Lisa Unruh-Parker, Psy.D.
8901 N Lessing Ct, Tucson, AZ 85742
520-982-9971
lisau77@msn.com
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Integrative clinician with experience managing and developing treatment programs to address varied needs within the
correctional setting. Currently managing the Residential Drug Abuse Program for the Federal Correctional Institute
in Phoenix, AZ. Unique multidisciplinary skill set spans direct client interaction with diverse populations, program
development and management roles. Respected diagnostician with experience serving diverse age groups,
demographics and severity of mental conditions. Notable expertise in areas of program development, complex
diagnosis, behavioral disorders and crisis intervention.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Bureau of Prisons, United States Penitentiary, Phoenix, AZ
Residential Drug Abuse Program (RDAP) Coordinator
August, 2013 to Present
40 hours per week
Serve as a Supervisory Clinical Psychologist to provide treatment to inmates with a substance abuse history. Provide
supervision to Drug Treatment Specialists and participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings to develop interventions
and treatment plans for inmates. Develop evidence based treatment interventions for inmates with a history of
substance abuse. Complete in depth substance abuse evaluations for inmates referred to the residential treatment
program. Assist with conducting psychoeducation and process groups. Crisis intervention and assessment of mental
health symptoms. Regularly assist with management of general mental health as needed. Assist with supervision of
general mental health staff.
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Acting Chief Psychologist for the facility when needed.
Supervise Drug Treatment Specialists.
Assigned Institutional Duty Officer on a rotating schedule. Acting Executive Staff Member for after-hours
response to institutional emergencies and provide direction to supervisory staff in regards to policy.
Subject matter expert for the Bureau of Prisons for assessing Cognitive Behavioral and Mental Health
Treatment programs within the organization.
Develop and manage an evidence based treatment program for Federal Inmates with a history of substance
abuse.
Assist in providing coverage for crisis intervention at the facility using solution focused and brief therapeutic
interventions.
Participate in multidisciplinary team discussions on management of individual inmates.
Attended trainings focused on Management of a Modified Therapeutic Community, Supervision.
On-call psychology responder for after-hours psychology concerns and crisis intervention at the facility.
Bureau of Prisons, United States Penitentiary, Tucson, AZ June, 2012 to August, 2013 40 hours per week
Sex Offender Management Program (SOMP) Coordinator
Serve as a Supervisory Clinical Psychologist to provide treatment and management of the Sex Offender population. Provide
supervision to SOMP Psychologists and SOMP Correctional Treatment Specialists and participate in multi-disciplinary team
meetings to develop interventions and treatment plans for inmates. Develop evidence based treatment intervention for inmates
with a history of sexual offending. Complete risks assessments that involve administration and interpretation of psychological
testing. Supervise development of behavior plans to assist inmates with managing sexually inappropriate behaviors while
Lisa Unruh-Parker, Psy.D.
8901 N Lessing Ct, Tucson, AZ 85742
520-982-9971
lisau77@msn.com
incarcerated. Crisis intervention and assessment of mental health symptoms. Regularly assist with management of general mental
health as needed. Assist with supervision of general mental health staff.
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Acting Chief Psychologist for the facility when needed.
Supervise SOMP Psychologists and SOMP Treatment Specialists.
Assigned Institutional Duty Officer on a rotating schedule. Acting Executive Staff Member for after-hours
response to institutional emergencies and provide direction to supervisory staff in regards to policy.
Subject matter expert for the Bureau of Prisons for assessing Cognitive Behavioral and Mental Health
Treatment programs within the organization.
Develop and manage an evidence based treatment program for Federal Inmates convicted of sexual offenses.
Assist in providing coverage for crisis intervention at the facility using solution focused and brief therapeutic
interventions.
Complete Discharge Evaluations for inmates with a history of sexual offending who are being released to the
community.
Participate in multidisciplinary team discussions on management of individual inmates.
Develop SOMP Training Presentation for Annual Refresher Training and Introduction to Correctional
Techniques.
Present training to staff during annual training regarding the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Inmate Sexual
Behaviors, and the SOMP at FCC Tucson.
Attended trainings focused on improving risk assessment, conducting psychosexual evaluations, and effective
sex offender treatment.
On-call psychology responder for after-hours psychology concerns and crisis intervention at the facility.
Bureau of Prisons, United States Penitentiary, Tucson, AZ
Sept 2011 to June 2012 40 hours per week Sex
Offender Management Program (SOMP) Psychologist
Serve as a Clinical Psychologist to provide treatment and management of the Sex Offender population. Provide supervision to
SOMP Correctional Treatment Specialists and participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings to develop interventions and
treatment plans for inmates. Develop and provide Sex Offender treatment in group and individual settings to inmates with a
history of sexual offending. Complete risks assessments that involve administration and interpretation of psychological testing.
Develop behavior plans to assist inmates with managing sexually inappropriate behaviors while incarcerated. Crisis intervention
and assessment of mental health symptoms. Assist with management of general mental health as needed.
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Acting SOMP Coordinator when SOMP Coordinator not at the facility.
Developed psycho-educational materials focused on sex education for inmates.
Participated in multidisciplinary team discussions on management of individual inmates.
Developed SOMP Training Presentation for Annual Refresher Training and Introduction to Correctional
Techniques.
Presented training to staff during annual training regarding the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Inmate Sexual
Behaviors, and the SOMP at USP-Tucson
Attended trainings focused on improving risk assessment, conducting psychosexual evaluations, and effective
sex offender treatment.
Provided training to psychology staff on Psychosexual Interviews
On-call psychology responder for after-hours psychology concerns and crisis intervention at the facility.
