I attended Hunter College in New York, New York for my Bachelor's degree; Master's degree from LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA; Doctorate in Marriage and Family from Palmer Seminary/Eastern University in St. David's PA. I joined the Philadelphia Police Department in 1982 and retired after 16 year where I was Patrol Officer then transferred to the Philadelphia Police academy as a Pennsylvania State Certified Instructor of Police Recruits and Police Officers; I then transferred to the Philadelphia Police Department's EAP unit from which I retired. I got may Master's and doctorate while a member of the Philadelphia Police Department. I am licensed in PA and GA as a Marriage and Family Therapist and relocated to GA in 2010; applied for license in Fla. Retired Philadelphia Police Officer; Semi-retired Pastor; Owner, CEO, Clinical Director, Therapist of a Private Outpatient Mental Health Center in Conyers, GA; provide services to clients age 3 and up: Children and Youth, Single Adults, LGBTQ, Church and Pastors, Couples and Families, Law Enforcement Officers, Veterans, Court-Ordered Individuals, etc. age three and older. Consultant to the Faith-based community and Secular Organizations. I am a father of four adult children and 13 grand children. I am a divorcee.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

I am very directive with my clients; I assign homework such as communication, problem-solving, activities, books, movies, etc. In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

Being a black, Caribbean male, a moderate democrat, faith-based and open-minded; very heterosexual without apologies. I consider myself to be very ECLECTIC in my practice. I am a very good listener, empathetic, and supportive to my clients. My integration of faith-based and secular, and law enforcement background which fascinates my of my clients, especially teenagers who appreciate my directness with them. Many parents come to me stating, "I need a Black male for my son"

About Desmond Maul

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