Marilyn Cooper Barrick, Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist
(1932-2007 deceased)
Professional Credentials:
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Montana, 1987-2007
California, 1978-1988
Colorado, 1969-1988
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Professional Work:
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Private practice as a clinical psychologist, Paradise Valley, Montana |
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Seminars: “Spiritual Psychological Transformation for the
Healing of Soul and Spirit” (U.S., Canada & Europe) |
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Author of Spiritual Psychology book series |
Professional Membership:
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Montana Psychological Association, 2007 |
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American Psychological Association, 1967-2007 |
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Colorado Psychological Association, 1967-1978 |
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American Association of Humanistic Psychology, 1968-1978 |
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Colorado Women Psychologists, 1976 |
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C.C.F., Division of Clinical Psychology, American Psychological Association, 1966-1969 |
 | Colorado Association of Women Deans and Counselors, 1966-1969 |
Professional Positions (chronological order, present to past):
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Private practice as clinical psychologist for over 40 years in Boulder
and Denver, Colorado; Ventura, California; Livingston and Paradise
Valley, Montana:
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Individual and couple therapy; inner child work,
relationship/marriage/family therapy, dream work, gestalt therapy, EMDR
(Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), workshops focusing on
individual/spiritual psychological transformation for healing of soul
and spirit, 1987-2007 |
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Summit University Instructor, 1978-1982, 1986-1997 |
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Personnel Director and Staff Counselor for Church Universal and Triumphant, Corwin Springs, Montana, 1987-1997 |
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Director of Teaching Center for Church Universal and Triumphant, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1976-1978; 1982-1985 |
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Group Associates: helped found personal growth center and facilitated workshops for the center; Boulder, Colorado, 1970-1971 |
 | U.S. Peace Corps training development officer, field assessment officer and staging counselor, 1968-1971 |
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School Psychologist, Boulder Valley Schools, 1965-1966 |
University Professional Positions:
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Assistant Professor, Attendant Rank, Psychology Department, University
of Colorado taught graduate and undergraduate courses, 1966-1976:
Abnormal Psychology,
Independent Study,
Clinical Study of the Individual,
Practicum in Clinical Psychology,
Problems in Clinical Psychology,
Group Leader Training,
Experimental Studies in Community Living, |
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Faculty advisor for master’s theses and doctoral dissertations, |
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Faculty sponsor, Arica course, “Techniques for Conscious Evolution” |
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Clinical Psychologist, University Counseling Center, University of Colorado, Boulder, 1965-1976 |
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In-service Gestalt therapy facilitator trainer, human sexuality,
meditation workshops, communications, educational counseling and
residence hall programs, Rapline training for University of Colorado
Student Crisis Hotline, 1973 |
Theological Credentials:
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Ordained Minister, Church Universal and Triumphant, August 27, 1984 - 2007 |
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Lay Minister, Church Universal and Triumphant, May 2, 1976 - August 26, 1984 |
Professional and Theological Consulting:
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Consultant and trainer for Spiritual Counseling I & II: Intensive
and Practicum, Church Universal and Triumphant ministerial training
program, Corwin Springs, Montana, 1999 - 2001 |
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Consultant to People House, Evergreen, Colorado, 1978 |
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Professional advisor to Boulder Children’s Center, 1975-1976 |
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Professional advisor to Family Resources Center, 1975-1976 |
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Professional advisor to Beyond Divorce group, 1975-1976 |
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Professional advisor to Empathy House (drug abuse and alcoholism center), 1975-1976 |
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Law enforcement officers training projects for WICHE, 1971-1972 |
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Professional Advisory Committee for Boulder Board of Mental Health, 1968-1972 |
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Consultant to Eldorado Heights Residence for Adolescent Girls, 1970-1971 |
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Professional advisor, People’s Clinic, 1968-1970 |
Dr. Barrick's Books, Articles and Research Publications:
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The Journey Upward: Defining Moments in the Life of a Spiritual Psychologist,
trade paperback book, published by Marilyn C. Barrick, Ph.D., 2006. |