Lisa Unruh-Parker, Psy.D.
8901 N Lessing Ct, Tucson, AZ 85742
520-982-9971
lisau77@msn.com
Sierra Tucson, Tucson, AZ
Clinical Psychologist
May, 2011 to Present
10 hours per month
Completed psychological testing and provide diagnostic impressions and treatment recommendations for inpatient
clients utilizing objective personality measures, self-report questionnaires, intelligence tests, and computerized
assessments. Evaluations focused on mental health diagnoses, trauma, ADHD, occupational interests, sexual
disorders, substance abuse, and/or cognitive deficits. Complete biopsychosocial interviews and integrate information
from testing to provide diagnosis and recommendations. Provide feedback to clients regarding assessments and utilize
motivational interviewing to encourage continuation of engagement in treatment.
Arizona Department of Corrections, Tucson, AZ
July 2006 to Sept 2011
40 hours per week
Psychologist II
Serve as a clinical psychologist and behavioral health specialist and lead a treatment team that includes mental health, security,
medical, and managerial staff. Develop and oversee programs to treat clients who have suffer from serious mental illness,
committed sexual offenses, and engage in self-injury. Manage clients with medical, psychological, and behavioral health problems
within the correctional settings. Provide counseling to individuals and groups with an emphasis in managing mental health
disorders, substance abuse, sex offender treatment, and behavioral disorders. Lead crisis intervention and provide emergency
services.
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Clinical Coordinator of the Sex Offender Education and Treatment Program for 2.5 years. Directed development of
program materials, increased enrollment from 40 to 360 active participants. Expanded program to address different
stages of change and conducted a variety of treatment groups. Reduced likelihood of violating probation/parole with
completion of the treatment program.
Conducted psychosexual evaluations utilizing objective personality measures and provided treatment recommendations
based on evaluations. Provided therapeutic interventions in the form of individual and group sessions to address sex
offense specific issues.
Spearheaded the adoption of a treatment team approach to managing inmates presenting as a danger to self or others
leading to improved outcomes for this population and reduced frequency and length of placement in suicide watch cells.
Established a Behavioral Health Unit to treat and manage inmates who engage in life threatening self-injury. Reduced
average number of hospital trips for this population per month from 16 to 0.
Developed a program for seriously mentally ill inmates having difficulty living in general population settings due to
mental health symptoms. Decreased frequency of watch placement and detention placement for these clients.
Improved client outcomes though active engagement in program development and regular dialogue with administrative
and security staff.
Dixon Correctional Center / Wexford Health Services
August 2005 to July 2006 40 hours per week
Staff Psychologist
Monitored caseload of approx 130 seriously mentally ill adult male inmates. Provided individual therapy, crisis intervention, and
psychological assessments using a variety of instruments including objective personality tests, projective tests, intelligence tests,
and malingering measures. Facilitated group therapy on varied topics, including substance abuse, sexual offending, life skills,
mindfulness, and emotion regulation. Participated in a multi-disciplinary treatment team, provided supervision to interns, and
Lisa Unruh-Parker, Psy.D.
8901 N Lessing Ct, Tucson, AZ 85742
520-982-9971
lisau77@msn.com
participated in case consultation. Developed treatment plans, assessed progress of individuals, and provided placement
recommendations. Presented didactic training for students and mental health staff.
Dixon Correctional Center / Argosy University
Sept 2003 to August 2005
40 hours per week
Intern / Post-doctoral Resident
Provided individual and group therapy to seriously mentally ill and general population incarcerated adult males. Group therapy
focuses included mindfulness, dual diagnosis, sexual offending, and mental health symptom management. Conducted
psychological assessments utilizing a variety of instruments, provided crisis intervention, monitored assigned caseload, and
prepared and presented trainings on diagnosis and treatment. Provided supervision to interns and practicum students. Caseload
rotated among seriously mentally ill, general population and medical, and maximum security populations.
Medpro
July 2002 to July 2003
20 hours per week
Practicum Student
Provided individual and group therapy to clients of a long-term care medical facility. Conducted neuropsychological and
psychological evaluations, developed treatment groups focusing on depression, anxiety, and adjustment to changes in functional
abilities, consulted with treatment team and family members, and performed crisis intervention. Provided in-home care to
patients placed in Adult Foster Care.
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Developed training for medical and office staff regarding mental health issues related to/ in addition to medical
conditions.
Created booklets for use by stroke patients to effectively communicate with caregivers.
Provided therapy and behavioral interventions for adolescents, adults, and families.
TASC
July 2001 to Nov 2002
20 hours per week
Practicum Student
Provided mental health and substance abuse treatment in the form of individual, group, and family therapy to adults on federal
probation/parole. Conducted psychological evaluations and substance abuse assessments, performed crisis intervention, and
provided feedback to probation and parole officers. Provided group substance abuse treatment to adult females incarcerated for
DUI in the Arizona Department of Corrections.
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Developed and implemented a treatment program for adults deferred by the County Court system for first time drug
offenses.
EDUCATION
Doctor of Psychology, Psy.D., in Clinical Psychology (2004)
Arizona School of Professional Psychology/Argosy University, Phoenix, AZ.
Accredited by the American Psychological Association. Focus area: Forensics.
Lisa Unruh-Parker, Psy.D.
8901 N Lessing Ct, Tucson, AZ 85742
520-982-9971
lisau77@msn.com
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (2003)
Arizona School of Professional Psychology/Argosy University, Phoenix, AZ.
Accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (1999)
University of North Texas, Denton, TX.
Accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Associate of Arts in Humanities (1997)
Tarrant County Junior Collegte, Hurst, TX. Cornerstone Honors Program.