Association, November, 2003.

Foremother Award in Appreciation for Contributions to the Section for the Advancement of Women, and Counseling Psychology of Women, Society of Counseling Psychology Division 17, American Psychological Association, 2003.

Eminent Women: 25th Annual Symposium on Historical and Personal Perspectives, American Psychological Association, 2003.

Senior Career Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychology in the Public Interest, American Psychological Association, 2002.

     Janet E. Helms Award for Mentoring and Scholarship, Winter Roundtable on Cross-Cultural Psychology and Education, Columbia University, 2002.

Vision to Action Award, Austin Women’s Psychotherapy Project, Kaleidoscope of Women’s Lives conference, 2002.

John Black Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Practice of Counseling Psychology,

     Division 17, Counseling Psychology, American Psychological Association, 2000.

The Distinguished Leader for Women in Psychology Award, Committee of Women in

     Psychology, American Psychological Association, 2000.

Award for Extraordinary Contributions in the Professional Practice of Counseling Psychology,

     Academy of Counseling Psychology of the American Board of Professional Psychology,

     2000.

Outstanding Contribution to Public Service Award, Texas Psychological Association, 1999.

Distinguished Career Contributions to Service Award, Division 45 of the America

    Psychological Association, Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues,

    1999.

Hispanic Alumni Award for Outstanding Achievement, Southwest Texas State University, 1994.

Centennial Award for Early Career Contribution to the Public Interest Directorate, American Psychological Association, 1992.

Achievement Award for Teaching and Training, Minority Fellowship Program, American Psychological Association, 1989.

Fellow Status, American Psychological Association, 1989.  Divisions 1, 17, 35, 42, 44, 45, 49, 56.

Outstanding Woman, Mexican-American Business and Professional Women's Association, 1985.

Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Society, The University of Texas, 1983.

5000 Personalities of the World, American Biographical Institute, 1983.

Annuit Coeptis Award for Emerging Professionals, American College and Personnel Association, Boston, Massachusetts, 1980.

Outstanding Young Woman of America, Colorado State University, 1980.

Research Grant, Office of Graduate Studies, The University of Texas, 1978.

American Psychological Association Minority Fellowship, 1975-78.

Who's Who in American Colleges:  The University of Texas, 1975-76.

Outstanding Leadership and Achievement Award:  Southwest Texas State University, 1972.

American G.I. Forum Scholarship, 1969.

 

 

PUBLICATIONS

 

Book Publications 

 

Campbell, L. Vasquez, M. J. T., Behnke, S. & Kinscherff, R. (accepted for publication) Ethics for Psychologists:  A Commentary on the APA Ethics Code.  Washington, D. C.:  American Psychological Association.

 

Pope, K. & Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007) Ethics in Psychotherapy & Counseling:  A Practical Guide (3rd edition).  San Francisco:  Jossey-Bass.

 

Pope, K. & Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1998) Ethics in Psychotherapy & Counseling:  A Practical Guide. (2nd edition)  San Francisco:  Jossey-Bass.

 

Pope, K. & Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1991) Ethics in Psychotherapy & Counseling:  A Practical Guide for Psychologists.  San Francisco:  Jossey-Bass.

 

Pope, K. & Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005).  How to survive and thrive as a therapist:  Information, ideas and resources for psychologists in practice.  Washington, D. C.:  American Psychological Association. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (in preparation).  Multicultural Theories.  Volume for Theories of Psychotherapy Series.  Washington, DC:  American Psychological Association.

 

Book Chapters

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (in press).  Ethics in multicultural counseling practice.  In Ponterotto, J. G., Casas, J. M., Suzuki, L. A., Alexander, C. M. (Eds.).  Handbook of Multicultural Counseling (3rd ed.).  Thousand Oaks, CA:  Sage.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. & Bingham. R. P. (in press).  Ethics in counseling psychology.  In J. C. Hansen & E. Altmaier (Eds.).  Oxford Handbook of Counseling Psychology.  New York:  Oxford.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008) My financial considerations:  The Varied Hats I’ve worn.  Essay in A. C. Kracen and I. J. Wallace (Eds.) Applying to graduate school in psychology:  Advice from successful students and prominent psychologists.  Washington, DC:  American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007).Ethics for a diverse world. In J. Frew & M. D. Spiegler (Eds.). Contemporary psychotherapies for a diverse world, pp 20-40. New York:  Houghton Mifflin/Lahaska Press. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T., & Comas-Diaz, L. (2007). Feminist leadership among Latinas. In J. L. Chin, B. Lott, J. K. Rice, & J. Sanchez-Hucles (Eds.), Women and leadership:  Transforming visions and diverse voices. (pp.264-280). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007).  Lillian Evelyn Moller Gilbreth: The woman who “had it all” (1878-1972). In E. Gavin (ed.).  Notable Women Psychologists, pp 45-60.  New York:  Springer Publishing Company.

 

Ginorio, A., Lapayase, Y.V. & Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007).  Gender equity for Latina/os.  In S. S. Klein (Ed.).  Handbook for Achieving Gender Equity through Education, pp. 485-500.  Lawrence Erlblaum Associates.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006).  The varied, diverse and highly interesting career opportunities of a Counseling Psychologist.  In R. J. Sternberg (Ed.). Career Paths in Psychology.  135-160.  Washington, DC:  American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006).  Counseling men:  Perspectives and experiences of a woman of color.  In M. Englar-Carlson & M. Stevens. (Eds.).  In the room with men:  A casebook of therapeutic change, 241-256. Washington, D. C.:  American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006).  Foreword in A. M. Gloria &  J. Gastellanos (Eds.). Journey to a Ph.D.:  The Latina/o experience in higher education.  Thousand Oaks:  Sage.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005) Independent Practice Settings and the Multicultural Guidelines.  In M. G. Constantine & D. W. Sue (Eds.).  Strategies for building multicultural competence in mental health and educational settings, pp. 91-108. Washington, D.C.:  American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T., Han, A. L., de las Fuentes, C. (2006).  Adaptation of immigrant girls

            and women.  In J. Worell & C. D. Goodheart (eds.) Handbook of girls’ and women’s psychological health: gender and well being across the lifespan, pp  439-446.  New York:  Oxford University Press.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T., (2003)  What to expect from ethical psychotherapy.  In L. Slater,  J. Henderson Daniel & A. E. Banks (Eds.) The Complete Guide to Mental  Health for Women, 344-354. Boston:  Beacon Press.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003)  Ethical responsibilities in therapy:  A feminist perspective.  In M. Kopala and M. A. Keitel (Eds.)  Handbook on Counseling Women, 575-580. Thousand Oaks, CA:  Sage.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. Baker, N. L. &  Shullman, S. L. (2002).  Assessing employment discrimination and harassment. In A. M. Goldstein (Ed.)  Forensic psychology (Vol. 11) of I.B. Weiner (Ed.) Comprehensive handbook of psychology, 259-278. New York:  John Wiley.

 

Casas, J. M., Vasquez, M. J. T. &  Ruiz de Esparza, C. A.  (2002).  Counseling the Latina/o:  A guiding framework for a diverse population.  In P. B. Pedersen, J. G. Draguns, W. J. Lonner, J. E. Trimble (Eds.).  Counseling Across Cultures (5th Ed.).  Thousand Oaks: Ca:  Sage.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (2001).  Reflections on Unearned Advantages, Unearned Disadvantages, and Empowering Experiences.  In J. G. Ponterotto, J. M. Casas, L. A. Suzuki, C. M. Alexander (Eds.).  Handbook of Multicultural Counseling (2nd ed.), pp. 64-77. Thousand Oaks, Calif.:  Sage. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. & de las Fuentes, C.  (2000) Hate Speech or Freedom of Expression?  Balancing Autonomy and Feminist Ethics in a Pluralistic Society.   In M. Brabeck (ed.)  Practicing Feminist Ethics in Psychology, pp 225-248 Washington, D. C.:  American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. & de las Fuentes, C. (1999).  American-Born Asian, African, Latina and Native American Adolescent Girls:  Challenges and Strengths.  In N. G. Johnson, M. Roberts & J. Worell.  Beyond Appearance:  A New Look at Adolescent Girls. Washington, D. C.:  American Psychological Association.

