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Theresa Tisdale, Ph.D.

Professor of Graduate Psychology		 Phone: (626) 815-6000, Ext. 5517
Email: tctisdale@apu.edu
Fax: (626) 815-5015
Theresa Tisdale’s, Ph.D., fundamental interest is the integration of a Christian worldview with the discipline of psychology, specifically clinical theory and practice. Her research is in the area of object relations theory and God image, investigating the connection between psychological health and experience of God. Her writing on clinical theory and practice has explored the use of multidimensional (body, soul, and spirit) frameworks for understanding persons and multidisciplinary approaches to providing clinical care, including the use of religiously based caregivers in treatment planning. Tisdale is active in professional organizations that further her interests and pursuits, including Division 36 (Psychology of Religion) of the American Psychological Association, and the Christian Association for Psychological Studies. She is also on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Psychology and Theology.

Education

Ph.D. - Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University

M.A. - Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University

B.A. - Radford College

Expertise

  • A Christian Worldview in Practicing Psychology
  • Disciplinary Treatment
  • Psychological Health Relating to God

Courses Taught

PPSY 533 – Spiritual Formation and Psychotherapy
PPSY 738 – Clinical Practicum VI: The Future Psychologist—Management, Private Practice, and Advocacy
PPSY 760 – Techniques of Change: Psychodynamic Interventions
PPSY 798 – [Multiple Courses]

Professional/Scholarly Presentations

Publications
Tisdale, T. C., Doehring, C. R, and Lorraine-Poirier, V. (in press). Three voices, one song: Perspectives on the care of persons from a psychologist, spiritual director, and pastoral counselor. In G. Moon and D. Benner (Eds.), Spiritual Direction and the Care of Souls. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press.

Tisdale, T. C., Doehring, C. R., and Lorraine-Poirier, V. (2003). Three voices, one song: A psychologist, spiritual director and pastoral counselor share perspectives on providing care. Journal of Psychology and Theology,31, 52-68.

Tisdale, T. C. (2003). Listening and responding to spiritual issues in psychotherapy: An interdisciplinary perspective. Journal of Psychology and Christianity, 22, 262-272.

Tisdale, T. C. (1999). The God and Family Questionnaires: A review. In P. Hill, R. Butman, and R. Hood (Eds.), Measures of Religious Behavior. Birmingham, AL: Religious Education Press.

Tisdale, T. C. (1999). The Faith Maturity Scale: A review. In P. Hill, R. Butman, and R. Hood (Eds.), Measures of Religious Behavior. Birmingham, AL: Religious Education Press.

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Professional Involvement and Accomplishments

Student of the Year, Rosemead School of Psychology, Biola University (1994)

Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges, Biola University, Rosemead School of Psychology (1994)

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