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  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 04/21/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  April 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 04/27/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    April 27, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 05/08/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    May 8, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    • 05/12/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    Prioritize Your Well-Being & Connect with Like-Minded Women

    Tuesday, May 12, 2025
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join Us on Zoom

    Take a break, tune in, and invest in your wellness. We can’t wait to see you there! 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Women's Wellness Committee is to provide members with an opportunity to explore women's wellness both personally and academically.  The Committee provides a forum for enjoying the company and shared experiences of other Committee members while also working to raise awareness of women's wellness in San Diego County.

    The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

    If you have questions or want to learn more about the committee, don't hesitate to reach out to the:

    Dr. Claire Deierhoi-Clark
    claire@drdeierhoiclarkpsychology.com
    Women's Wellness Chair

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 05/19/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  May 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - LGBTQ+

    • 05/20/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    The LGBTQ+ Committee

    (meets the third Wednesday of the month)

    May 20, 2026 
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Live on Zoom 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Committee is to educate the SDPA membership, mental health professionals, and the San Diego public about LGBTQ+ issues.  The Committee continues to increase awareness, and provide counseling and support to the San Diego community.  They serve as a liaison between SDPA and the LGBTQ+ communities, providing updates and discussions of the issues involved in the treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals.  The Committee is a resource for those practitioners who work with LGBTQ+ clients and HIV-infected individuals.

    The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM on Zoom. 

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Joseph Severino, Ph.D.
    jseverino@thecentersd.org
    619-786-7044

    Taeko Uchino, Psy.D.
    dr.uchino@positivepsychologyinc.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 05/25/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    May 25, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    • 06/09/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    Prioritize Your Well-Being & Connect with Like-Minded Women

    Tuesday, June 9, 2025
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join Us on Zoom

    Take a break, tune in, and invest in your wellness. We can’t wait to see you there! 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Women's Wellness Committee is to provide members with an opportunity to explore women's wellness both personally and academically.  The Committee provides a forum for enjoying the company and shared experiences of other Committee members while also working to raise awareness of women's wellness in San Diego County.

    The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

    If you have questions or want to learn more about the committee, don't hesitate to reach out to the:

    Dr. Claire Deierhoi-Clark
    claire@drdeierhoiclarkpsychology.com
    Women's Wellness Chair

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 06/12/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    June 12, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 06/16/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  June 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - LGBTQ+

    • 06/17/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    The LGBTQ+ Committee

    (meets the third Wednesday of the month)

    June 17, 2026 
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Live on Zoom 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Committee is to educate the SDPA membership, mental health professionals, and the San Diego public about LGBTQ+ issues.  The Committee continues to increase awareness, and provide counseling and support to the San Diego community.  They serve as a liaison between SDPA and the LGBTQ+ communities, providing updates and discussions of the issues involved in the treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals.  The Committee is a resource for those practitioners who work with LGBTQ+ clients and HIV-infected individuals.

    The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM on Zoom. 

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Joseph Severino, Ph.D.
    jseverino@thecentersd.org
    619-786-7044

    Taeko Uchino, Psy.D.
    dr.uchino@positivepsychologyinc.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 06/22/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    June 22, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 07/10/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    July 10, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    • 07/14/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    Prioritize Your Well-Being & Connect with Like-Minded Women

    Tuesday, July 14, 2025
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join Us on Zoom

    Take a break, tune in, and invest in your wellness. We can’t wait to see you there! 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Women's Wellness Committee is to provide members with an opportunity to explore women's wellness both personally and academically.  The Committee provides a forum for enjoying the company and shared experiences of other Committee members while also working to raise awareness of women's wellness in San Diego County.

    The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

    If you have questions or want to learn more about the committee, don't hesitate to reach out to the:

    Dr. Claire Deierhoi-Clark
    claire@drdeierhoiclarkpsychology.com
    Women's Wellness Chair

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - LGBTQ+

    • 07/15/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    The LGBTQ+ Committee

    (meets the third Wednesday of the month)

    July 15, 2026 
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Live on Zoom 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Committee is to educate the SDPA membership, mental health professionals, and the San Diego public about LGBTQ+ issues.  The Committee continues to increase awareness, and provide counseling and support to the San Diego community.  They serve as a liaison between SDPA and the LGBTQ+ communities, providing updates and discussions of the issues involved in the treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals.  The Committee is a resource for those practitioners who work with LGBTQ+ clients and HIV-infected individuals.