 

 de las Fuentes, C. & Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Immigrant  Adolescent Girls of Color:  Facing American Challenges.  In N. G. Johnson, M. Roberts & J. Worell.  Beyond Appearance:  A New Look at Adolescent Girls.  Washington, D. C.:  American Psychological Association.

 

Han, A. L. & Vasquez, M. J. T. (2nd ed., 1997 ).   Group interventions and treatment with ethnic minorities.  In J. F. Aponte, R. Y. Rivers, and J. Wohl (eds.).  Psychological Interventions and Cultural Diversity.  Boston:  Allyn and Bacon.

 

Porter, N. & Vasquez, M.  (1997).  Covision:  Feminist Supervision, Process, and Collaboration.  In J. Worell and N. G. Johnson (eds.).  Shaping the Future of Feminist Psychology:  Education, Research, and Practice.  Washington, D. C.:  American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. & Han, A. L. (1994).   Group interventions and treatment with ethnic minorities.  In J. F. Aponte, R. Y. Rivers, and J. Wohl (eds.).  Psychological Interventions and Cultural Diversity, 109-127.  Boston:  Allyn and Bacon.    

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1994).  Latinas.  In L. Comas-Diaz and B. Greene (eds.). Women of Color & Mental Health:  The Integration of Race, Gender, and Culture into Treatment.  New York:  Gilford Press, pp. 114-138. 

 

Casas, J. M. & Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1989, 1996).  Counseling the Hispanic Client:  A Theoretical and Applied Perspective.  In P. Pedersen, J. Draguns, W. Lonner & J. Trimble, (eds) Counseling Across Cultures (3rd ed.pp 153-186 & 4th ed., pp. 146-176)  Honolulu:  University of Hawaii Press.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Barón, A. Jr.  (1988).  The psychology of the Chicano experience:  A sample course structure.  In P. Bronstein & K. Quina (Eds.), Teaching the Psychology of People:  Resources for gender and sociocultural awareness.  American Psychological Association:  Washington, D.C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1984).  Power and Status of the Chicana:  A Social-Psychological Perspective.  In J.L. Martinez & R.N. Mendoza (Eds.), Chicano Psychology (2nd ed., pp 269-287).  New York; Academic Press.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Gonzalez, A.M.  (1981).  Sex roles among Chicanos:  Stereotypes, challenges and changes.  In A. Barón, Jr. (Ed.), Explorations in Chicano Psychology.  New York:  Praeger Press.

 

Estrada, L. J. & Vasquez, M. J.  (1981).  Schooling and its social and psychological effects on minorities in the United States.  In W. Simms and B. Bas de Martinez (Eds.), Multiethnic Relations:  Implications for Education.  Washington, D.C.:  University Press of America, Inc.

 

Barón, A. Jr., Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Valdez, J.  (1981).  A comparison of minority student concerns at two university campuses.  In A. Barón, Jr. (Ed.) Explorations in Chicano Psychology.  New York:  Praeger Press.

 

Vasquez, M.J. & Chavez, E.  (1980).  Unique student populations.  In W. Morrill and J. Hurst, (Eds.), Dimensions of Intervention for Student Development, New York:  John Wiley & Sons.

 

Vasquez, M.J. & Mendoza, P.  (1979).  Death and dying structured exercises:  Awareness of grief process, awareness of losses, workshop warm-up.  In L. Bugen (Ed.), Death and Dying:  Theory, Research and Practice, Dubuque, Iowa:  W.C. Brown, Publishers.

 

Mendoza, P., Vasquez, M.J. and Gonzalez, A.M.  (1978).  Listing and discussion of recommendations generated at the Texas/New Mexico symposium.  In Proceedings of the Texas/New Mexico Symposium on the Delivery of Mental Health Services to Mexican Americans, Austin, Texas:  Hogg Foundation for Mental Health.

 

Journal Articles

 

Vasquez, M. J. T., Bingham, R. P., Barnett, J. E. (2008).  Psychotherapy termination:  Clinical and ethical responsibilities.  Journal of Clinical Psychology:  In Session, 64, 653-665.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007).  Cultural difference and the therapeutic alliance:  An evidence-based analysis.  American Psychologist, 62, 878-886.

 

Barnett, J.E., Lazarus, A.A., Vasquez, M.J.T., Moorehead-Slaughter, O., & Johnson, W. B. (2007). Boundary issues and multiple relationships: Fantasy and reality.  Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 38, 401-410.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. &  Jones, J. M. (2006).  Increasing the number of psychologists of color:  Public policy issues for affirmative diversity.  American Psychologist, 61, 132-143.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. & Lott, B. with Garcia-Vazquez, E., Grant, S. K., Iwamasa, G. Y., Molina, L. E., Ragsdale, B. L., Vestal Dowdy, E.  (2006).  Personal reflections:  Barriers and strategies in increasing diversity in psychology.  American Psychologist, 61, 157-172.

 

Kaslow, N. J., Borden, K. A., Collins, F. L., Forrest, L., Illfelder-Kaye, J., Nelson, P. D., Rallo, J. S., Vasquez, M. J. T. & Willmuth, M. W. (2004).  Competencies Conference:  Future directions in education and credentialing in professional psychology.  Journal of Clinical Psychology, 60, 699-712.

 

Vasquez, M J. T. (2004).  Troxel v. Granville:  Impact on ethnic minority families.  Family Court Review.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003). Extending the ladder of opportunity:  Breaking through the colored glass ceiling.   2002 Presidential Address. The Counseling Psychologist, 31, 115-128.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002).  Complexities of the Latina Experience:  A tribute to Martha Bernal.  American Psychologist, 57, 878-888.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. & Lopez, S. (2002).  Obituary for Martha E. Bernal (1931-2001).  American Psychologist, 57, 362-363.

 

Vasquez, M.J. T. (2002).  Latina  Women, Exercise and Empowerment from a Feminist Psychodynamic Perspective.  Women and Therapy., 25, 23-38.

 

Bingham, R. P., Porche-Burke, L. James, S., Sue, D. W., Vasquez, M.J. T.(2002).  Introduction:  A report on the National Multicultural Conference and Summit II.  Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology.  8, 75-87.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T., Bingham, R. P. James, S. Porche-Burke, L. & Sue, D. W. (2002).  Guest Editors, Special Section:  Reports on the National Multicultural Conference and Summit II.  Cultural Diversity & Ethnic Minority Psychology, 8, 75-137.

 

Vasquez, M.J. T. (2001).  Leveling the Playing Field:  Toward the Emancipation of Women.  Psychology of Women Quarterly, 25, 89-97. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001).  Advancing the Study of Chicana/o Psychology.  The Counseling Psychologist.  29, 118-127.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (Winter, 2000) Feminist Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice.  Texas Psychologist.  15-24.

 

Sue, D. W., Bingham, Rosie P., Porche-Burke, L., Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  The Diversification of Psychology:  A Multicultural Revolution.  Report of the National Multicultural Conference and Summit.  American Psychologist. 54, 1061-1069.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Trainee Impairment:  A Response from a Feminist/Multicultural Retired Trainer.  The Counseling Psychologist, 27, 687-692.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Latinos and Violence:  Mental Health Implications and Strategies for Clinicians. Cultural Diversity and Mental Health, 4, 319-334.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (1996).  Will virtue ethics improve ethical conduct in multicultural settings and interactions?  The Counseling Psychologist.   24, 98-104.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (1994).  Implications of the 1992 Ethics Code for the practice of individual psychotherapy.  Professional Psychology:  Research and Practice.  26, 321-328.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. & Eldridge, N. S. (1994).  Bringing Ethics Alive:  Training Practitioners about Gender, Ethnicity and Sexual Orientation Issues.  Women and Therapy, 15.  (special ethics issue). Also published as chapter in book:  Gartrell, N. K. (ed.)  Bringing ethics alive:  Feminist ethics in psychotherapy practice.  Binghamton, N. Y.:  Haworth Press.

 

Vasquez, M.J.T. (1992).  Psychologist as Clinical Supervisor:  Promoting Ethical Practice.  Professional Psychology:  Research & Practice.  23, 196-202.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1991) Sexual intimacies with clients after termination:  Should a prohibition be explicit?  Ethics and Behavior.  1, 45-61.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  Research, Practice and Ethnic Minorities:  Applications of and Comments on "New Scholarship on Women."  Journal of College Student Development, 29, 504-507.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Kitchener, K.S.  (Guest editors)  (1988).  Ethics in Counseling:  Sexual Intimacy Between Counselor and Client.  Journal of Counseling and Development, 67, (4).

