CURRICULUM VITAE
Jon Connorran Williams
777 Craig Road
Suite 200
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
(314) 556-8936
drjonwilliams@charter.net
EDUCATION:
PsyD, Clinical Psychology, August 2008
University of Denver, Denver, Colorado
American Psychological Association-approved program
Ed.S., School Psychology, May 1997
Minot State University, Minot, North Dakota
National Association of School Psychologists-approved program
BA, Psychology/History-Political Science, May 1994
Jamestown College, Jamestown, North Dakota
CLINICAL EXPERIENCES:
Formal Practica Training
August 2007-August 2008
Clinical Psychology Intern
Kaiser Permanente (University of Denver
Internship Consortium)
Denver, CO
Supervisor: Kathleen Cramm, PsyD
Conducted initial intake interviews and psychotherapy with children, adolescents and
adults in an outpatient setting. Scheduled all appointments and independently managed
patient caseload. Participated in four quarterly rotations including: oncology, eating
disorders, emergency room, and psychiatric hospital. Completed four assessments (3
adult, 1 child) and wrote four integrated assessment reports. Collaborated with therapists,
psychiatrists and other mental health professionals to coordinate patient care.
August 2006-August 2007
Student Therapist
Denver Children’s Home
Denver, CO
Supervisor: Joseph Monaghan, PsyD and Michelle Forstot, PsyD
Performed assessments to assist with treatment planning. Assessment tools included:
WAIS-III, WISC-IV, Rorschach Inkblot Method (Exner Scoring System), Adolescent
Psychopathology Scale, Thematic Apperception Test (TAT), and projective story-telling
and sentence completion techniques. Wrote eight integrated assessment reports.
Conducted weekly individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Therapeutic issues
included severe PTSD and trauma related issues, ADHD, bipolar disorder, learning
disabilities, major depressive disorder, and reactive attachment disorder. Participated in
weekly treatment planning meetings consisting of psychologists, social workers, and
other mental health professionals.
June 2006-present
Clinical Supervisor
University of Denver
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
Professional Psychology Clinic
Denver, CO
Supervisor: Peter Buirski, PhD
Supervised adult psychotherapy case of first-year doctoral student using a
psychodynamic perspective. Attended weekly group supervision meetings to learn about
and improve supervision. Collaborated with supervision group members to improve
supervisory experience.
September 2004 – present
Student Therapist
University of Denver
Graduate School of Professional Psychology
Professional Psychology Clinic
Denver, CO
Supervisors: Lupe Samaniego, PhD; Elizabeth Robinson, PsyD
Conducted nine intake interviews and provided appropriate diagnoses and treatment
recommendations. Wrote nine intake reports. Provided long-term, psychodynamic
psychotherapy for two adult clients. Conducted psychotherapy with two different
couples and one family. Attended weekly individual supervision sessions. Scheduled
weekly therapy appointments, wrote periodic client reports, and wrote case notes
following therapy sessions.
July 2005-August 2006
Student Therapist
Families First Residential Treatment Center
Denver, CO
Supervisor: Claire Poole, PsyD
Provided individual play therapy and group therapy to school aged children. Conducted
family therapy with parents trying to regain custody of their children. Assessed incoming
children to determine cognitive and personality strengths and weaknesses using
Rorschach (Exner system), WISC-IV, DAS, Sentence Completion tests, and projective
story-telling tests. Wrote three integrated assessment reports. Therapeutic issues with
children included post-traumatic stress disorder, reactive attachment disorder, attention
deficit hyperactivity disorder, major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, and various
learning disabilities. Participated in weekly team meetings made up of therapists,
supervisors and milieu staff to provide appropriate programming for children.
Communicated with caseworkers, court personnel, therapists, and other community
professionals regarding mental health status of children.
October 2004-July 2005
Student Therapist
Mental Health Center of Denver
School-Based Mental Health Services
Denver, CO
Supervisor: Gregg Stracks, PsyD
Conducted short term, individual therapy and cognitive assessment with adolescents.
Provided crisis intervention services and assessed for suicidality. Cooperated with local
agencies to find appropriate placements for suicidal adolescents. Collaborated with team
members to provide efficient mental health services in various schools.
