"Spring 2026 Adjunct Faculty FPSY 574-01, 02,03 Neurobiology of Trauma: Risk, Resiliency and Positive Psychology"

Spring 2026 Adjunct Faculty FPSY 574-01, 02,03 Neurobiology of Trauma: Risk, Resiliency and Positive Psychology

Location: Moraga, CA

Open Date: Nov 07, 2025

Deadline:

Description: Per course adjunct faculty in the Counseling Department for the Forensic Psychology program's course, FPSY 574-01/02/03 (crosslisted sections) 3 units

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary's reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Qualifications:

FPSY 574 Neurobiology of Trauma: Risk, Resiliency and Positive Psychology (3 Units) Days Offered: Saturday 9-4pm

Course Description This course explores the neurobiology of trauma and its resonance with the theory and practice of positive psychology, including spirituality and the constructs of emotional well being and happiness. Course will emphasize exploration of diverse spiritual resources for their contributions to healing: developing personal strength and courage, coping with negative emotions, exploring gratitude and forgiveness.

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of trauma and its impacts to individuals, families and children. Familiarity and expertise with CBT in therapeutic settings, administered to families, and to individuals, and an awareness of family structure and its impact and influence in response to trauma. LMFT, LFCC, Ph.D., Ed.D, Psy.D

A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, multicultural/international competence, social justice, clinical expertise, and familiarity with counseling theory and practice.

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