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Kitchener, K.S.  (1988).  Introduction to special feature.  Journal of Counseling and Development, 67, (4), 214-216.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  Counselor-Client Sexual Contact:  Implications for Ethics Training, Journal of Counseling and Development, 67, (4), 238-241.

 

Kagan, N., Armsworth, M.W., Altmaier, E.M., David, E.T., Hansen, J.C., Mills, D., Schlossberg, N., Sprinthall, N.A., Tanney, M.F., Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  Professional Practice of Counseling Psychology in Various Settings.  The Counseling Psychologist, 16, 347-365.

 

Crouse, R. & Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1985).  Using peer network therapy with a Chicano residential program.  Journal of College Student Personnel.

 

Smith, E. & Vasquez, M. J. T.   (Co-editors)  (1985).  Cross-cultural counseling.  The Counseling Psychologist, 13 (4).

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1982).  Confronting barriers to the participation of Mexican-American women in higher education.  Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences, 4 (2), 147-165.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & McKinley, D.L.  (1982).  Supervision:  A conceptual model--Reactions and an extension.  The Counseling Psychologist, 10 59-63.

 

Book Reviews and Endorsements

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1985).  Review of R.P. Duran's Hispanics' Education and Background:  Predictors of College Achievement, The Journal of Higher Education, 56 (2), 233-237.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (1994).  Review of C. Gilligan, A. Rogers & D. L. Tolman's Women, Girls & Psychotherapy:  Reframing Resistance, Contemporary Psychology.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001).  Increasing knowledge and compassion about breast cancer:  A view from both sides.  Review of A. F. Chang and K. M Spruill’s (2000) A Survivor’s Guide to Breast Cancer.  Oakland, CA.:  New Harbinger Publications.  In Psychology of Women Quarterly,.

 

Endorsement of Constantine, M. (2007).  Clinical practice with people of color:  A guide to becoming culturally competent.  New York:  Teacher’s College Press.

 

Endorsement of D. M. Kawahara & O.M. Espin (Eds) (2007)  Feminist Reflections on Growth and Transformation:  Asian American Women in Therapy.  Binghamton, NY:  Haworth Press, Inc.

Endorsement of N.  A. Foouad & P. Arredondo.  (2007).  Becoming culturally oriented:  Practical advice for psychologists and educators.  Washington, DC:  American Psychological Association.

 

Endorsement of L. S. Brown (2008) Cultural competence in Trauma Therapy:  Beyond the Flashback.  Washington, DC:  American Psychological Association.

 

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

 

American Psychological Association

 

        Member-at-Large, Board of Directors (2007-2009)

        Membership and Fellow Status: 

        Division 1 - General Psychology (Fellow Status, 1996)

        Division 9 - Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (Fellow Status in Division)

        Division 17 - Counseling Psychology (Fellow Status, 1995)

            President Elect, 2000-2001; President, 2001-2002; Past President, 2002-2003

            Chair, Fellows Committee, 2005-2006, Member, Fellows Committee 2004-2007

     Executive Committee - Council Representative - 1994-1997

     Education and Training Committee, 1990-1993 (Chairperson 1991-92)

     Program Review Committee, 1982-84

     Chairperson, Ad Hoc Committee of Ethnic Minority Affairs

     Committee on Women &Section for the Advancement of Women

     Workshop on Human Diversity for Division 17 Regional Conference, Houston, Texas,      1988, Co-Chair

Division 31-Division for State Psychological Associations

        Division 35 – Society for the Psychology of Women (Fellow Status, 1989)

             Nominations Chair, 2005, 2006

            President Elect, 1997-1998, President, 1998-1999, Past-President, 1999-2000

     Task Force for Concerns of Hispanic Women

     Program Chair, 1992 Convention

            Fellows Committee (1990-1998)

        Division 42 - Independent Practice (Fellow Status, 2000)

            Council Representative, 2004-2006; Chair, Women’s Caucus of Council

            Chair, Fellows Committee 2001-2002

            Program Committee, 2003-2004

Division 44 - Society for the Psychological Study of Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Issues (Fellow Status, 2007)

     Division 45 - Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues (Fellow Status, 1989)

            Executive Committee - Council Representative 1989-1992

        Division 49 - Group Psychotherapy (Fellow Status, 1999)

        Division 56 – Trauma Psychology (Founding Member; Fellow Status, 2007)

            Treasurer, 2006-2007).

 

 

        Governance Activities:  Standing Boards and Committees

        Board of Educational Affairs Advisory Council on Committee on Accreditation (2003-2004)

        Committee for the Advancement of Professional Practice (2001-2004)

            Liaison to Task Force on Serious Mental Illness

            Liaison to Board of Professional Affairs

            CAPP Representative to Telehealth Implementation Work Group

        Policy and Planning Board (1998-2000)

        Board of Professional Affairs (1994-1997 Chair, 1996-1997)

Board for the Advancement of Psychology in the Public Interest (1991-1993) (Chair, 1991-1992)

Committee of Women in Psychology (1990-1992)

Ethics Committee, 1986-89 (Revisions subcommittee, 1986-1989; 1997-2002)

Board of Social and Ethical Responsibility for Psychology (BSERP) 1981-84

       

        Other APA Activities: 

        APA Task Force on Council Representation, Co-Chair (with Bruce Overmeir) (2008)

        APA Task Force on the Revision of the Model Licensing Act, Chair (2006-2009).

   APA Council of Representatives Task Force on Report on the World Conference Against Racism, (2004-2005)

        APA President Ron Levant’s Task Force on Enhancing Diversity, (2005)

        APA President Diane F. Halpern’s Task Force on Public Policy, Work, and Families (2004)

   Board of Educational Affairs Advisory Council on Committee on Accreditation (2003-2004)

        Ad Hoc Council Committee on the Revision of Standards for Educational and Psychological Testing (1994-1998, Chairperson).

        Ad Hoc Committee on Legal and Ethical Issues in the Treatment of Interpersonal Violence (1995-1996, Chairperson) 

Task Force on Communication with Minority Constituents, Board of Ethnic Minority Affairs (1984-1986, Chairperson)

Task Force on Sexual Impropriety in Psychology (1990-1992)

Site Visitor, Committee on Accreditation, 1979-1994)

 

Conference Planning Activities

Steering Committee, Competencies Conference 2002:  Future Directions in Education and Credentialing in Professional Psychology.  Hosted by the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC).  November, 2002, Scottsdale, Arizona.

 

Cofounder and Planner, National Multicultural Conference & Summit I.  Co-hosted by American Psychological Association’s Divisions 17, 35, 45, and cosponsored by various other divisions and organizations.  January, 1999, Newport Beach, California

 

Planner, National Multicultural Conference & Summit II.  Co-hosted by American Psychological Association’s Divisions 17, 35, 44, 45 and cosponsored by various other divisions and organizations.  January, 2001, Santa Barbara, California.

 

Planning Committee, Supply and Demand Conference:  Training and Employment Opportunities in Psychology.  Cohosted by the American Psychological Association and the Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC) and cosponsored by various organizations.  October, 1997, Orlando, Florida.

 

National Academies of Practice

     Member, 1996-present

 

American Association of State Psychology Boards

Member, Examination Committee, 1991-1995

 

American Psychological Society

Member, 2008-present

 

National Latino Psychological Association

       Chair, Subcommittee on Education and Training

       Member, Planning Steering Committee 1978-79

       Keynote Speaker, 1988 annual meeting, Atlanta

       Keynote Speaker, 2006 annual meeting,

 

Texas Psychological Association

       President-Elect Designate, 2004; President-Elect, 2005; President, 2006; Past-President, 2007

       Board Member, 1999-2000 ex-officio member, 2001-present

       Executive Committee, Public Affairs Officer (1998-1999)

       Member, 1983-present

       Chair, Ad Hoc Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs (1985 - 1989)

       Program Co-Chair, 1988 Convention

   Board Member, Texas Psychological Foundation (1991-present) Founder, Manuel Ramirez III ethnic minority fund

   Founder and Chair, Special Interest Group, Women in Psychology,  2000-present

   Co-chair, Special Interest Group, Diversity in Psychology, 2001-present

      

Rocky Mountain Psychological Association

       Member, 1979-82

       Co-Chair, Committee for Groups Underrepresented in Psychology, 1979-82

 

Task Force and Committee for Planning, Developing and Implementing the Oral Exam for Licensure, Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, 1985-1987.

