Type Of Business:
Clinical and Behavioral Psychology Practice
Major Product/SVS:
Behavioral Health and Counseling, Family Therapy and Parental Education Services
Favorite Business Publication:
Forbes; US News & World Report; The Wall Street Journal
Hobbies/Sports:
Attending the Theater, Reading, Gardening Flowers, Art
Education Degrees:
Doctor of Philosophy, London Institute for Applied Research; Ph.D. in Education, Arizona State University; Ph.D. in Psychology, Arizona State University; Master of Science in Administration and Leadership, The University of Akron; Master of Science in Education; Bachelor of Science in Education
Affiliations Awards:
Eminent Fellow, University of Mankind; World Academy Trustee, HHD; Founder, Preventative Parenting; Educational Consultant, Ohio Department of Education; Council of Higher Learning; Women's Committee, The Cleveland Orchestra; Ohio Arts Council; Children's Television Workshop; Lifetime Member, Masters of the Universe
Industry:
Clinical and Behavioral Psychology
Date of Distinction:
2/15/2008
Work History:
Trustee, Coalition for Children's Media; Syndicated Columnist; Court Appointed Consultant for Juveniles; Council for Higher Learning; Adult Juror, Kids First Coalition; Educational Consultant, State of Ohio; Former Director, Diagnostic Reading Clinic, Educational Research Center
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Dr. Kole-Harf's experience in all areas and aspects of psychology separates her from others in her industry.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Dr. Kole-Harf's greatest career achievement is the help she has provided children.
Highlight of career?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is enabling children to progress developmentally and achieve success in their life experiences.
Charity:
Volunteer, Autism Organizations
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the inspiration she receives by working with children who have developmental disabilities.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because of her ability to share her knowledge and through a natural progression of opportunities.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Kole-Harf is a lifetime fellow and honorary professor of the Australian Institute for Coordinated Research.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Detecting Specific Disorders Including Dyslexia, Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Working Closely with Parents on a Course of Progressive Planning for Education and Quality of Life
Education Certifications:
Certified Reading Specialist
Awards/Honors:
Women’s Inner Circle of Achievement Award (1995); Most Admired Woman of the Year (1992); Honored Baroness, Royal Order of Bohemian Crown, United Nations; International Woman of the Year; Who's Who in the World; Who's Who of American Women; Who's Who in the Midwest; Women's Inner Circle of Achievement Award; Medal of International Fellowship; Excellence in Journalism Award; World Lifetime Achievement Award, World Foundation of Successful Women; Leader in Achievement Award; Intellectual Woman of the Year; Gold Star Award; Educator of the Year, Ohio Education Association; City of Berea Mayoral Commendation, House Representative Thomas Patton