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Dr. Ronald D. Fandrick

Ron FandrickThe philosophy of Dr. Ronald D. Fandrick is to help people to help themselves, in order to get better – not just feel better. Dr. Fandrick possesses an integrative background in psychological services and intervention strategies. Such services include: Traumatic Incident Reduction, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Rational-Emotive and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and out-patient/in-patient individual, group, marital, and family therapies. In addition, Dr. Fandrick has experience in teaching and public speaking, as well as case management and crisis intervention/stress management.

Dr. Fandrick was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1948, and was raised in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He has experienced the effects of strife and psychological problems first-hand, as his mother was institutionalized with a diagnosis of schizophrenia. He was able to make the best of a difficult childhood by incorporating the principles of self-reliance, self-determination, and self-discipline, which ultimately led him to work at understanding others.

Such principles served Dr. Fandrick well throughout his career in sports. He has participated in national and international amateur athletics, and signed a contract with the Chicago Bears Football Team. A back injury turned his attention from athletic participation to coaching and education.

He has taught every grade level from pre-kindergarten to high school and adult education. The experiences gained from working with and observing the psychological interactions of children during their time in school, as well as overcoming his own problems with a learning disability, have provided Dr. Fandrick with a unique perspective of human behavior, apart from the clinical setting.

His early childhood experiences, as well as his strong desire to do more for his students who were experiencing emotional pain and learning/performance problems, led Dr. Fandrick to obtain a doctoral degree in clinical psychology. He went on to become fully licensed as a clinical psychologist in Michigan, and began the A New Hope Counseling Center in order to offer psychological services to a wide variety of clients. 

Dr. Fandrick believes that psychotherapy is vastly different than visiting a medical doctor, in that it requires the clinician to be very active and involved in the process of changing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. There are no instant, painless or passive cures - no “magic pills”.

Instead, there are assignment exercises, practice sessions, record-keeping, and perhaps other projects, as well. Change will sometimes be easy and swift, but more often, it will involve a need for repetition and continued practice at changing long-held patterns of self-defeating behavior.

Dr. Fandrick takes a psycho-educational approach to people’s problems, and so encourages his clients to learn more about the style of the therapy he uses, called “Rational Emotive and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy”, formulated by Albert Ellis, Ph.D and Aaron T.  Beck, M.D. He asks his clients to become knowledgeable about therapeutic goals, methods, their effectiveness, as well as any possible side effects, so that they will essentially become their own therapists. Clients are often given books, articles, cds, DVDs, as well as lists of helpful web sites, all in an attempt to help them become more self-reliant and self-determined. Therapy is viewed as a collaboration between two individuals, one who defines the problem areas to be worked on, and the other who (as a consultant with specialized knowledge) offers assistance in making the desired changes.

Rational Emotive and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has been repeatedly, scientifically demonstrated to be of benefit to most people and in most situations. These might include: the lifting of a depression, no longer feeling angry or anxious, or help with other psychological conditions. Individuals are often better able to understand their personal goals and values, and thus experience maturity, and personal growth and development.

Dr. Fandrick believes the rational-emotive and cognitive behavioral approach to therapy proves, by far, to be the most successful method for alleviating stress and overcoming the stumbling blocks that prevent people from achieving their goals and reaching their potential.

He is committed to helping individuals help themselves to get better, and to achieve more of what they want in life, and less of what they don’t, not just “to feel better. But actually get better at managing their lives.”

In addition to his work with teens through adults, Dr. Fandrick has served on a local school district’s core crisis intervention team. He is also a member of the American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Team, the Greater Lansing area’s Crisis Intervention Stress Debriefing group.

Most recently to note, Dr. Fandrick was called by the National Team of the American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health group and assigned to New York City, following the attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. He worked with victims and survivors for two weeks following the attacks, as well as escorting them to Ground Zero. He sees this as a life-altering experience, and one that took a toll on all of those who were selected to provide psychological services.

I know what it is like. I have been there myself.

I know how it feels to go through a trauma so devastating that you think you will never recover. I know what it is like to struggle with inner demons. And I am here to tell you, you can overcome this. 