 

Editorial Board Service

 

       Çonsulting Editor, Professional Psychology:  Research and Practice

        Editorial Board Member, Journal of Counseling Psychology, 2006-2007

        Consulting Editor, Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology, 1998-2000

            Associate Editor, 2000-2002

        Editorial Board, Women and Therapy 1998-2002

       Editorial Board, Journal of Aggression, Maltreatment & Trauma, 1997-present

Editorial Board, Ethics and Behavior, 1990-present

Editorial Board, Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences, 1985-present

Consulting Editor, Psychology of Women Quarterly, 1988-1990 ad hoc reviewer, 1990-present

Editorial Board, Professional Psychology:  Research and Practice, 1988-1992, 1994-present.

Editorial Board, The Counseling Psychologist, 1983-85

Editorial Board, The Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development, 1985-88

        Editorial Board, Journal of Counseling and Development, 1989-1992

 

 

WORKSHOP/COLLOQUIUM PRESENTATIONS

 

Have provided workshops and invited addresses in the areas of Ethical Decision Making in Psychological Practice, Multicultural Ethics, Self-Care as Ethical Responsibility, Leadership, Stress Management and Burn-Out Prevention, Managing Diversity, Women in Management.

 

RECENT INVITED KEYNOTE ADDRESSES

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, November) Keynote address:  Ethics for a Diverse World and Workshop:  Cultural Difference and the Therapeutic Alliance:  Psychotherapy with Latina/o Populations. (3 hours) Presented at the annual Arizona Psychological Association Conference.  Tucson, Arizona.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, November).  Multicultural Competence:  What is important for Psychologists to Know.  Keynote presentation at the 48th Annual Meeting of Delegates of the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards. Nashville, Tenn.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, October).  Ethical Considerations in a Multicultural World. Keynote Presentation at the 59th Annual Association of University and College Counseling Center Director (AUCCCD) Conference. Ft. Worth, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, September).  Psychology in the Service of Latino/a Communities.  Keynote address presented at the Cultural Impact Conference sponsored by the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.  Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, September).  Diversity and difficult dialogues:  How to prevent and heal “ruptures.”  Keynote presentation at the Annual Conference of Counseling Center Training Agencies.  Atlanta, Georgia.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, August).  Invited Address:  2007 Award for Distinguished Professional Contributions to Independent or Institutional Practice in the Private Sector.  Cultural Difference and the Therapeutic Alliance:  An Evidence-Based Analysis.  115th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, CA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, August).  Invited Address: 2006 SAW Woman of the Year Award Address.  Latina Leadership: What I’ve Learned So Far.  115th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, CA.

 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, January).  The Challenge of conflict Among Allies:  Risks and Opportunities.  Presented as a Keynote Address at 2007 National multicultural Conference & Summit.  Seattle, WA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, October).  Distinguished Scholar Panel.  National Latina/o Psychological Association Conference:  Latina/o Psychology in the 21st Century:  New Trends and Challenges in Research and Practice.  Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, January).  Multicultural Counseling:  An Evidenced Based Perspective.  Keynote address presented at the 2nd Ånnual Mental Health Conference of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators.  Universal City, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, August).  The change process:  How we know what we know.  Invited Address—Contributions to Science and Practice, Division 17, Society of Counseling Psychology. 113th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J.T. (2005, June).  A feminist multicultural perspective on ethics.  Invited Keynote Address presented at the Symposium on Cross-Generational Mentoring:  Ethics, Feminist Principles and Professional Development. Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, May).  Surviving and thriving in the mental health profession.  Keynote Commencement Address, Phillips Graduate Institute.  Los Angeles, CA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, April).  Challenges for women of color in the sciences:  Strategies for success.  Presented to the Union of Underrepresented Sciences Students and Nostras Latinas.  Smith College, Northampton, MA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, February).  The importance of identity for Latinas: Power, leadership and achievement.  Invited Keynote Address at the annual Frank Paredes Lecture, San Antonio, Texas

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, July).  The Importance of Identity.  Invited Keynote Address at the First Annual Working Mother Best Companies for Women of Color Conference.  New York, NY

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, April).  If Only I Knew Then What I Know Now:  Perspectives of A Woman of Color.  Keynote Presentation Sponsored by Psi Chi, Presented at the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Conference, Denver ,Colorado.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, April). Competencies and Training Models to Promote Virtue, Wisdom and Ethical Behavior.  Opening Keynote Address presented to Association of Psychological Postgraduate and Internship Centers Conference. Orlando,Florida.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, October).  Breaking the Glass Ceiling in Sports:  Gender and Racial Issues.  Invited Keynote Address presented at the 17th Annual Conference of the Association for the Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology.  Tucson, Arizona. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, August).  Extending the Ladder of Opportunity:  Breaking Through the Colored Glass Ceiling.  Presidential Address for the Division of Counseling Psychology, presented at the 110th  annual convention of the American Psychological Association, Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, August).  Complexities of the Latina Experience:  A Tribute to Martha Bernal.  Invited Awards presentation, Senior Career Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychology in the Public Interest.  Presented at the 110th annual convention of the American Psychological Association, Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, February).  The Growing Complexity of Demographics in America:  Implications for Psychology.  Invited keynote award presentation, 12th annual Janet E. Helms Award for Mentoring and Scholarship in Psychology and Education at the 19th annual Teachers College Winter Roundtable.  Teachers College, Columbia Univeristy.  New York.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, November).  The Amazing Challenges and Achievements of Latino Psychologists:  A Tribute to Martha Bernal, Ph.D. Invited Keynote Address presented at the Conference, Latino Psychology 2000:  Bridging Our Diversity.  San Antonio, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, March).  Invisibility of Women of Color in Women of Color Spaces.  Invited Keynote Address to the Women of Color Institute, Association for Women in Psychology, 25th Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, March).  The Emancipation of Women:  Moving the Feminist Agenda for the 21st Century.  Invited Keynote Address for the 25th Annual Association for Women in Psychology Conference:  Womankind:  An Era of Our Own Making.  Salt Lake City, Utah.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Leveling the Playing Field:  Toward the Emancipation of Women. Presidential Address for Division 35, Psychology of Women, presented at the 107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Violence and People of Color:  Theory, Research and Practice.  Keynote Address to Conference sponsored by the Texas Association Against Sexual Assault (TAASA) and Stop Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN).  Laredo, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1997).  Ethical Issues in Clinical Practice.  Invited keynote presentation at Mid-Winter Conference for the Division of Psychology of Women, Division 35.  Seattle, WA.

 

