I attended Hunter college in 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 was licensed in PA as a Marriage and Family Therapist and relocated to GA in 2010. Retired Philadelphia Police Officer; Semi-retired Pastor; Owner, CEO, clinical Director, Therapist of a Private Outpatient Mental Health Center in Conyers, GA to 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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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Completed graduate studies. completed Certification CEUs for licensure every two years. CBT is our agency's treatment method
Couples Counseling
Completed graduate studies. completed Certification CEUs for licensure every two years. CBT is our agency's treatment method
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Completed graduate studies. completed Certification CEUs for licensure every two years. CBT is our agency's treatment method
Christian Counseling
Ordained minister since age 29; founded and pastored several multicultural churche sin PA and GA; currently semi-retired; operated faith-based outpatient counseling center
Child Parent Psychotherapy
Doctorate, Masters, and Bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Marriage and Family therapy
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