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How Do I Treat Myself? Reflections from a PAU Alum and Therapist
Dr. Beth-Anne Blue shares her personal journey and professional insights in her new book, offering valuable lessons for therapists and anyone seeking self-discovery.
Staff
June 30, 2025
Meet PAU Alumna Dr. Florencia Iturri
PAU alumna Dr. Florencia Iturri creates the Legal Education Attainment Program (LEAP) to help judicially impacted youth, enhancing her forensic psychology skills and taking on new…
Staff
April 04, 2025
From PAU to Spiritual Psychology® : Dr. Dara Goldberg's Journey of Healing and Hope
Dr. Dara Goldberg bridges spirituality and psychology, offering holistic healing through her unique Spiritual Psychology® framework, inspired by her education at Palo Alto…
Staff
March 08, 2025
Faculty Spotlight
September 11, 2025
PAU at the APA Convention 2021
PAU celebrates its community's achievements at the APA Virtual Convention 2021, with students and faculty earning prestigious awards and participating in numerous sessions.
Staff
August 9, 2025
To Greater Well-Being in 2021: PAU Psychology and Counseling Faculty Weigh In
Expert tips from Palo Alto University psychology and counseling faculty on achieving greater well-being in 2021 through self-care, mindfulness, and compassionate practices.
Staff
August 5, 2025
Faculty Members Receive Awards at ACA Conference
PAU professors Rachel Jacoby, Szu-Yu Chen, and Shreya Vaishnav receive awards for their contributions to the counseling field at the ACA Conference in Toronto.
Staff
Student Spotlights
PAU at the APA Convention 2021
PAU celebrates its community's achievements at the APA Virtual Convention 2021, with students and faculty earning prestigious awards and participating in numerous sessions.
Staff
September 11, 2025
PhD Student, Will Smyack, Attends AICCU "Day in the Capitol"
PhD student Will Smyack joins AICCU's "Day in the Capitol" to advocate for increased Cal Grant funding, highlighting the importance of financial support for educational goals.
Staff
August 14, 2025
How Do I Treat Myself? Reflections from a PAU Alum and Therapist
Dr. Beth-Anne Blue shares her personal journey and professional insights in her new book, offering valuable lessons for therapists and anyone seeking self-discovery.
Staff
June 30, 2025
PAU at the APA Convention 2021
September 11, 2025
PAU celebrates its community's achievements at the APA Virtual Convention 2021, with students and faculty earning prestigious awards and participating in numerous sessions.
PhD Student, Will Smyack, Attends AICCU "Day in the Capitol"
August 14, 2025
PhD student Will Smyack joins AICCU's "Day in the Capitol" to advocate for increased Cal Grant funding, highlighting the importance of financial support for educational goals.
How Do I Treat Myself? Reflections from a PAU Alum and Therapist
June 30, 2025
Dr. Beth-Anne Blue shares her personal journey and professional insights in her new book, offering valuable lessons for therapists and anyone seeking self-discovery.
Jennifer Kiehl: From Stage to Classroom - A Journey in Counseling Education
January 7, 2025
From theater major to counselor educator, Jennifer Kiehl's journey highlights the power of diverse experiences in enriching the counseling profession.
CPT Jason Woodruff: Bridging Military Service and Clinical Psychology
December 4, 2024
CPT Jason Woodruff bridges military service and clinical psychology, focusing on trauma research and balancing rigorous studies with active-duty responsibilities.
Shirin Aghakhani: From Undergraduate to PhD - A Journey of Growth and Impact at PAU
September 30, 2024
Shirin Aghakhani's journey from an undergraduate at PAU to a PhD showcases transformative education, impactful research, and the importance of self-care in academic success.
PhD Student attends Summer Military Careers Institute
September 18, 2023
PhD student Sami Mitchell attends a summer institute to explore military behavioral health careers, gaining insights into working with veterans and military personnel without…
Counseling Student Awarded $25,000 Grant
June 2, 2023
Counseling student Vanessa Diaz receives a $25,000 grant to advance her specialized training, aiming to serve intercultural and BIPOC families in California.
PAU Community Remembers PhD Student Anika Mehta
June 1, 2023
PAU honors the life of PhD student Anika Mehta, celebrating her dedication, kindness, and lasting impact on the community.
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