Professional Experience
October 2009-present
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Private Practice
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Conduct individual and family therapy with children, adolescents, and young adults.
Specialize in treating Asperger Syndrome. Provide psychological assessments. Speak to
school professionals and parents on various topics including: Asperger Syndrome and
Response to Intervention.
October 2008-October 2009
Provisionally Licensed Psychologist
West County Psychological Associates
St. Louis, MO 63141
Provided individual and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults experiencing
a variety of emotional difficulties. Conducted psychological assessments using the
following assessment tools: WAIS-III, WISC-IV, WJ-III, TOVA, Rorschach Inkblot
Method (Exner Scoring System), TAT, MMPI-A. Delivered presentations to parent and
school groups on a variety of topics including: parent-school collaboration and Asperger
Syndrome.
1998-2004
School Psychologist
Blue Valley School District
Overland Park, KS
Assessed children with learning and behavioral problems ages 5-12 using assessment
tools such as WISC-III, WIAT, WJ-III, classroom observation, BASC Rating Scales,
Beck Depression Inventory, Connors ADHD Rating Scales, and TOVA. Conducted
functional behavior assessments. Collaborated with school-team members and parents to
ensure appropriate education for children. Consulted with parents and teachers regarding
academic and behavioral interventions. Participated in district-wide systems change
resulting in more effective and efficient services for children with special needs. Spoke
with parent groups regarding Functional Behavior Assessment in the Schools. Presented
information to other school psychologists concerning a computerized classroom
observation system.
2002-2004
Coordinator, Private School Special Education
Team
Blue Valley School District
Overland Park, KS
Established positive working alliance with various private schools. Organized special
education referrals from private schools. Coordinated attendance of district team
members at private school special education referral meetings. Collaborated with private
schools to promote behavior and academic interventions. Conducted evaluations to
determine appropriate educational interventions and special education eligibility.
Trained private school referral teams in problem solving approach to educational
intervention.
2002-2003
Educational Consultant
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Olathe, KS
Co-taught weekly parent education classes for divorced parents whose attendance was
court-ordered. Supervised weekly visits between non-custodial parents and their
children. Collaborated with volunteers, CASA staff, and clinical psychologist to provide
accurate family information to the court.
1996-1998
School Psychologist
West Elk USD #282
Howard, KS
Provided academic and behavioral assessment for children ages 3-18 using assessment
tools such as WISC-III, WIAT, WJ Tests of Achievement –II, classroom observation,
Battelle Developmental Inventory, various depression and attention rating scales.
Collaborated with educational team members to create appropriate educational programs
for children. Implemented social skills program for middle school students with learning
and behavioral problems. Counseled elementary, middle, and high school students.
Participated in several crisis interventions as member of Southeast Kansas Crisis
Intervention Team.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
Missouri Psychological Association, 2008
Student Affiliate of American Psychological Association, since 2004
Member National Association of School Psychologists, 1998-2004
Member Kansas Association of School Psychologists, 1997-2004
PRESENTATIONS:
Williams, J.C. (2006) Asperger Syndrome and Family Stress. Paper presented at
University of Denver Graduate Research Symposium.
Williams, J.C. (2008) Asperger Syndrome and Family Therapy. Paper presented at
University of Denver Graduate Research Symposium.
Williams, J.C. (2009). Effective Social Interaction Programs and Management Support
Strategies for Learners With Asperger's Syndrome. Presented at The Council for
Exceptional Children Annual Conference, Seattle, WA.
Williams, J.C. (2009). Understanding Asperger Syndrome: A Guide for Parents.
Presented at West County Psychological Associates, St. Louis, MO.
Williams, J.C. (2009). Understanding Asperger Syndrome: Training for School
Paraprofessionals. Presented at Franklin County Special Education Cooperative,
St. Claire, MO.
Williams, J.C. (2009). Practical Aspects of Implementing the Response to Intervention
Model. Presented at Franklin County Special Education Cooperative, St. Claire, MO.
Williams, J.C. Responding to Asperger Syndrome. Presented at Steelville, MO.
PUBLICATIONS:
Hall, N., Hall, P.S., & Williams, J. (2000). Fresh approaches with oppositional youth.
Reclaiming Children and Youth: Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Problems, 8,
219-225.
Personal and Professional References Are Available Upon Request