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Everything Is Energy: New Ways to Heal Your Body, Mind, & Spirit, trade paperback book, published by Summit University Press, 2005. |
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A Spiritual Approach to Parenting: Secrets of Raising the 21st Century Child, trade paperback book, published by Summit University Press, 2004. |
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Soul Reflections: Many Lives, Many Journeys, trade paperback book, published by Summit University Press, 2003. |
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EMOTIONS: Transforming Anger, Fear and Pain — Creating Heart Centeredness in a Turbulent World, trade paperback, published by Summit University Press, 2002. |
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DREAMS: Exploring the Secrets of Your Soul, trade paperback book, published by Summit University Press, 2001. |
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Sacred Psychology of Change: Life as a Voyage of Transformation, trade paperback book published by Summit University Press, 2000. |
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Sacred Psychology of Love: The Quest for Relationships That Unite Heart and Soul, trade paperback book published by Summit University Press, 1999. |
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“Spiritual Psychology with Dr. Marilyn Barrick,” column in
Heart-to-Heart, a newsletter published by Summit University Press,
1998-2000 |
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"Ask the Experts: 'Caught in a Tangled Web'" featured in Personal Transformation magazine Anniversary 2000, Issue 38 |
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"Handling Conflict in Relationships the Aikido Way" featured in New
Living, Health and Fitness NewsMagazine New York-Metro Area, August 1999 |
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"Chasing Fear Out of the Arena of Loving and Relating" featured in New
Living, Health and Fitness NewsMagazine New York-Metro Area, July 1999 |
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"Strategy for Survival: How To Navigate the Turbulent 80s, published in
The Coming Revolution: A Magazine for Higher Consciousness, Summit
University Press, Malibu, California, 1982 |
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“Your Aura,” published in The Coming Revolution: A Magazine for
Higher Consciousness, Summit University Press, Malibu, California, 1981 |
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“Looking In,” a series of self-help articles, published in Wings of the Springs, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 1977 |
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Chartering from the Grass Roots, published in Mandala, Journal for Summit International Teaching Centers, 1976 |
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“Developmental Programming in an Era of Change,” paper presented to
conference on the Role of Transitional Facilities in the Rehabilitation
of the Emotionally Disturbed, Kansas State University, October 1968.
Later incorporated in a book by the same title, Ed.E. Robert Sinnett
and Angela D. Sachson, University Press of Kansas, 1970 |
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“Similarities and Differences in Ongoing and Marathon Strength Groups,”
paper presented in symposium at American Personnel and Guidance
Association meeting, Detroit, Michigan, April 1968 |
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"The Gap—Whose Problem?" Colorado Education Review, Colorado Education Association, May 1968 |
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“Stimulation of Thinking: It’s Influence on Attitudes toward Mentally Ill People,” doctoral dissertation, 1966 |
 | “Confidence in the Patient: An Important Therapist Variable?” master’s thesis, 1965 |
Books for Teens, Their Families and Friends:
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Wanting to Be Loved: A Spiritual Approach to Love, Sex and Relationships, co-authored by Dr. Neroli Duffy and Marilyn C. Barrick, Ph.D. Published by Summit University Press. Coming in 2005. |
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Wanting to Live: Overcoming the Seduction of Suicide, co-authored by Dr. Neroli Duffy and Marilyn C. Barrick, Ph.D. Published by Summit University Press, 2004. |
Education:
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Graduate School: Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, 1966 M.A., Psychology; Minor, Experimental Psychology, 1965
University of Colorado, Boulder
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University: B.A., Psychology; Minor, Mathematics, 1961 University of Colorado, Boulder |
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High School: North Phoenix High School, Phoenix, Arizona, graduated 1949 |
Academic Honors:
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U. S. Public Health Service Fellowships, 1961-1962; 1964-1965
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Chi Omega Award for outstanding young woman in the social sciences, 1964
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Phi Beta Kappa, 1961
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B.A., magna cum laude, 1961
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Post-Doctoral Training:
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""Psychosocial Issues Near the End of Life: Considerations for Psychologists," APA Convention, July 31, 2004 |
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""Integrating Religious and Spiritual Interventions," APA Convention, July 28, 2004 |
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"Meditation: Theory and Practice," APA Convention, July 27, 2004 |
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"ADHD/ADD Through the Life Span," Montana Psychological Association, October 17-18, 2003 |
