Gwendolyn Scott-Jones PsyD
Dean, WCHBS
College Center Rm 313
302.736.2364
gscottjones [at] desu.edu
Education
1996 – BS in Psychology
Delaware State University
1999 – Masters in Social Work
Delaware State University
2006 – Masters in Clinical Psychology
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
2008 – Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Certifications
- Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC) in the State of Delaware.
- Certified Mental Health Screener for State of Delaware
Research Interest
- Forensic Psychology
- Adult Psychopathology and Evidence-Based Practices
- Suicide and Crisis Intervention
- Substance Abuse Disorders and Treatment Approaches
- Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Neuropsychology
- Professional Ethics for Behavioral Healthcare Practitioners
Clinical
I am currently trained as a clinical psychologist with a sub-specialty in forensic psychology, substance-related disorders and sport psychology. My clinical experiences include working in inpatient and outpatient behavioral healthcare facilities and conducting psychological consults in emergency departments. In addition, I have extensive training in cognitive behavioral therapy.
Professional Memberships and Affiliations
- Member of Eastern Psychological Association
- Board Member of Delaware State University’s Early College High School
- Board President of Slaughter Neck Community Action
- Member of Delaware’s Juvenile Justice Advisory Committee
- Member of Delaware State University’s Health Professional Committee
- Member of Lake Forest High School’s Policy Committee
- Delaware State University’s Chair Council