INVITED PRESENTATIONS, WORKSHOPS, VISITING PROFESSORSHIPS

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, November).  Ethical Multicultural Practice and Multiple Relationships and Boundary Decisions.  (3 hours each workshop).  Presented for the Oregon Psychological Association, Portland, Oregon.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, November).  Dealing with Multicultural Ruptures in an Organization (6 hour workshop).  Presented for the Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, October).   Ethical Considerations in a Multicultural World and Self Care and Burn-out Prevention:  An Ethical Responsibility.  Workshops presented to Faculty, Staff and Students, University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, October).  Ethical Considerations in a Multicultural World and Self-Care and Burn-out Prevention:  An Ethical Responsibility. (3 hours each workshop).  Presented for the Bexar County Psychological Association.  San Antonio, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, July) Ethics in Psychotherapy (1 1/2 hour presentation).  Presented at the American Psychological Association Minority Fellowship Program’s Psychology Summer Institute. Washington, DC.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, June).  Ethical Considerations for a Diverse World.  (3 hour workshop) Presented for the Houston Neuropsychological Society.  Houston, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, May) Dilemmas in Ethical Practice and Strategies for Decision Making (6 hour workshop).  Presented for the Colorado Psychological Association. Denver, Colo.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, May) Ethical Considerations in a Multicultural World (3 hour workshop) & Multiple Relationships and Boundary Decisions (3 hour workshop).  Presented at the Vermont Psychological Association conference.  Berlington, Vermont.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, April) Ethics in Psychology:  Is There Ever Room for “Gray”?  Panel participant at the annual convention of the California Psychological Association, Anaheim, CA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, April)  Latina Leadership in Psychology:  What I’ve Learned so Far (2 hour talk) & Cultural Diversity and the Therapeutic Alliance:  An Ethical Analysis (2 hour talk).  Presented at Sam Houston State University Spring Lecture Series.  Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, March).  Multiple Relationships and Boundary Decisions (3 hour workshop) & Self-Care and Burn-Out Prevention:  An Ethical Responsibility (3 hour workshop).  Presented at the New Jersey Psychological Association Spring Conference, Iselin, New Jersey.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, May) Life Cycle of a Practitioner:  Preventing Burnout.  Presented to the Alaska Psychological Association.  Anchorage, Alaska.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, May).  Developing Competence in Ethical Practice for a Diverse World.  6 hour workshop presented to the College of Psychologists of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, March).  Strategies for a Successful Career:  What I’ve Learned so Far.  Presented to the annual Texas Counseling Center Internship Training Directors and Interns.  University of Texas Counseling & Mental Health Center, Austin, Tx.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, November).Multicultural Competence:  Psychotherapy and Ethics.  Baylor University, Waco, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, November).  Ethics and Diversity.  Texas State University, San Marcos, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, October).  Ethical Challenges and Strategies for Decision Making, & Ethical Considerations in a Multicultural World. Presented to the Dallas Psychological Association, Dallas, Tx.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, March 23, 24, 25).  Dilemmas in Ethical Practice and Strategies for Decision Making.  Sponsored by the Missouri State Committee of Psychologists.  St. Louis, Mo., Columbia, Mo., Kansas City, Mo.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, February).  Ethics and Risk Management Workshop.  Presented for the Capital Area Psychological Association.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, December).  Developing Competency in a Diverse World:  Multicultural Ethics.  Presented for the Houston Psychological Association.  Houston, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, April).  Multicultural Ethics:  Practical Strategies in a Diverse World.  Workshop presented at the University of Houston Clear Lake, Spring Mental Health Symposium.  Clear Lake, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, March).  Ethical Dilemmas in Multiple Relationships:  Strategies for Ethical Decision Making.  Association of Directors of Clinical Psychology Training Clinics annual conference.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, February).  Multicultural Guidelines:  Overview and Clinical Applications and Ethical Decision Making and Boundaries with Diverse Clientele.  Presented at the Federation of North Texas Universities.  Denton, Texas

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. &  Behnke, S. (2004, November).  Ethical Challenges and Dilemmas:  Decision Making for Mental Health Professionals and the New APA Ethics Code.  Illinois Psychological Association annual convention.  Chicago, Illinois.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, October) (with L. Mersky).  Ethical Considerations in Group Psychotherapy. Austin Group Psychotherapy Society, Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, September).  Strategies for Addressing Ethical Strategies and Dilemmas.  Presented to faculty and students of Regents University doctoral clinical program.  Virginia Beach, Virginia.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, August). Ethical Considerations in a Multicultural World.  Presented at the annual conference, “College Counseling in a Multicultural World.” Texas A& M University.  College Station, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, July).  Power, leadership and achievement:  The importance of identity.  Workshop presented at “Women in Corporate America Track” of the Texas Hispanic Society of Hispanic MBA’s.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, May). Ethical Multicultural Practice:  Challenging Dilemmas with Diverse Consumers.  Invited Presentation at California School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles, (Alliant University). 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, April). Diversity for All:  Multiculturalism in Practice, Teaching, Research and Advocacy.  Invited Presentation at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, April).  Ethical Challenges and Dilemmas:  An Ethics Update.  Invited Presentation at University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, March).  Strategies for Ethical Decision Making in Psychotherapy.   Invited Workshop with Bob McPherson, at the Texas Psychological Association Professional Education Conference.  The Woodlands, Houston, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, February). Ethics Updates for Psychologists.  Capital Area Psychological Association.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, August).  Strategies to Increase the Number of Psychologists of Color:  Potential Outcomes and Ongoing Concerns.  Invited Address at the 111th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, August).  Historical and Personal Perspectives.  Invited address presented as part of the Twenty-Fifth Annual Symposium Eminent Women in Psychology, 111th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association. Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, August).  Food for Thought Breakfast:  If Only I Knew Then What I Know Now.  Invited Presentation to the American Psychological Association of Graduate Students (APAGS), 111th annual Convention of the American Psychological Associaton.  Toronto, Onario, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, August).  Invited participant, Town Hall meeting on Terrorism, Poverty and Racism—Enemies for a Nation at War?  Cluster program, Social Justice in an Age of Globalization (Divisions 9, 27, 34, 48, 52).  Presented at the 110th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, August).  Problems with Multiple Relationships:  Helping Without Harm and Exploitation.  Presented as part of Division 29 (Psychotherapy) Presidential Symposium:  Dual Relationships and Psychotherapy.  Invited debate presented at the 110th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, August).  Understanding Grief and Loss from a Multicultural Perspective.  Invited address presented as part of Cluster program, An Evolving World, Understanding Grief and Loss (Divisions 17, 35, 44, 45, 51) at the 100th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, March 25-27).  Visiting Professorship, University of Iowa.  Topics presented:

     Ethical Dilemmas in Counseling and Psychotherapy:  A Decision Making Model;

     The Psychological Effects of Violence and Terrorism on Children;

     Boundary Issues from a Multicutural/Feminist Ethical Perspective;

     Providing Leadership in Psychology:  Strategies for Success

     Creative Moments in Therapy:  Ethical Practice with Compassion

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, November).  Ethical Dilemmas and Challenges:  Decision Making with Integrity and Compassion.  Invited presentation at the University of California, Davis.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, November & 2002, October).  Ethical Considerations in Group Psychotherapy.  Invited presentation to the Austin Group Psychotherapy Society, Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, October).  What Underlies Ethical Dilemmas?  Presented as part of Invited Workshop, "Navigating Ethical Dilemmas with Integrity and Compassion."  Presented to Austin Association for Marriage and Family Therapists.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, October).  How Violence Affects Students.  Invited Panelist to Town Hall Meeting, "Warning signs of Youth Violence."Cosponsored by the Texas Psychological Association and the Austin Travis County Mental health Mental Retardation Center.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M.J. T. (2001, April).  Group Psychotherapy for Clients of Color.  Invited presentation to the University of Texas Counseling & Mental Health Center.  University of Texas, Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, April).  Ethics in Psychotherapy:  Strategies for Decision Making. Invited 1.5 hour presentation to the Capital Area Psychological Association, Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, April). Leadership and Resilience for Latinas/os:  Strategies for Challenging Barriers. Invited presentation at the 1st Annual Hispanic Leadership Symposium.  St. Edward’s University, Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, February).  Ethics in Psychotherapy:  Strategies for Decision Making.  Invited 2 hour presentation to the Texas University Counseling Center Counselor’s Association.  St. Edward’s University, Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, March).  Ethics in Psychotherapy:  Strategies for Decision Making. Invited  2 hour presentation to the National Conference on Counseling Psychology, Houston, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, April).  Ethics in Psychotherapy:  Strategies for Decision Making. Invited 6 hour workshop presentation to the Washington State Psychological Association Spring Conference.  Seattle, Washington.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, April).  Psychologists as Ethical Advocates.  Invited workshop (6 hours) presented to the faculty of California School of Professional Psychology.  San Diego, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, April).  Boundaries:  Places of Separation or Places of Connection?  Invited presentation  at the annual Harvard “Learning from Women” Conference.  With A. Lawler.  Boston, Massachusetts.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, March).  Update on Revisions of the American Psychological Associations 1992 Ethical Principals and Code of Conduct.  Invited presentation to the annual Texas Counseling Center Training Directors Conference.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Ethics in Psychotherapy:  Strategies for Decision Making.  Invited workshop presented at the 4th Annual Workshop and Summer Family Vacation, Texas Psychological Association.  Cancun, Mexico.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Cultural Mutuality or Boundary Violations?  Ethical Dilemmas in Providing Services to Chicana/o Clients.  Invited presentation at the Conference, "Innovations in Chicano Psychology:  Looking Toward the 21st Century", East Lansing, Mich.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1997).  Sexual Harassment:  Assessing Effects for Therapy and for the Courtroom.  Invited workshop presented at the 40th Annual Institute of Alcohol and Drug Studies, Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse & University of Texas at Austin.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1997, June 30-July 2 & 1998, June 29-July1).  Malpractice, Ethics & Standards of Care.  Invited three day Ethics Workshop for the AABPP Summer Institute for Post Graduate Study.  Portland, Oregon.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1997).  Hate Speech vs. Freedom of Speech:  Justice as an Ethical Imperative.  Invited presentation at the Winter Roundtable on Cross-Cultural Psychology and Education.  Teachers College Columbia University.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1996).  Promoting Virtuous and Ethical Behavior:  The role of a Professional Psychologist.  Invited presentation as part of Symposium:  Considering Character:  Science, Practice and Policies to celebrate the appointment of Naomi M. Meara to the Nancy Reeves Dreau Chair of Psychology.  Notre Dame University.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1989).  Ethical dilemmas for the 1990’s.  (Invited presenter) New Jersey State Psychological Association.