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"Navigating the Soul's Journey: Enhancing the Power of Your
Intuitive Skills," The National Institute for Clinical Application of
Behavioral Medicine, August 7-10, 2003 |
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"Family Wellness: Suvival Skills for Healthy Families," Amedco and CMFCE, June 25-26, 2003 |
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"The Developing Mind," National Association of Social Workers–Montana Chapter, June 16-17, 2003 |
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"Repairing Troubled Family Relationships," National Association of Social Workers–Montana Chapter, May 17-18, 2002 |
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"Imagery, Prayer and Dreams Coming True," Academy for Guided Imagery, 2001 |
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"Soul Medicine: A New Vision of Mind/Body/Spirit Medicine," Academy of Guided Imagery, 2001 |
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"Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy," sponsored by Cross Country University, 2001 |
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"Meridian-Based Energy Therapies," sponsored by National Association of Social Workers, 2001 |
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"Images in Therapy" with Thomas Moore, Ph.D., 2000 |
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"Mind Over Mood: Cognitive Therapy Innovations," 2000 |
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"Healing with Presence, Persuasion, and Peptides," Academy for Guided Imagery, Inc., 1999 |
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"M/B/S in Y2K: How Mind/Body/Spirit Medicine Will Revolutionize
Health Care in the New Millennium," Academy for Guided Imagery, Inc.,
1999 |
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Continuing Medical Education, 1998: Treatment-resistant depression
and bi-polar disorder; update on practical hypnosis; pharmacotherapy of
personality disorders; management of side-effects of psychotropic
agents; practical update on treating schizophrenia; psychosocial
support for the medically ill. |
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"Clinical Applications of EMDR," EMDR Institute, Inc., 1998 |
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"Self-Esteem and Health," cosponsored by CorTexT and Mind Matters Seminars, 1998 |
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California Institute of Integral Studies, John and Jennifer
Welwood: The healing power of unconditional presence: psychological
work in the service of spiritual development, 1997 |
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Continuing Medical Education, 1997: Bipolar disorder, depression,
diagnosis, psychopharmacologic management of psychiatric disorders in
women, cognitive therapy for depression |
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Continuing Medical Education, 1996: Neurobiology of sleep and
dreams; clinical significance of anxiety in depression and suicide |
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EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing training, Levels I and II, 1995 |
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U. S. Psychiatric and Mental Health Congress: Assessment and
treatment of sleep disorders, updates on diagnosis and treatment of
anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders and dissociative disorders, 1993. |
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"Powerful Communication Skills for Women," Rockhurst College continuing Education Center, 1993 |
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Workshops in Guided Imagery/Spirituality: Academy for Guided Imagery, 1991, 1993 |
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Psychotherapy and Religion Workshop: Friedman, Los Angeles, California, 1981 |
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"Successful Presentations Workshop," Business and Professional Research Institute, San Francisco, California, 1980 |
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Marital and sexual therapy training: Bernard Apfelbaum, Berkeley
Sex Therapy Group, 1980, Masters and Johnson, Denver, Colorado, 1973;
Hartman and Fithian, Center for Marital and Sexual Studies, San
Francisco, California, 1972; Lassen and Held, Denver, Colorado, October
1971 |
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Psychosynthesis Summer Intensive, Edith Stauffer, Psychosynthesis Training Center, Pasadena, California, 1979 |
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Gestalt Therapy Training: Evergreen Institute Workshops,
Evergreen, Colorado, 1967, 1968, 1978; Gestalt workshops in Boulder,
Colorado, 1971,1973 |
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Family Therapy Training: Structural Family Therapy, 1977; Minuchin
Family Therapy, 1976; Virginia Satir and Laura Dodson, 1974, 1975 |
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Jungian Dream Theory and Practice: Dreissen, 1976, Binswanger, 1976, Devore, Boulder, Colorado, 1975 |
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Professional Development Seminars: University of Colorado Student Life Center, 1974 |
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Psychodrama Training: Moreno, Hollander and Cronin, Denver Colorado, 1969-1970 |
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Professional Consultation Workshop: Gerald Caplan, 1968 |
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Sensitivity Training Workshops, Evergreen Institute, Evergreen, Colorado, 1968 |
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A.P.A. workshop with Irving Polster, Washington D.C. 1967; workshop with Fritz Perls, Boulder, Colorado, 1967 |
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