THERESA RADER-WILSON, PSY.D., HSPP, LCAC
Education
- Psy. D, Clinical Psychology, Indiana State University, 1997
- Masters of Social Work, Indiana University, 1984
- Bachelors of Social Work, Indiana University, 1983
Licensure
- Indiana State Licensed Psychologist
- Indiana Health Service Provider in Psychology
- Indiana Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor
Professional Affiliations
- American Psychological Association (Divisions of Addictions & Health Psychology)
- International Association of Trauma Professionals
- National Association of Addiction Professionals
- Indiana Association of Addiction Professionals
Experience
Dr. Rader-Wilson has over 35 years of experience providing mental health, addictions, and consultation services with medical professionals in central Indiana. Her specialty areas include: mood disorders, Social Phobia, OCD, trauma/PTSD, bereavement, bariatric assessment and psychotherapy services, stress disorders, co-occurring medical disorders, and interpersonal/relational difficulties. She has extensive training and experience using cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, Traumatic Incident Reduction, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solutions-Focused therapy, and other evidenced-based approaches. Dr. Rader-Wilson provides individual, family, couples, and group therapy services to adults.
Treatment Philosophy
Emphasis on using a person-centered treatment approach which focuses on recovery, wellness and resilience.
- The therapist’s role involves coaching, cheerleading, facilitating, and mentoring.
- Focuses on building a partnership with the individual and help in the creation of an individual plan that serves as each person’s road map to recovery.
- Emphasis on the principles of hope, empowerment and self-determination.
- Encourages the development of an individual vision which reflects preferences, abilities, strengths, goals, & cultural identity.