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Vitae

Summary of Experience Expand
  • Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy (Cognitive/Behavioral
    Therapy)
  • Dialog and case management consultation with Dr. Albert Ellis, PhD
  • Crisis Intervention and Debriefing
  • Assigned to New York City following the attacks on the World Trade Center September 11, 2001
  • Worked with victims and survivors following the attacks and escorted them to Ground Zero
  • Katrina disaster team 2005
  • Admitted as expert in subject matters of Psychology in Forensic Testimony in Ingham, Eaton, and Ionia Circuit/Probate Courts
  • Psychotherapy with individuals, families, and groups Level
    ll Advanced Training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR)
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Treatment and Program Planning and Implementation
  • Case Management and Client Advocacy
  • Supervision, Training, and Consultation
  • Pain Management using Cognitive/Behavioral Hypnotherapy
  • Sports Psychologist-Motivation and Performance Enhancement
  • Assessment, Crisis Intervention and Treatment provided to elderly clients
  • Treatment of eating disorders and self-abusive behaviors
  • Secondary Education Teacher: Behavioral Sciences
Credentials Expand
  • American Psychotherapy Association Designated Diplomate Status, 2002
  • Fully Licensed Clinical Psychologists, State of Michigan, 1996
  • National Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Specialist, 2000
  • American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Specialist, Mid-Michigan Chapter, 1995
  • Crisis Intervention Stress Management (CISM) Advanced Training Certificate, 1999
  • Crisis Intervention Stress Management with Children and Adolescents Certificate, 1999
  • Advanced Training Certificate in Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, 1993
  • International Association for Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Traumatic Incident Reduction Certificate, Institute for research in Metapsychology, 1994
  • International Association of Trauma Counselors, 1994
  • Permanent Teaching Certificate, State of Michigan, 1974
Education Expand

Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology, 1993
THE UNION INSTITUTE
Cincinnati, Ohio
Minor: Neuropsychology

Masters Degree in Administration, 1978
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Bachelor of Science in Health & Sociology, 1972
NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Marquette, Michigan

Professional Experience Expand

Clinical Psychologist, 1996-present
EATON RAPIDS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Eaton Rapids, Michigan

  • Psychotherapy services with individuals, families and groups, including psychological and neuropsychological assessment, traumatic incident reduction, and rational-emotive behavioral therapy. Assessment and intervention with suicide and high risk populations.
  • Supervise, train, and consult, crisis intervention, case management, client advocacy, treatment and program planning and implementation, and discharge processing.

A NEW HOPE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER, 1995-present
Lansing, Michigan

  • Involved in a private practice providing a wide range of clinical services with seminars available on a variety of clinical issues.
  • Assessment & treatment of post traumatic stress disorder  (PTSD)
  • Psychological services include individual, couples/marital counseling, and therapeutic groups.
  • Other services include crisis intervention and treatment of trauma, psychological assessment, evaluation and management of attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder, conduct disorders, and hypnotherapy, pain management, sports psychology,  motivation and performance enhancement.
  • Assessment and treatment of eating disorders and self-abusive behaviors.
  • Assessment and treatment of psychological problems with elderly clients.
  • Forensic Psychological Services

Consulting Clinical Psychologist, 1994-1998
EATON RAPIDS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL PAIN MANAGEMENT CLINIC
Eaton, Rapids, Michigan

  • Provided intake assessment, psychological testing, treatment planning, case management, and individual, martial, group, and family therapy.
  • Consulted with clinic physicians on patient assessment and discharge planning.

Outpatient Consulting Clinical Psychologist, 1994-1995
RIVENDELL PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
St. Johns, Michigan

  • Recruited to plan, develop, and implement an intensive outpatient group psychotherapy program for high risk adolescents.
  • Designed and implemented a 20 session psycho-educational group therapy program for newly discharge patients and "at risk" adolescents.
  • Credentialed to provide consulting services as needed,  including psychological testing; individual, group, and family therapy; and crisis intervention.

Clinical Psychologist, 1993-1995
HOPE COUNSELING CENTER/PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES PLUS
Lansing, Michigan

  • Psychological services included: assessment & mental status examinations; neuropsychological assessment (initiated this service for the clinic); individual, group, and family therapy.
  • Additional involvement with case management, coordinating extended clinical services, and quality assurance.
  • Prepared in-depth reports and summaries, treatment plans, and in-service staff training.
  • Established a referral service with area osteopathic physicians.
  • Initiated traumatic incident reduction training for staff (certificate eligibility).
  • On-call psychological services including: crisis intervention; psychological assessment; treatment; and discharge.
Internships Expand

Psychologist/Intern
May-September 1992
NORTHVILLE REGIONAL PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
Northville, Michigan

  • Provided psychological services to patients with severe  psychiatric disorders; intervened in crises; performed psychological and neuropsychological assessments; wrote and presented summary reports at case management conferences.
  • Assigned to the Dual Diagnosis Ward, individual and group therapy sessions.

