Eduardo S. Morales, Ph.D.

Specialties and Interests

• Multicultural Diversity with particular interest in Latino and LGBTQ communities
• HIV/AIDS research
• Substance Abuse

Courses Taught

• Latino Psychology
• Adolescent Psychology
• Clinical and Ethical Issues
• Psychological Issues among Children of Color
• Racism Awareness - Two day workshop for Graduate Students
• Professional Development in the Field of Psychology
• Interventions with Ethnic Minorities: Children of Color
• AIDS Multicultural and Multidisciplinary Perspectives
• Research Design and Implementation
• Introduction to Multicultural and Community Psychology
• Independent Study Courses on Women and AIDS. and Substance Abuse
• Ph.D. Multicultural Research Class
• Chair and Member of Various Dissertation Committees

Research: Publications and Presentations (more available upon request)

• Sorensen, J.; London, J.; Heitzman, C.; Gibson, D.; Morales, E.; Dumontet, R.; & Acree, M.  (1994) Psychoeducational group approach: HIV risk reduction in drug users.  AIDS Education and Prevention 6 (2), 95-112.
• Morales, E.  (1996)  Gender roles among Latino gay men.  Chapter in book Green, Robert-Jay and Laird, Joan (1996)  Lesbians and Gays in Couples and Families:  A Handbook for Therapists.  Jossey-Bass, San Francisco.
• Morales, Eduardo  (1998)  Understanding and Preventing HIV risk behavior:  Safer sex and drug use.  Contemporary Psychology, 43 No. 3, 185-186.
• Díaz, Rafael;  Morales, Eduardo; Bein, Edward; Eugene, Dilán and Rodriguez, Richard (1999)  Predictors of sexual risk in Latino gay/bisexual men:  The role of demographic, developmental, social cognitive and behavioral variables.   Hispanic Journal of the Behavioral Sciences, 21 (4), 480-501.
• Faryna, Ellen and Morales, Eduardo.  (2000)  Self-Efficacy and Risk Behaviors among multiethnic adolescents.   Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology,  6 (1), 42-56.
• Morales, E. (2002) Book Review: Family Violence and Men of Color
  Ricardo Carrillo and Jerry Tello (Editors) (1998) Springer Publicating Company, New York, N.Y. Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology. 8, No 2, 170-171.
• Morales, E. (2006)  (Discussant) Celebrating Diversity: Interdivisional Challenge, Initiative, Collaboration, and Commitment. Symposia presented at the APA Annual Convention, New Orleans, August, 2006.
• Morales, E.  (2006)  Mentoring Students and Professionals. Conversation Hour presented at the APA Annual Convention, New Orleans, August, 2006.
• Morales, E. (2006)  Invited Panel – Multiple Minorities Issues in Clinical Psychology. Symposia presented at the APA Annual Convention, New Orleans, August, 2006.
• Morales, E.  (2006) (Chair)  The 2006 Division 45 Awards  Presented at the APA Annual Convention, New Orleans, August, 2006.
• Morales, E.  (2006) (Chair)  Presidential Address of A. Toy Coldwell-Colbert of Division 45  Presented at the APA Annual Convention, New Orleans, August, 2006.
• Morales, E. (2006)  (Discussant)  U.S. Hispanic Street Gangs.  Symposia at the 12th Annual Latino Behavioral Health Institute Conference, Burbank, CA, September 19-21, 2006.
• Morales, E. (2006)  Counseling Latino Gays and Lesbians: Identity Formation and Psychosocial Issues Paper accepted for the National Latino Psychological Association Conference, Milwaukee, WI October 12-14, 2006.
• Morales, E. (2006)  Reducing HIV Risk among Latino Gay Men.  Paper accepted for the National Latino Psychological Association Conference, Milwaukee, WI October 12-14, 2006.

Boards and Committees (more available upon request)

• President of the Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues (Division 45), a Division of the American Psychological Association.  President Elect, 2003 to 2003; President 2004 to 2005; Past President 2005 to 2006).
• CSAT Hispanic Stakeholder Committee Member (2003 to Present)
• Co-Chair and co-founder of the National Latino Coalition for Community Prevention, Treatment and Recovery of the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT) of NIH (1999 to 2002)
• Chair of the Program Evaluation Committee of the National Latino Coalition for Community Prevention, Treatment and Recovery of the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT) of NIH (2000 to present)
• Member of the Editorial Board of the AIDS Prevention and Education  (2001-present)
• Appointed Member of the Peer Review Board of the Journal of Multicultural Counseling and Development (2000-present)
• Consulting Editor for the Hispanic Journal of Behavioral Sciences (1999-present)
• Consulting Editor of the Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology (2000-present)
• Oral Commissioner of the Examination Committee for the Board of
  Psychology of the State of California, Appointed July 31, 1990 (1990- 1998)
• Member of the Committee on Ethnic Minority Issues of Division 44 of the APA - the Society for the Psychological Study of Lesbian and Gay Issues (1985-1999)
• Chair of the Multicultural Education Research Intervention and Teaching (MERIT) Institute of CSPP (1998-1999)
• Appointed Membership Chair of Division 45 of the APA - The Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues (1998 to present)
• Chair of the Multicultural Education Research Intervention and Teaching  (MERIT) Institute of CSPP (1998-1999)