 

Distinguished Visiting Professor.  One-week symposium.  New Mexico State Psychology Department (Seminars on:  Ethics in Psychology; Psychology of Women; Cross Cultural Counseling).  Spring, 1987.

 

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PRESENTATIONS

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, August).  Discussant for Symposium:  Therapist as Human—Crying, Lying and Expressing Anger.  Presented at the 116th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Boston, MA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, August).  Discussant for Symposium:  Examining the Mechanisms for Lifelong Learning in Professional Psychology.  Presented at the 116th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, August).  Discussant for Symposium:  Incoporating a Social Justice Perspective in Clinical Work.  Presented at the 116th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, March).  Symposium:  How to Succeed in Counseling Psychology:  Balancing work with other achievements and interests.  Presented at the International Counseling Psychology Conference.  Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, March) Discussant:  Grief and Loss.  International Counseling Psychology Conference, Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2008, March).  Symposium:  How to survive and thrive as an independent practitioner.  International Counseling Psychology Conference.  Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, August) Symposium:  APA Model Licensure Act—Updating Laws and Regulations That Affect Psychologists (Chair).  115th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, CA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2007, August)  Workshop:  Challenging Cases—Ethical Dilemmas (Discussant).  115th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, CA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, August).  Symposium:  Students of Color in Psychology—Current Status and Future Directions (Discussant).  114th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, New Orleans, LA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, August).  Exceptions to Boundaries with Clients of Color.  Paper presented as part of Symposium:   Ethical Decision Making and Clinical Dilemmas—Diverse Perspectives. 114th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, New Orleans, LA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, August).  Symposium:  Mexican American College Students—Applying Social-Cognitive Career Theory (Discussant).  114th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, New Orleans, LA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006, August).  Ethical Considerations in Multicultural Practice.  Paper presented as part of Cross-cutting Symposium: Infusing diversity into Psychology:  Challenge, Initiative, and Commitment. 114th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, New Orleans, LA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006).  Symposium:  Decisions about Trainees with Problems of Proessional Competence—Systems and Ecological Perspectives.  (Discussant). 114th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, New Orleans, LA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006).  Symposium:  Culture, Ethnic Identity, and Racial-Ethnic Counselors in Training (Discussant). 114th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, New Orleans, LA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2006).  Martha Bernal Invited Symposium on Minority Recruitment, Retention, and Training (Chair). 114th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, New Orleans, LA.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, August).  Latina Warriors and Leadership:  Transforming Pain and Anger.  Presented as part of Symposium, Diverse Women Leaders—Different Paths, Similar Destinations.  113th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association.  Washington, DC

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, August).  Business of Practice (Discussant). Symposium presented at the 113th annual convention of the American Psychological Association.  Washington, DC

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2005, August).  Burnout:  Consequence of Neglecting Self Care.  Presented as part of Symposium, Life Cycle of a Practitioner, 113th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association.  Washington, DC

 

Vasquez, M. J. T., Bingham, R., Shullman, S. (2005, August). Increasing Multicultural Understanding—Promoting Collaboration in the Face of Conflict within Marginalized Groups (Facilitators). Difficult Dialogue—113th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association.  Washington, DC.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, July) Challenges for Women from Diverse Backgrounds (Chair).  Symposium presented at the 112th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association.  Honolulu, Hawaii.

 

Vasquez, J. J. T. (2004, July).  Psychotherapy with Men:  A Video Demonstration and Discussion.  Presented as part of symposium at the 112th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association.  Honolulu, Hawaii.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2004, July).  Ethics of prevention:  Diverse perspectives within Counseling Psychology (Discussant of Symposium).  Presented at the 112th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, August).  The Development of Character, Virtue and Morality.  Paper presented as part of Symposium, Positive Strategies to Prevent Ethical Problems in Psychotherapy Practice, at the 111th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association, Toronto, Ontario,Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, August).  The Mentor/Mentee Experience—Governance and Advocacy.  Paper presented as part of Perspectives on Mentoring Across the Career Span Early Career Psychologist Symposium, at the 111th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association,  Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, August).The Potential State of Counseling Psychology in 2025.  Paper presented as part of Symposium of Past Presidents of Counseling Psychology, at the 111th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2003, August).  Feminist and Multicultural Perspectives on Boundary Issues.  Paper presented as part of Symposium, Feminist Ethics—Practice and Perspective, at the  111th Annual convention of the American Psychological Association, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2002, November).  Mentoring at Mid-Life:  Losses, Gains and Challenges.  Presented as part of 2 hour symposium, Challenging Issues for Women at Midlife, at the Texas Psychological Association conference, San Antonio, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.(2002, August). The Challenge of Creativity in Therapy:  Holding and Going Beyond Boundaries.  Paper presented as part of 2 hour symposium, Creative Moments in Therapy, Therapy Outside the Box.  110th Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, October).  Creative Moments in Treatment:  Therapy at the Edge.  2 hour symposium presented at the annual Texas Psychological Association Conference.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, October).  Discussion on APA Activities.  Roundtable at the annual Texas Psychological Association Conference.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, August).  Discussant for Symposium, Multicultural Counseling Faculty as Social Change Agents--Contexts and Consequences.  Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, Calif.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, August).  Discussant for Symposium, How Therapists Deal with Client Anger Directed Toward Them.  Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, Calif.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, August).  Strategies for Success in Appointment to Governance:  Personal Experiences.  Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, Calif.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, August).  Discussant, Recruitment and Success of Students of Color--Interdivisional Pipeline Project.  Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, Calif.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, August).  Coming Out As a Feminist Psychological Practitioner.  Roundtable Discussion:  Feminist Transformations of Psychology.  Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, Calif.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, August).  Public Policy, Counseling Psychology, and the Advocacy of Professional Practice.  Presented as part of Symposium:  Public Policy--Education, Practice, Public Interest, and Science Implications.  Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, Calif.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (2001, August).  Troxel v.Granville:  Inpact on Ethnic Minority Families.  Presented as part of Symposium:  What About the Children?  In Re:  Troxil v. Granville.  Annual Conference of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, Calif.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2001, May).  Creative Moments in Treatment:  Therapy at the Edge.  3 hour symposium presented to the Austin mental health community, sponsored by Austin Women’s Psychotherapy Project and St. Edward’s Psychological Services.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, August).  Chair, Symposium:  Presidential Mini Convention on Women in Science and Technology—Diverse Perspectives and Contributions of Women to Science and Technology.  108th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, August).  Professional Practice with Latinas:  Clients’ Current and Future Strengths and Challenges.  Presented as part of Symposium:  Millennium Multicultural Counseling Psychologists.  108th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association., Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, August).  Symposium:  Constructing Scholarship of Color—Advice from Division 45 Editorial Board.  108th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, August).  Discussion:  Ethics Code Revision—Open Discussion.  108th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, August).  Working It Out:  Women, Exercise, and Empowerment.  Presented as part of Symposium, Working It Out—Perspectives on Physical Activity and Mental Health. .  108th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, August).  Discussant, Symposium:  Overcoming Resistance.  Achieving Transformation—Innovations in Teaching Multicultural Counseling Skills. .  108th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (2000, January).  Latinas and Violence: Implications and Strategies for Clinicians.  Paper presented at the Annual Midwinter Meeting of Division 35, Society for the Psychology of Women, “Feminist Perspectives on Violence”.  Boulder, Colorado.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Leadership and Empowerment:  Resilient Strategies for Success.  Presented as part of Symposium, On Becoming a Psychologist—Tips for Ethnic Minority Students.  107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Women and Minorities in APA Governance:  Making a Difference.  107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  (Discussant).  Feminist Scholarship in the New Millenium.  107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.  .