    The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM on Zoom. 

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Joseph Severino, Ph.D.
    jseverino@thecentersd.org
    619-786-7044

    Taeko Uchino, Psy.D.
    dr.uchino@positivepsychologyinc.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 07/21/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  July 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 07/27/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    July 27, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    • 08/11/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    Prioritize Your Well-Being & Connect with Like-Minded Women

    Tuesday, August 11, 2025
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join Us on Zoom

    Take a break, tune in, and invest in your wellness. We can’t wait to see you there! 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Women's Wellness Committee is to provide members with an opportunity to explore women's wellness both personally and academically.  The Committee provides a forum for enjoying the company and shared experiences of other Committee members while also working to raise awareness of women's wellness in San Diego County.

    The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

    If you have questions or want to learn more about the committee, don't hesitate to reach out to the:

    Dr. Claire Deierhoi-Clark
    claire@drdeierhoiclarkpsychology.com
    Women's Wellness Chair

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 08/14/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    August 14, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 08/18/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  August 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - LGBTQ+

    • 08/19/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    The LGBTQ+ Committee

    (meets the third Wednesday of the month)

    August 19, 2026 
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Live on Zoom 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Committee is to educate the SDPA membership, mental health professionals, and the San Diego public about LGBTQ+ issues.  The Committee continues to increase awareness, and provide counseling and support to the San Diego community.  They serve as a liaison between SDPA and the LGBTQ+ communities, providing updates and discussions of the issues involved in the treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals.  The Committee is a resource for those practitioners who work with LGBTQ+ clients and HIV-infected individuals.

    The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM on Zoom. 

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Joseph Severino, Ph.D.
    jseverino@thecentersd.org
    619-786-7044

    Taeko Uchino, Psy.D.
    dr.uchino@positivepsychologyinc.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    • 09/08/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    Prioritize Your Well-Being & Connect with Like-Minded Women

    Tuesday, September 8, 2025
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join Us on Zoom

    Take a break, tune in, and invest in your wellness. We can’t wait to see you there! 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Women's Wellness Committee is to provide members with an opportunity to explore women's wellness both personally and academically.  The Committee provides a forum for enjoying the company and shared experiences of other Committee members while also working to raise awareness of women's wellness in San Diego County.

    The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

    If you have questions or want to learn more about the committee, don't hesitate to reach out to the:

    Dr. Claire Deierhoi-Clark
    claire@drdeierhoiclarkpsychology.com
    Women's Wellness Chair

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 09/11/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    September 11, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 09/15/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  September 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - LGBTQ+

    • 09/16/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    The LGBTQ+ Committee

    (meets the third Wednesday of the month)

    September 16, 2026 
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Live on Zoom 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Committee is to educate the SDPA membership, mental health professionals, and the San Diego public about LGBTQ+ issues.  The Committee continues to increase awareness, and provide counseling and support to the San Diego community.  They serve as a liaison between SDPA and the LGBTQ+ communities, providing updates and discussions of the issues involved in the treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals.  The Committee is a resource for those practitioners who work with LGBTQ+ clients and HIV-infected individuals.

    The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM on Zoom. 

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Joseph Severino, Ph.D.
    jseverino@thecentersd.org
    619-786-7044

    Taeko Uchino, Psy.D.
    dr.uchino@positivepsychologyinc.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 09/28/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    August 28, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 10/09/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    October 9, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    • 10/13/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    Prioritize Your Well-Being & Connect with Like-Minded Women

    Tuesday, October 13, 2025
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join Us on Zoom

    Take a break, tune in, and invest in your wellness. We can’t wait to see you there! 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Women's Wellness Committee is to provide members with an opportunity to explore women's wellness both personally and academically.  The Committee provides a forum for enjoying the company and shared experiences of other Committee members while also working to raise awareness of women's wellness in San Diego County.

    The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

    If you have questions or want to learn more about the committee, don't hesitate to reach out to the:

    Dr. Claire Deierhoi-Clark
    claire@drdeierhoiclarkpsychology.com
    Women's Wellness Chair

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  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 10/20/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  October 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

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  • SDPA Committee Meeting - LGBTQ+

    • 10/21/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    The LGBTQ+ Committee

    (meets the third Wednesday of the month)

    October 21, 2026 
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Live on Zoom 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Committee is to educate the SDPA membership, mental health professionals, and the San Diego public about LGBTQ+ issues.  The Committee continues to increase awareness, and provide counseling and support to the San Diego community.  They serve as a liaison between SDPA and the LGBTQ+ communities, providing updates and discussions of the issues involved in the treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals.  The Committee is a resource for those practitioners who work with LGBTQ+ clients and HIV-infected individuals.

