- The Chief Psycho

"Culture cannot exist without psychological safety being present. Period."

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Headquartered in California, I utilize the latest knowledge from the field of Industrial/Organizational (I/O) psychology in conjunction with my LAB Methodology™ and HUMAN values framework to create innovative and holistic solutions for my clients from coast to coast! 

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What is Industrial/Organizational Consulting?

As an Industrial/Organizational (I/O) psychologist specializing in dentistry, I am your secret weapon for achieving success in your dental practice. Think of me as your friendly expert, passionate about making your business and team thrive.

If you have a team working in your dental practice or business, you need my expertise to unlock their full potential and watch them flourish!

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Dental Organizational Development

Dental Organizational Development

Psychological Safety & Workplace Culture

Psychological Safety & Workplace Culture

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Team Behavioral & Cognitive Assessment

Team Behavioral & Cognitive Assessment

Thought Leadership & Workshops

Thought Leadership & Workshops

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Setting boundaries are crucial for sustaining performance, resilience, and overall well-being. 

While approachability fosters trust and psychological safety, being accessible 24/7 can deplete personal energy and dilute focus. 

Lately, I’ve been practicing this balance—maintaining openness and care for others while being intentional about protecting my time and space.

What techniques or resources are you using to maintain a safe space for yourself? 

#Education #BoundarySetting #Approachable #Accessible #TheChiefPsycho #DentistryClosing out 2024 with some powerful discussions, and you won’t want to miss them! 🤩

From mastering psychological safety to unlocking human capital, I’ll be sharing insights to elevate your practice and leadership. Keep an eye out for upcoming posts to grab your spot:

💻 9/26 - @aadom1 Webinar: Psych Safety

🎤 9/27-28 - @superchargeyourdentalpractice Panelist: Human Capital & Retention 

💻 10/22 - @academyofgeneraldentistry Webinar: Psych Safety

🎤 11/3 - @thesmilezone.dentaloutreach presents “Celebrating Life & Business”: Special Keynote

Stay tuned for registration details—let’s finish 2024 strong! 💥 

#FallEvents #DentalLeadership #PsychSafety #UnlockPotential #ThoughtLeadership #Webinars #EducationTiming is everything right? So be sure not to waste it because time is one thing we can’t get back! 

The same principle applies to the type or style of meetings you have within your organization. In a recent article, Management 3.0 released some great strategies on how to ensure your meetings are most effective. 

I’ve made some minor tweaks to apply to dentistry, but check em out for yourself and see what works for you:

1️⃣ Sell the Meeting: Emphasize how it’ll impact growth, like outlining revenue opportunities in underperforming locations.

2️⃣ Short & Action-Oriented: A 30-minute meeting focused on patient care bottlenecks with clear action items.

3️⃣ Go Visual: Use flowcharts to illustrate new operational processes, or decks to illustrate the story and boost engagement.

4️⃣ Encourage Debate: Let marketing and ops teams collaborate on retention strategies to create a robust plan.

5️⃣ One Topic: Dedicate a meeting solely to a single topic so you niche down to the specific solutions needed. 

6️⃣ Break the Ice: Start with a game sharing recent successes.

7️⃣ Decide Quickly: Identify what’s of highest value or priorities, and begin developing an implementation plan.

8️⃣ Seek Feedback: Use anonymous input to refine future meetings.

#EffectiveMeetings #Tips #Management3.0 #GuideToAgileLeadership #PMPractices #IOPsychology #Dentistry #DSO #EmergingGroupsNext week at ICDO 2024, I’m speaking on one of my all-time favorite topics: psychological safety! 🤓

We’ll be looking at its roots, why it’s here to stay, and, most importantly, how it can drive continuous education and innovative research in dentistry. 

This isn’t just about theory—it’s about creating real, lasting change in how we learn and grow in our field.

Will you be attending ICDO 2024? 😉

Sponsorship: @talentbyzia, @thepsychoincitoxperience 

#ICDO2024 #InternationalConferenece #OralHealth #PsychologicalSafety #PsychSafetyOfficerHere’s the thing, we can’t fully address mental health without tackling systemic issues like inequality or access to resources. 

It’s time to shift the focus from just the individual to the bigger picture that impacts us all as humans. 

What do you think? Can psychology be truly effective without considering these broader factors? Let’s discuss!👇As if juggling my dissertation wasn’t enough, I’ve decided to dive even deeper into my studies—because why not? 😅

I’m thrilled to be adding a new certification to my tool belt: psychodynamic psychotherapy.

So, what’s this all about? 🤔 

Unlike traditional therapy methods that focus mainly on addressing the symptoms, psychodynamic psychotherapy digs beneath the surface. It’s about exploring the unconscious thoughts, emotions, and patterns that silently influence our actions and relationships. 

This approach helps us uncover the “why” behind our behavior, making it possible to address the root causes rather than just the symptoms. 

The result? More meaningful and lasting change, whether it’s in personal growth or improving workplace dynamics. 

It’s a powerful tool that I’m excited to begin using to further develop environments where authenticity, trust, and resilience can truly flourish! 🫶🏼

#TheChiefPsycho #PsychodynamicPsychotherapy #TalkTherapy #Psychotherapist #IOPsychologist #DoctoralScholar #DoctoralResident #DentalEducator #DentalThoughtLeader