Honors and Awards

• The 2006 Star Vega Award for Distinguished Service to the Latino Community from the National Latino Psychological Association
• Citation for Outstanding Service and Visionary Leadership from the Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues (Division 45) of the American Psychological Association, August, 2005.
• The 2002 Distinguished Career Contributions to Service Award from the Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues (Division 45) of the American Psychological Association.
• The 1998 Award for Outstanding Service given by AGUILAS, a Community  based Latino Organization in San Francisco.
• The 1995 Award for Outstanding Accomplishments given by AGUILAS, a Community based Latino Organization in San Francisco.
• The 1994 Outstanding Achievement Award given by the Committee of Lesbian and Gay Concerns of the American Psychological Association
• Distinguished Contribution Award (1991) in Ethnic Minority Issues, Division 44 of the American Psychological Association
• Fellow of the American Psychological Association and Divisions 9, 44, 45,  51
• Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (Div. 9);
• Society for the Psychological Study of Lesbian and Gay Issues(Div. 44);
• Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues (Div. 45)
• Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinity (Div. 51);
• Ford Foundation Fellowship
• Educational Testing Service at Princeton Summer Fellow
• Four Year Fordham College Scholarship
• Valedictorian in High School

Professional and Honorary Memberships

• American Psychological Association, Fellow
• Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (Div. 9 of APA), Fellow
• Society for the Psychological Study of Ethnic Minority Issues (Div. 45 of APA), Fellow
• Society for the Psychological Study of Lesbian and Gay Issues (Div. 44 of APA), Fellow
• Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinity (Div. 51 of APA), Fellow
• Division on Addictions (Div. 50 of APA), Member
• Division of Health Psychology of APA, Member
• Division of Clinical Psychology of APA, Member

Recent Community Work (more available upon request)

1989-Present 

• California School of Professional Psychology-SF S.F., California  (Alliant International University as of 2000) Title: Interim Program Director of the PhD Clinical Program (Sept 1, 2006 to present)
• Coordinator of the Multicultural and Community Emphasis Area (1991 to present)
• Assistant Professor (1989 to 1991)
• Associate Professor (1991 to 1996)
• Full Professor  (1996 to Present)
• Interim Director for Clinical Ph.D. Program (2006-present) Title: Chair of the MERIT Institute (1998 to 1999) Responsibilities:  To coordinate the activities of the Multicultural  and Community Emphasis Area, teach doctoral level courses in psychology to doctoral students in the professional school, chair dissertations, participate in faculty meetings, design courses for the school, and to advise and supervise students.  Served as Chair in an acting capacity for the Multicultural Education Research Intervention and Teaching (MERIT) Institute of CSPP system-wide and oversee the institute’s activities across campuses.

1999-Present 

• AGUILAS, Inc San Francisco, California Title:  Executive Director Responsibilities:  To oversee all operations and corporate matters of AGUILAS, Inc and it's program El Ambiente, an HIV prevention program for Latino gay bisexual men.  Hire, supervise and train staff, represent the organization to funding agencies, write grants, oversee all fiscal and procedural matters of the corporation and report to the Board of Directors of AGUILAS, Inc.

1976-Present 

• Clinical and Consulting Psychologist Private Practice Clinical Psychological Services to individuals, children, and families, including psychotherapy, group therapy,  psychological assessments and consultation, services. Consultation Services to organizations, agencies and community groups, training in clinical procedures and organizational design consulting in starting up health oriented programs with a community focus, conducting evaluation and research activities.

1988-1989

• Bayview Hunter's Point Foundation San Francisco, California Title: Coordinator of Program Development Responsibilities:  To develop and implement new programs within the Bayview Hunter's Point Foundation, conduct research and evaluation, and participate in the administration of the  Foundation.  To conduct program planning, write grants, develop new projects, train staff and consult with the program directors with regard to new projects.

License

• Licensed to practice psychology in the State of California

Recent Dissertations Chaired

• Magel, Nikita  (2002) Psychological predictors of health risk taking behaviors in gay men. Psy.D. Dissertation at California School of Professional Psychology-Alameda, April, 2002
• Gambetti, Roberta  (2003) Sexual Coercion and HIV/STD Risk Taking Behaviors among Latinas. Proposal approved for Ph.D. Dissertation at California School of Professional Psychology-SF Bay Area, February, 2003
• Schiller, Emily  (2003) Gender Differences in coping among Parents of Children with Congenital Heart Disease. Proposal approved for Psy.D. Dissertation at California School of Professional Psychology-SF Bay Area, March, 2003.
• Kamins, Deborah  (2003) Acculturation and Ethnic Identity as correlates of perceived attractiveness, body image, and eating behaviors among Latinas. Ph.D. Dissertation at California School of Professional Psychology-Alameda, June, 2003.
• Ito, Komoti (2003)  Cross Cultural Adjustment of Japanese International Students in the United States: A qualitative study. Psy.D. Dissertation at California School of Professional Psychology-Alameda, June, 2003.
• Wong, Sharon (2005)  Comparing Outcomes of Community-Based Outpatient Clinic Services versus School-Based Clinic Services. Ph.D. Dissertation at California School of Professional Psychology-SF Bay Area, November, 2005.