Training and Experience

A Solid Educational Foundation

"The successful practice of psychology in today's complex world demands nothing less than Ph.D. level training.  The specialized knowledge acquired in the years devoted to my education directly benefits my patients by increasing the number of treatment options and skills I bring to the therapy process."

    Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology

    M.A. Clinical Psychology, California School of Professional Psychology

    M.A. Child and Family Studies, Merrill-Palmer Institute

    Predoctoral Psychology Fellow: Yale University, School of Medicine

    Continuing Education Courses Sponsored by:

      Harvard Medical School
      American Psychological Association
      Michigan Psychological Association
      Michigan Society of Forensic Psychology
      American Academy of Forensic of Psychology

Extensive Clinical and Teaching  Experience

"My experience as a practicing psychologist in hospitals, clinics and private practice and teaching at the college and graduate school levels has augmented my understanding of the complexity of human behavior and the truly unique qualities of each individual. This extensive and varied experience assures my patients that my evaluations are accurate and my treatment recommendations appropriate."

Psychologist:

Private Practice, Farmington Hills, MI
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Pontiac, MI
Community Health Care Plan, New Haven, CT

Instructor:

Former Adjunct Assistant Professor
Madonna University
Former Adjunct Faculty
Oakland Community College

Strong Leadership Within the Profession

"Effective leadership requires knowledge, understanding and trust. Through my professional activities I have earned the trust and confidence of my colleagues, students and other professionals.  I am committed to providing leadership in the field of psychology, in order to foster awareness of advances in the field and increase the level of confidence for people seeking psychological treatment.

      Professional Memberships:
               American Psychological Association
               Society for Personality Assessment
               Michigan Psychological Association
               Michigan Inter-Professional Association
               Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
               International Society for the Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect

    Professional Offices:
             Michigan Psychological Association
                 President (2002);
                 Chairperson, Ethics Committee (1999-2000)

    Presentations:
             Oakland County Friend of the Court S.M.I.L.E. Program
             Lapeer County Bar Association
             Michigan State Bar, Family Law Section
             Macomb County Bar Association
             Michigan Inter-Professional Association
             American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers
     


For more information or to make an appointment, please call: (248) 539-7777
Our office address is: 30600 Northwestern Highway, Suite 210
Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334

Irene M. Swerdlow-Freed, Psy.D.             Daniel H. Swerdlow-Freed, Ph.D.
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