Curriculum Vitae

I am a private practice psychoanalyst and psychotherapist serving South Orange County and beyond. Patients comprise all cultural, racial, and economic backgrounds, including different sexual orientations.

About Dr. Amadore:

EDUCATION:

Doctorate of Psychology in Psychoanalysis
Newport Psychoanalytic Institute, Tustin, 2009

Master of Science, Marriage Family and Child Counseling
California State University, Long Beach, 1994
GPA 4.0

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Minor in Human Resource Management
California State University Long Beach, 1988


CERTIFICATE IN PSYCHOANALYSIS:

Newport Psychoanalytic Institute, Tustin, 2009


LICENSE:

Marriage and Family Therapist, MFC 35135, 1998


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

2010-Present
Faculty, Newport Psychoanalytic Institute, Orange County Campus

2009-Present
Certified Psychoanalyst, Private Practice, Irvine

1998-Present
Licensed Psychotherapist, Private Practice, Irvine

1995-2003
Professional Expert, Orange Coast College Community Education - Developed and managed Anger Management Program

1995-1998
Psychotherapy Intern, Christopher Street Counseling Center - Agency for gay and lesbian clients

1994-1997
Psychotherapy Intern, CrossRoads Counseling Center

1991-1995
Guidance Paraprofessional, Irvine Unified School District - Assisting personal and social success for children and teens

1992-1993
Psychotherapy Trainee, Center for Creative Alternatives

1990-1991
Program Specialist, Olivecrest Treatment Centers - Shelter for abused children and teens

1989-1990
Child Care Worker, Olivecrest Treatment Centers - Shelter for abused children and teens


AFFILIATIONS:

·    Newport Psychoanalytic Institute
·    Association for Autonomous Psychoanalytic Institutes
·    California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists
·    Orange County Chapter, CAMFT
·    Human Rights Campaign


PRESENTATIONS:

·    Anger Management
·    Assertiveness Training
·    Lesbian/Gay Identity Development
·    Lesbian/Gay Youth and Treatment Issues
·    Long Term Relationship Success
·    Parenting Effectiveness Training
·    Mindfulness
·    Psychoanalytic Training