    The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM on Zoom. 

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Joseph Severino, Ph.D.
    jseverino@thecentersd.org
    619-786-7044

    Taeko Uchino, Psy.D.
    dr.uchino@positivepsychologyinc.com

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  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 10/26/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    October 26, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

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  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    • 11/10/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Women's Wellness

    Prioritize Your Well-Being & Connect with Like-Minded Women

    Tuesday, November 10, 2025
    7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Join Us on Zoom

    Take a break, tune in, and invest in your wellness. We can’t wait to see you there! 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Women's Wellness Committee is to provide members with an opportunity to explore women's wellness both personally and academically.  The Committee provides a forum for enjoying the company and shared experiences of other Committee members while also working to raise awareness of women's wellness in San Diego County.

    The Committee meets on the second Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

    If you have questions or want to learn more about the committee, don't hesitate to reach out to the:

    Dr. Claire Deierhoi-Clark
    claire@drdeierhoiclarkpsychology.com
    Women's Wellness Chair

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  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 11/13/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    November 13, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

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  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 11/17/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  November 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - LGBTQ+

    • 11/18/2026
    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    The LGBTQ+ Committee

    (meets the third Wednesday of the month)

    November 18, 2026 
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Live on Zoom 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Committee is to educate the SDPA membership, mental health professionals, and the San Diego public about LGBTQ+ issues.  The Committee continues to increase awareness, and provide counseling and support to the San Diego community.  They serve as a liaison between SDPA and the LGBTQ+ communities, providing updates and discussions of the issues involved in the treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer individuals.  The Committee is a resource for those practitioners who work with LGBTQ+ clients and HIV-infected individuals.

    The Committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM on Zoom. 

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Joseph Severino, Ph.D.
    jseverino@thecentersd.org
    619-786-7044

    Taeko Uchino, Psy.D.
    dr.uchino@positivepsychologyinc.com

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  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 11/23/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    November 23, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Child, Youth and Family

    • 12/11/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SDPA Committee Meeting:
    Child, Youth and Family

    December 11, 2026
    12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Child, Youth and Family Committee is to provide members with current, practical, and clinically relevant information and material on issues pertaining to the treatment of children, youth and families.  Additionally, the Committee promotes SDPA within the San Diego community by providing useful information to the general public.

    The Committee meets on the second Friday of the month 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Chair:

    Susan Lagasse, Ph.D.
    susanlagasse@sbcglobal.net

    Show details

  • SDPA Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    • 12/15/2026
    • 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    • Zoom

    Committee Meeting - Cultural Diversity

    PRODUCED BY:  Cultural Diversity Committee (CD)

    DATE/TIME:  December 15, 2026 at 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

    LOCATION:  Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chair)

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Cultural Diversity Committee is to provide members with consultations, continuing education training, professional development, and resources related to serving clients from diverse and underrepresented groups.

    The Committee meets on the third Tuesday of the month 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Darlene Townes, Psy.D.
    dr.dtownes@gmail.com

    Donielle Cohen, Ph.D.
    admin@doniellelmft.com

    Show details

  • SDPA Forensic Committee Meeting

    • 12/28/2026
    • 7:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Forensic Committee Meeting

    December 28, 2026

    7:00 PM

    Zoom  (Link Will Be Provided to Committee Members) 

    PARTICIPATION:  Only SDPA Members  (New Attendees Please Contact Chai

    COMMITTEE PURPOSE:

    The purpose of the Forensic Committee is to promote high standards for the delivery of forensic services in San Diego County and throughout the state of California.  The Committee offers educational workshops and consultations to member psychologists who are interested in this challenging and highly specialized field.  The Committee also addresses the promotion of the profession of psychology to multiple forensic arenas.

    The Committee meets on the third Monday of the month at 7:00 PM on Zoom.

    For more information, please contact the Co-Chairs:

    Glenn Lipson, Ph.D. ABPP
    drglipson@gmail.com

    Abraham Loebenstein, Ph.D.
    doctorabe@msn.com

    Show details


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