Program Details

Presented by:

WILLIAM MATTESON, PhD

WILLIAM MATTESON, PhD,   is a licensed psychologist with a clinical practice focus in geriatric services. His practice includes conducting assessments; testing and evaluation; and creating treatment plans for elderly individuals with psychiatric problems. Dr. Matteson conducts training programs and case management consultation for the staffs of geropsychiatric hospitals, home health agencies, retirement homes, assisted living facilities, day treatment programs, skilled nursing facilities, and board and care homes.

Nationally known for his work on memory and the causes of memory disorders, Dr. Matteson is the author of five books including the top selling Stop Memory Loss! How to Fight Forgetfulness Over Forty and Caregivers Bible: Managing Behavior Problems in the Elderly, a book for professional caregivers of the aged. Dr. Matteson’s excellent books will be available for review and purchase at the program and at www.health-ed.com.

Dr. Matteson earned his PhD in clinical psychology at the California Graduate Institute, MA in experimental and physiological psychology and BA in psychology at California State University, Long Beach. He is a member of numerous organizations including the International Psychogeriatrics Association, the American Society on Aging, the Gerontological Society of America, the National Academy of Neuropsychologists, and the American Medical Writers Association.

Presenter disclosure information available at: www.health-ed.com/speakerdisclosures

Testimonials

"Dr. Matteson is a very knowledgeable and interesting presenter. I LEARNED A GREAT DEAL and was never bored!"

Helen Williams, Ed.D , Psychologist

"Dr. Matteson is EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE in this subject. His teaching has motivated me to look deeper into my clients' problems and look beyond just treating symptoms to identifying the causes of the symptoms."

Donna Hague , MSW, ACSW

• Case Managers

• Counselor

• Long-term Care Consultants

• Marriage & Family Therapist

• Nurses

• Nursing Home Administrator

• Occupational Therapist

• Psychologist

• Social Worker

• Speech-Language Pathologist

This program is essential for professionals working in hospitals, clinics, skilled nursing/rehabilitation facilities, home health, assisted living, and with in-place elders at home. You will also find this program beneficial if you work in social service agencies, senior centers, continuing care retirement communities, community education outreach programs, and Departments of Aging.