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Recommendations From the Multicultural Summit.  Presented as part of Symposium, Building a Multicultural and Multiethnic Society. 107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Empowering Young Latina Women.  Presented as part of Symposium, Empowering Male and Female Clients Through Gender Empathy.  107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Want to Publish?  Advice from the Division 45 Editorial Board.  107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  (Chair).  Pioneering Women of Color:  On Sexism, Racism, and Resilience.  107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Forging Multicultural Alliances.  Presented as part of Symposium, Report of the National Multicultural Summit—Implications for the Profession.  107th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Conversation:  Latinas and Professional Achievement.  107th Annual Convention of American Psychological Association.  Boston, Mass.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1999).  Chair, Honoring and Hearing from Senior Women of Color.  Multicultural Conference and Summit.  Cohosts:   Divisions 17, 35, 45, of APA.  Newport Beach, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Mutuality or Boundary Violations?  Ethical Dilemmas from the Relational Perspective. Annual Convention of the Texas Psychological Association.  Houston, Texas. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  The Process for Revision of the Ethics Code. 106th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Recruiting Ethnic Minority Women and Men into Leadership Roles in APA Governance.  Committee of Women in Psychology and Committee of Ethnic Minority Affairs Training Luncheon, 106th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, California. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  What’s Going on at APA:  Planning for the Future.  A Report of the Policy and Planning Board. 106th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Discussant for Symposium:  Academic Climate Issues for Racial and Ethnic Minorities in Higher Education.  106th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Training Miniconvention—Education and Employment Issues in Professional Psychology-National conference Summary.  106th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Discussant,for Symposium:  Risk and Resiliency of Minority Youth in Diverse Middle Schools.  106th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association, San Francisco, California.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1998).  Sexual Harassment:  Issues and Challenges.  Presented as part of Panel:  Faces of Feminist Forensic Practice.  Annual Mid-Winter Conference, Division 35, Psychology of Women:  "Challenges in Psychological Practice with Women."  Lexington, Kentucky.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1997). Feminism and Organizational Involvement.  Roundtable Discussion:  Building the Future of Feminist Counseling Psychology--A Cross Generational Dialogue.  Presented at the 105th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1997).  Professional and Licensure Issues in Establishing Test User Qualifications.  Paper Presented as part of Symposium:  Are you Qualified to Use Psychological Tests?  105th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1997).  Feminist Tales, 1970s.  Presented as Part of Symposium:  Many Faces of Feminist Practice III.  105th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (1997).  Discussant for Symposium:  Counseling Psychology Addresses Racism--Training and Research.  105th Annual Convention of the American Psychological Association.  Chicago, Ill.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1996).  Counseling Psychology as the Right Fit:  Choices, Challenges and Opportunities.  Presented as part of New Fellows Symposium, Division 17.  American Psychological Association.  Toronto, Canada. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1996).  (Chair).  Expanding and Diversifying the Role of Psychologists in the Health Care Delivery System.  American Psychological Association.  Toronto, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1996).  (Chair).  Legal and Ethical Issues in the Treatment of Interpersonal Violence.  American Psychological Association.  Toronto, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1995).  Feminist Practice as Psychotherapy and Counseling.  Presented as part of Symposium:  The Many Faces of Feminist Practice.  American Psychological Association.  New York, New York.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1995).  Applying for ABPP.  Roundtable Discussion:  Professional Milestones and Hurdles--Facilitating Career Development.  American Psychological Association.  New York, New York.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1995).  Group Psychotherapy with Latinas.  Presented as part of Symposium:  Group Psychotherapy and Interventions with Ethnic Populations.  American Psychological Association.  New York, New York.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1993).  Many Voices One Cry:  Listening to our Differences.  Workshop on violence and women of color sponsored by Rape Crisis Center; Center for Battered Women; School of Social Work, University of Texas; Injury Prevention Program, Community Health Unit, Austin Health & Human Services, Travis County Health Department.  Austin, Texas.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1993).  Boundary Issues in the Therapist-Client Relationship.  Presented as part of Symposium:  New Theories of Women's Psychological Development:  Implications for Practice.  Texas Psychological Association.  Austin, Texas

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1993).   Panel Discussion:  Psychology Licensing Exam--Ethics and Minority Issues.  American Psychological Association.  Toronto, Canada.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (1993).  Invited Discussant for Symposium:  Role Boundary Maintenance in Therapy--A Consideration of Selected Issues.  American Psychological Association.  Toronto, Canada. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1992).  Changes, Challenges & Opportunities for Psychology.  Paper presented at Second Century Group Symposium:  The Effect of Changing Demography on the Second Century of Psychology.  American Psychological Association.  Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  (1992).  Finding the Right Fit in Psychology:  Challenges and Opportunities.  Paper presented at Minority Fellowship Program Career Development Symposium.  American Psychological Association.  Washington, D. C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1992).  Acculturative Stress.   Paper presented at a Discussion Roundtable:  Unity in Diversity:  Common Themes Among Distinct Populations.  American Psychological Association.  Washington, D. C. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1992).  Chair and Discussant of Film:  My Doctor, My Lover.  American Psychological Association.  Washington, D. C. 

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1991).  (Invited Discussant).  Holding do-gooders accountable:  Developing ethical standards for primary prevention.  American Psychological Association.  San Francisco.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1991).  Sexuality and gender issues in psychotherapy and counseling:  Approaches to education.  Paper presented at symposium:  Therapist-client sex:  Approaches to preventive education.  American Psychological Association.  San Francisco.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T. (1991).  (Chair) Research and psychotherapy with ethnic/racial minority clients:  Practitioner perspectives.  American Psychological Association.  San Francisco.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1990).  Ethical issues in the delivery of services to ethnic minority populations:  Paper presented at the Symposium:  Ethical issues in treating Families from diverse populations.  American Psychological Association, Boston.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1989).  Sexual Intimacies with Clients After Termination:  Should a Prohibition be Explicit?  Paper presented at the Symposium:  Emerging Ethical Issues.  American Psychological Association, New Orleans.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1989).  (Discussant)  The Terrorism of Racism:  Effects on Ethnic Minorities, American Psychological Association, New Orleans.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1989).  (Panel participant)  Formation and Running of State Committees on Ethnic Minority Affairs, American Psychological Association, New Orleans.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1989).  (Discussant)  Symposium:  The Therapeutic Attitude:  Are Therapists Harmful to Relationships?  American Psychological Association, New Orleans.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  Meeting the Mental Health Challenges of Today's Hispanic Woman.  Invited symposium participant at the National Conference of the National Coalition of Hispanic Health and Human Service Organizations, San Antonio.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  (Discussant)  Identity:  Conference on Human Diversity, University of Maryland, College Park.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  Clinical Assessment and Ethnicity:  Methodological Issues, Challenges and Suggestions.  Paper presented at the Symposium:  Doing Valid and Useful Clinical Assessment:  New Demands on Practitioners.  American Psychological Association, Atlanta.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  Concerns of Achieving Hispanic Women.  Paper presented at the Symposium:  Contributions of Minority Women in Psychology.  American Psychological Association, Atlanta.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  Ethics Training and Monitoring in Internship Settings.  Paper presented at the Symposium:  Ethics in Academic and Training Settings.  American Psychological Association, Atlanta.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  (Chair)  Symposium:  Hispanic Psychology:  Issues Related to Counseling, Therapy and Research.  Texas Psychological Association, Austin.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1988).  (Chair)  Symposium:  Current Issues in the Competent and Ethical Delivery of Services for Women.  Texas Psychological Association, Austin.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1987).  Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs:  What can I get; What can I give?  American Psychological Association Convention, New York City.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1987).  Diversity and multicultural counseling from a counseling psychologist's perspective:  A reaffirmation.  Invited paper presented at the National Conference for Counseling Psychology:  Planning the Future, Atlanta.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1986).  (Discussant)  Symposium:  Cultural styles and coping processes of men and women of color:  Dissertation research of APA Minority Fellows.  American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1986).  (Chair)  Paper Session:  Ethical issues in counseling.  American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1986).  (Co-chair with L. Wright)  Open Forum:  Ethnic Minority Network:  Interstate and Interdivisional Caucus American Psychological Association Convention, Washington, D.C.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1985).  The Unique Power of the Chicana.  Paper presented at the Symposium, Mexican-American Women:  Themes Through the Life Span.  American Psychological Association Convention, Los Angeles.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Grenard-Moore, Sally.  (1985).  Exploring Gender Issues in a University Counseling Center:  A Training Model.  Paper presented at the Symposium, Educating about Gender and Sexuality Issues in Graduate Training.  American Psychological Association Convention, Los Angeles.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1984).  New Horizons in Psychology for Hispanic Women.  Discussant and presenter, Symposium:  Beyond Stereotypes:  Contemporary Research on Hispanic Women.  American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1984).  Defining and Resolving Commitments and Issues in Professional Involvement.  Invited presenter at a theme track symposium American College Personnel Association Convention, Baltimore.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1984).  Invited Respondent, Asa Hilliard's address, Multicultural Dimensions to Counseling and Human Development in an Age of Advanced Technology.  American Association for Counseling and Development Conference, Houston.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1983).  Access to Higher Education for Chicanas:  Political Implications.  Paper presented at the Symposium on Politics and Chicano Education.  National Association of Chicano Studies, Detroit.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Gonzalez, A.M.  (1982).  Assertion Training for Professional Chicanas.  Workshop presented at the II Symposium on Chicano Psychology, Riverside.

