Michael P. Morreale, Psy.D.

Director of Behavioral Health Clinic

michael.morreale@westliberty.edu

Education

• Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, Nova Southeastern University (APA Accredited)
• M.S. in Clinical Psychology, Nova Southeastern University
• B.A. in Psychology, Magna Cum Laude, State University of New York at Albany

Professional Activity

• Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Supervisor
• Developer of evidence-based programs, including intensive outpatient programs for substance use and mood disorders
• Instructor of clinical and didactic trainings, specializing in suicide assessment, complex trauma treatment, and clinical documentation
• Former APPIC Internship Training Director

Teaching Experience

• Graduate course: Practicum
• Developed training modules on suicide prevention, complex trauma interventions, and self-care for clinicians
• Instructor for Deputy Sheriff Mental Health Training at the Broward Sheriff’s Office, providing lectures on suicide prevention, assessment, response protocols, and quality documentation for law enforcement personnel

Areas of Expertise

• Trauma-focused therapy, including work with complex trauma and dissociative disorders
• Clinical supervision, providing guidance to psychologists and trainees
• Program development, including streamlining treatment plans and implementing electronic medical record systems
• Community collaboration to foster integrated mental health support systems

Achievements

• Designed and implemented a dual-diagnosis intensive outpatient program, addressing the unique needs of clients with co-occurring disorders
• Developed an interdisciplinary treatment team process for a large community behavioral health center, enhancing care coordination and compliance with state regulations
• Created and led innovative community integration programs involving multidisciplinary teams

Interests

Dr. Morreale is passionate about bridging academic training with clinical practice, fostering experiential learning for students, and advancing evidence-based care. His work reflects a commitment to empowering clients, supporting clinicians, and contributing to the field of psychology through leadership and collaboration.