Meet Bridget Beachy, PsyD
Director of Primary Care Behavioral Health
Bridget’s History
Education:
Doctorate of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, The School of Professional Psychology at Forest Institute; Springfield, MO (2014)
Master of Arts, Mental Health Counseling, Geneva College (2009)
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Geneva College; Beaver Falls, PA (2007)
Professional Organizations / Affiliations:
Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS)
American Psychological Association, Division 38, Health Psychology
Collaborative Family Healthcare Association (CFHA)
Professional Accomplishments:
Director of Behavioral Health at CHCW
Author of several book chapters on providing BHC services in medical centers
Presenting at local, national, and world conferences on BHC services
International speaker on integrated primary care
Publications: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Bridget-Beachy
Member of CHCW’s senior leadership team
Therapeutic Orientation:
Contextual Behavioral Sciences / 3rd Wave Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Special professional interests:
Integrated primary care
Supporting people with chronic conditions
Supervision/training other professionals in contextual behavioral science approach
Hobbies/Interests:
Reading, staying active via hiking, jogging, playing basketball, golfing, traveling.
Former Division II collegiate athlete in basketball and softball
Philosophy of care:
I take a Biopsychosocial (spiritual & cultural) approach to work collaboratively with patients to help them on their journey of living life in the way that’s most meaningful to them!
Why do you want to work for CHCW:
CHCW’s innovative spirit and dedication to bringing patients the very best healthcare possible. I enjoy the fast-paced, team oriented atmosphere; along with the increased access for patients
Length of time with CWFM:
Since August, 2014
Length of time in the medical field:
Since 2013
Family Status:
My husband, and a very loved bearded dragon.