Psychologist/Intern
September 1991-April 1992
ADDISON COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT AND TREATMENT CLINIC
Addison, Michigan

  • Performed psychological, neuropsychological, personality, and intelligence testing.
  • Worked with clients with mild to moderate psychological disorders, chronic mental illness, severe psychological disorders, and traumatic brain injuries.

Psychologist/Intern
December 1991-February 1992
HERRICK HOSPITAL
Tecumseh, Michigan

  • Provided psychotherapy to patients on the adolescent and adult psychiatric wards.
Teaching Experience Expand

High School Teacher, 1980-present
WAVERLY COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Lansing, Michigan
Teach advanced placement psychology, psychology, and sociology to high school students with a wide variety of behavioral problems, learning disabilities, and various socioeconomic backgrounds.

Publications Expand
  • The Experience of Suicide Ideation as a Corollary of Closed Head Injury. Doctoral dissertation submitted for the publication in 1993.
  • Procedural Steps in Facilitating a Research Project or Racism and Violence in a High School Setting. International Association for the Study of Cooperation in Education. Accepted for publication in 1991
Presentations Expand
  • Presenter, workshop's on "Intervention Strategies to Resolve Panic Attack & Anxiety Disorders".
  • Developed a suicide assessment, intervention, and treatment
    instrument to be used in a clinical practice.
  • Presenter, workshop's on "Unconditional Self-Acceptance for Women Associate with Prisoners' Support Groups."
  • Panel Presenter, "Using Traumatic Incident Reduction with Diverse Client Populations," 9th Annual International Conference of the Institute for Research in Metapsychology, March 1995.
  • Developed and presented several one-day workshops on Conflict Resolution and Stress Management for Lansing area adults and school district personnel.
  • Conducted Family Stress Management workshops and made a series of presentations on dealing with family stress, active listening skills, and conflict resolution, in the Lansing and Alma, Michigan, areas.
  • Developed, organized, and presented workshops on conflict
    management, "Conflict Resolution: Dynamics and Applications for the Therapist."
Professional Affiliations and Activities Expand
  • The American Psychotherapy Association, 2002
  • American Psychological Association
  • Michigan Psychological Association
  • Professional Affiliate, Institute for Research in Metapsychology
  • Professional Affiliate, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy
  • International Association of Crisis Intervention and Stress  Management
  • International Association of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
  • National Education Association
  • Served as a Doctoral Committee Member, Union Institute, Cincinnati, Ohio
  • Member of the American Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Team
  • Capital Area Crisis Intervention Stress Management and Crisis Intervention and Debriefing Team Member
  • Former Member of the Chicago Bears Football Organization
References Expand

Dr. Albert Ellis, Ph.D.
The Albert Ellis Institution
45 East 65th Street
New York, New York 10021
(212) 535-0822

Eric Amberg, Ph.D.
6200 Scully Road
Dexter, Michigan 48130
(313) 426-3996

Raymond Thibeault
427 LaSalle Blvd
Lansing, Michigan 48145
Residence (517) 485-9673
(Former Director of Disaster Services Mid-Michigan Red Cross Chapter)

Richard Thornes, Ph.D
1020 S. Creyts Road
Lansing, Michigan 48917
Office ; Residence (517) 394-7966

Daniel D. Fachting, Ph.D.
2612 E. Herrick Road
Clare, Michigan 48167
Residence (517) 386-4204

Letter of Recommendation Expand

August 31, 1999
Re: Ronald D. Fandrick, PhD.

It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation in favor of Dr. Fandrick who I have known the last three years. He has been on our consulting staff since October 28, 1996. We don't have anything negative in his credentialing file.

I have consulted with Dr. Fandrick on different out-patients, in-patients, as well as Emergency Room patients. I have found him to be very cooperative and prompt in consultation. He is an extremely dedicated psychologist with an outstanding compassion for and interest in the welfare of his patients. As far as I know, he has a good moral and professional conduct. He is highly appreciated by his
peers. In my opinion he will be a valuable asset wherever he goes.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at Eaton Rapids Medical Center, (517) 663-2671.

Sincerely,
Ashok K. Gupta, M.D., F.A.C.P.
Chief of Medical Staff
Eaton Rapids Medical Center

3815 West St. Joe Hwy. Suite A-400, Lansing, MI 48917 • 517.323.4531

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