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Argosy University, Phoenix Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Chair, Dr. Anna Edgeston, received the prestigious honor of the HOPE AWARD (Volunteer of the Year) from Restore Small Groups. Restore Small Groups is a non-profit organization that provides an opportunity to make changes to what causes dissatisfaction in your life. Participants address challenges related to their relationships, family dynamics, careers, food and body image issues, grief, anxiety, addiction, and much more.
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On October 18, Western State College of Law at Argosy University adjunct professor Carolyn Dillinger moderated the law panel, “Safeguard Your Technology & Business" at SMB TechFest at the Business Expo in Anaheim. Dillinger organized the panel, which included Western State 2015 Juris Doctor alumna Karima Gulick, to discuss the correct categorization of independent contractors and employees post Dynamex Operations West Inc. v. Superior Court, and tax implications of 26 U.S. Code 1202 small business stock for eligible C corporations planning to grow and sell in at least five years. The audience consisted of about 200 technology company owners and staff, including online viewers.
See http://ge.wsulaw.edu/programoffering/1903 for program duration, tuition, fees and other costs, median debt, alumni success, and other important info.
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Brian Sharpless, Ph.D., associate professor of clinical psychology at the American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University | Northern Virginia was recently interviewed for the Boston Globe for an article about how culture shapes your mind and mental illness. To read the full article, visit https://www.bostonglobe.com/ideas/2018/11/28/how-culture-shapes-your-mind-and-your-mental-illness/sMlhWP5LGSOvQAFd83I3qN/story.html
Sharpless completed his internship (Pennsylvania Hospital), a post-doctoral clinical fellowship (Pennsylvania Hospital) and post-doctoral research fellowship (Center for Psychotherapy Research) at the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to his position at ASPP,Northern Virginia he was on faculty at Pennsylvania State University and Washington State University and was recently made a teaching fellow of the American Psychoanalytic Association’s Teachers Academy. At ASPP, Northern Virginia Dr. Sharpless primarily teaches History and Systems, Psychodynamic Theory and Therapy, and Advanced Psychopathology.
Sharpless has broad research, teaching, and clinical interests in psychopathology and psychotherapy. He has published over 30 articles and chapters on common and lesser-known disorders (e.g., exploding head syndrome), psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, professional issues, and the history/philosophy of clinical psychology. His first book, Sleep Paralysis: Historical Psychological, and Medical Perspectives, co-authored with Dr. Karl Doghramji, was recently released by Oxford University Press. His first edited book with the same press, Unusual and Rare Psychological Disorders, is forthcoming. Sharpless has presented his work at national and international professional conferences and been interviewed for various TV, radio, and print outlets (e.g., National Geographic, Huffington Post, New York Magazine, the BBC).
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American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University | Northern Virginia Associate Professor Brian A. Sharpless, Ph.D. is featured in an upcoming episode of The Shocking Truth on Reelz TV about the story behind A Nightmare on Elm Street. In the episode, Sharpless talks about how Brugada syndrome, sudden unexpected nocturnal death syndrome, sleep paralysis, and the Hmong refugees from Vietnam served as inspiration for the film.
For more information and show times, visit https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8668072/.
Alumni Success
Danielle Stewart
2014, Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership
Argosy University, Atlanta
Entrepreneur/Founder/President at In School Spirit, LLC and Community Empowerment Foundation, Inc.
“Argosy prepared me for my career in multiple ways. Through the rigorous program, I learned how much hard work, discipline and persistence pays off.”
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Danielle Stewart is an entrepreneur and the founder of In School Spirit and Community Empowerment Foundation. She designs and creates strategies that provide support to students and families beyond school walls. Stewart’s platforms promote both community building and accountability through surveys, assessments, quantitative and qualitative research, curriculum design, and educational training.
Her path to this career was non-traditional—though she always knew she’d work her way up to become an entrepreneur. She earned a bachelor’s degree at Hofstra University and worked in television production until she decided to pursue an MBA at University of Phoenix. She then began working toward a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership at Argosy University, Atlanta. She completed the degree in 2014.
“I sought out the opportunity to create a position that would allow me to utilize all of my skills, experiences and credentials. Immediately after my final dissertation defense, I continued conducting research and creating programs, resources, and tools through my educational consulting business In School Spirit.”
Soon afterward, Stewart launched the nonprofit Community Empowerment Foundation. The organization connected and provided educational support to communities in need. “Our efforts continue to thrive through our various platforms, including the launch of College Prep & Connect Clinic. We also developed national Education Advocacy Awareness month,” she said. “The core values of all of our programs are to educate, advocate, and empower.”
Stewart chose to attend Argosy University because of the campus’s convenient location and course schedule. “Argosy prepared me for my career in multiple ways. Through the rigorous program, I learned how much hard work, discipline, and persistence pays off.” She also bonded with her fellow classmates and instructors—individuals whose life experiences and wisdom helped to shape her time as a student.
“My former professors and colleagues continue to support my work and we have constant communication with one another. It was such an amazing feeling when I was no longer a student but I was recognized by my former professors and colleagues as ‘Doctor.’ Those relationships are what I treasure the most.”
Stewart adds that working toward her doctorate showed her that while her career background wasn’t in education, there was a space for her unique skills, perspective, and talents.
In her current role, Stewart is proud of to have secured multiple grants, partnerships, and the continuation of national Education Advocacy Awareness month. “Through our College Prep & Connect Clinic program, we have received a 100% success rate for those who have taken advantage of our services.”
Her professional involvements include:
- Serving on several boards including Hofstra University's Black and Hispanic Alumni Association, Police Athletic League, Lillie's Foundation, Paideia Alumni Council, and Police Athletic League Taking Our Lives Back (P.A.L.T.O.L.B.).
- Member of educational fellowships: 4.0 schools Essentials, Tiny 4.0 Schools and 50CAN
- Serving as an educational consultant for Beulah's Rising Stars Gavel Club
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