Expertise:
Dr. Jones' expertise is in boarding school management, secondary education and behavioral disorder treatment.
Major Product/SVS:
Special Education for Children with Attention Deficit Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Other Behavioral Issues, Residential Treatment
Favorite Business Publication:
Guideposts
Hobbies/Sports:
Shopping, Antiquing, Participating in Water-Related Sports and Activities, Snow Skiing, Visiting Spas
Education Degrees:
Ph.D. in Clinical Christian Psychology, Cornerstone University (2006); Master's Degree in Clinical Christian Psychology, Cornerstone University (2004); Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Calvary Theological Seminary School (2002)
Affiliations Awards:
Former Member, Metropolitan Who's Who (2006); The National Christian Counselors Association; National Association of Forensic Counselors
Industry:
Educational Administration
Number Of Years In Profession:
20
Number Of Years In Current Position:
10
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her persistence, hard work and passion for helping young people.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Patricia A. Jones, Ph.D. attributes her success to her passion for her work. She serves as the principal of Harbor Oaks Boarding School. Her specialty is counseling children with behavioral disorders as well as dysfunctional teenagers. She also facilitates parent and teen conferences. Dr. Jones speaks locally at women's conferences, lecturing about domestic violence and anger management including addictions. She would like to conduct workshops and seminars for college students interested in psychology, focusing on children and communities. She currently works with 40 students who are enrolled in the boarding school ranging from the ages of 13 to 17, and oversees staffing and staff training.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Managing Boarding School, Educating and Treating Middle School and High School Students with Behavioral Disorders, Handling All Facilitation and Admission for All New Students, Overseeing Staffing and the Training of Staff, Supervising Counselors
Education Certifications:
Certified Domestic Violence Counselor