 

Vasquez, M.J.T.; Barón, A., Jr.; & Estrada, L.J.  (1981).  The overworked, overtokenized, underrepresented and misutilized minority in student personnel.  Symposium presented at the American College and Personnel Association, Cincinnati.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1980).  Power and influence of the Chicana:  A review of research findings.  Paper presented at the Symposium on New Perspectives on Chicanas:  Research Findings and Implications.  American Psychological Association Conventions, Montréal.

 

Vasquez, M.J.T., Valdez, J., & Barón, A.  (1980).  The Mexican-American Undergraduate:  An integrated Approach to Academic, Personal and Career Counseling.  Symposium presented at the American College and Personnel Association, Boston.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1980).  Support Services.  Presented at the Symposium on Multicultural Students in Higher Education:  A Student Personnel Response for the 1980's.  American College and Personnel Association Convention, Boston.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1980).  (Chair)  Symposium on Research of Ethnic Minority Fellows in Psychology.  Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Conference, Tucson.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   & Banning, J.H.  (1979).  Needs Assessment, Service Utilization and Factors of Success for Minority Students:  Research Findings.  Paper presented at the National Association of Student Personnel Association, Region IV Conference, Omaha.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1979).  Retention and Attrition Patterns of Chicanas at a Large Southwestern University.  Paper presented at the Symposium on the Hispanic-American Woman:  Contemporary Findings.  American Psychological Association Convention, New York.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1979).  Conduction Minority Research in University Counseling Centers.  Paper presented at the Symposium on Research in the University Counseling Center:  Ethical, Philosophical and Practical Issues.  American College and Personnel Association Convention, Los Angeles.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1979).  The Chicana University Student:  A profile.  Paper presented at the Symposium on Chicano University Students:  Strategies for Enhancing Their Selection, Performance and Persistence.  American college and Personnel Association Convention,

     Los Angeles.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1978).  Chicana and Anglo University Women:  Factors Related to Their Performance, Persistence and Attrition.  Paper presented at the Symposium on Dissertation Research of Ethnic Minority Fellows in Psychology.  American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1978).  Minority Student Concerns on a Large Southwestern University Campus.  Paper presented at the Symposium on Issues in Chicano Mental Health.  American Psychological Association Convention, Toronto.

 

Vasquez, M.J.T., Gonzalez, A., Mendoza, P., Barón, A., Cuellar, I., & Iscoe, I.  (1978).  Chicano Mental Health Issues.  Symposium presented at Southwestern Psychological Association Convention, New Orleans.

 

Vasquez, M.J.T., Barón, A., Jr., Valdez, J., & Rincon, E.  (1978).  Assessing the Concerns of Minority Students:  Process and Outcome.  Panel discussion presented at the Second National Conference on Needs Assessment in Health and Human Services.  Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Health Sciences Center, Louisville.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.  & Piercy, P.  (1977).  Unique concerns of Minority Women.  Paper presented at Symposium on Psychological Factors Influencing Women's Role Identification and Expectation:  Ramifications for Education.  University Women's Committee, The University of Texas, Austin.

 

Vasquez, M.J.T., Valdez, J., Barón, A., Jr., & Hurst, J.C.  (1978).  Developing, Implementing and analyzing an Comprehensive Minority Student Needs Survey.  Panel presentation held at the 60th Annual Conference of the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators, Kansas City.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1976).  Evaluation of the Accountability System of the Bexar County Mental Health/Mental Retardation Centers.  Unpublished manuscript submitted to Dr. Aaron Liberman, Director; The Honorable Henry B. Gonzalez, U.S. Representative; and Ms. Gail Beagle, Administrative Assistant.

 

Vasquez, M. J. T.   (1976).  The effects of direct expectancy statements on the tendencies of Mexican-American high school seniors to attend college.  Presented to the Educational Department as requirement for advancement to candidacy.  Unpublished manuscript.

 

DOCTORAL DISSERTATION

 

Chicana and Anglo University Women:  Factors Related to Their Performance, Persistence and Attrition.

 

Co-Chairpersons:        Dr. Earl Koile, Professor and Director, Counseling Psychology Training                                      Program

                                    Dr. Gary Hanson, Coordinator of Research and Evaluation; Assistant Dean                                    of Students

 

COURSES TAUGHT

 

Individual Therapy Seminar, Counseling and Mental Health Center, The University of Texas, 1984 - 1991..

 

Professional Counseling Psychology Issues - The University of Texas, Spring, 1984, graduate seminar with Dr. Dave Drum.

 

Cross Cultural Counseling:  Theory and Practice - The University of Texas, Spring 1983, graduate seminar, counseling psychology.

 

Supervision Seminar - Colorado State University, Spring, 1981, and 1982, graduate seminar, counseling psychology.

 

Pre-Practicum - Colorado State University, Spring, 1981, and 1982, graduate seminar, counseling psychology with Dr. Sheila Deitz.

 

Abnormal Psychology - Colorado State University, Spring, 1980, 125 students.

 

Theories of Vocational Development - Colorado State University, Spring, 1979.  Co-instructor for graduate seminar with Dr. Donna McKinley.

 

Assessment in Counseling Psychology - The University of Texas, Spring, 1978, Teaching Assistant for graduate seminar.

 

Interpersonal Relations and Group Process - The University of Texas, Fall, 1977, co-leader for graduate seminar with Dr. Art Brownell.

 

Psychological Foundations of Secondary Education - The University of Texas, Fall, 1975 - Spring, 1977, 40-60 students.

 

UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

 

Southwest Texas Foundation Development Board, 2001-2006

Austin Women's Psychotherapy Project, Austin, Texas.  Cofounder.  1991-present.

Community Advisory Council for Guidance and Counseling, Austin Independent School District', 1995-1998

Board Member, Capital Area Mental Health Services, 1991-1996.

Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Austin, Texas  1983-1995.

Faculty Sponsor and Co-Founder, Minority Student Psychological Association, University of Texas (1988-1989).

Central Texas Higher Education Authority, 1988-1989.

Plan II Honors Committee for Development of "Issues for Texas" Colloquium.  Spring, 1984.

Mexican-American Business and Professional Women's Association of Austin, 1982-1995.

Hispanic Women's Network of Austin, 1996-2000.

President's Ad hoc Advisory Committee for Minority Recruitment and Retention, The University of Texas, Austin, 1982-1985.

Austin-Travis County Mental Health Mental Retardation Board, 1983-1984.

National Organization of Women, 1979-present (including state and local affiliations).

Advisory Board, Austin Women's Center, 1984-1985.

 

ACADEMIC HONORS

Phi Kappa Phi Interdisciplinary Honor Society - 1978

Phi Delta Kappa Education Honor Society - 1978

Alpha Chi National Scholastic Honor Society - 1971-72

Sigma Tau Delta Honor Society in English - Vice-President - 1972

Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society in Education - Secretary - 1971-72

 

 

 
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