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ADHD: Staff

Carrie Chiappetta has her MS in Middle School Education from the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut. She has received many awards of recognition including Presidential award for secondary mathematics teaching '01, Toyota T.I.M.E. grant, Connecticut Education Association "Salutes" award, and the Stamford education Association Spotlight Award. She is a Member of the National, State & District Mathematics committees.

Lara Honos-Webb, Ph.D.: is a licensed clinical psychologist. She is author of The Gift of ADHD: How to Transform Your Child's Problems into Strengths, Listening to Depression: How Understanding Your Pain Can Heal Your Life which was selected as one of the best books of 2006 by Health Magazine and more than twenty-five scholarly articles. Her work has been featured in Newsweek, The Wall Street Journal, and Publisher's Weekly as well as newspapers across the country and local and national radio and television. She specializes in the treatment of ADHD and depression and the psychology of pregnancy and motherhood; she speaks regularly on her areas of expertise. Honos-Webb completed a two-year postdoctoral research fellowship at University of California, San Francisco, and has been an assistant professor teaching graduate students. Visit her website at www.visionarysoul.com

Steven Richfield, Psy.D: Child psychologist and author in full time private practice in Philadelphia. In 1998, Dr. Richfield introduced his Parent Coaching Cards, a unique program to coach self-control and social skills to children in a practical, appealing and kid-friendly format. The program's success led to the publication of Dr. Richfield's book, "The Parent Coach: A New Approach To Parenting In Today's Society," a coaching training manual for teachers and counselors, and a parenting column. Tens of thousands of parents, teachers, and children throughout the world are now benefiting from the program. Information and coaching columns can be found at www.parentcoachcards.com

Dr. DeMaria: is the Director of Drugless Healthcare Solutions. He has practiced since 1978 in Northern Ohio . Dr. Bob has a Bachelors Degree in Human Biology, a DC, and an NHD degree. He is the author of three popular selling books “Dr. Bob's Guide to Stop ADHD in 18 Days: A Drugless Family Guide to Optimal Health”, “Dr. Bob's Trans Fat Survival Guide” and the newest edition, “Dr. Bob's Guide to Optimal Health: A Twelve Month Bible Based Health Restoration Plan”. He is married and a father of 2 sons. He hosts a TV program, called “Half Hour to Health”. Dr. DeMaria also teaches postgraduate studies in the health field and has been a college instructor. For additional information you can go to www.DruglessDoctor.com . You may also contact Dr. Bob at DrB4Health@aol.com . He is available to speak at your church, business and professional organization. His enthusiasm for life is contagious.

Roman Bystrianyk: Bachelors degree from the University of Connecticut in Engineering & Masters degree from the University of New Haven in Software; Founder of healthsentinel.com which is dedicated to providing the very best in health related information based on scientific, medical, and historic sources, independent investigative writer on health and social issues

David D. Nowell, Ph.D: Clinical neuropsychologist consulting to hospitals, schools, agencies, and individuals regarding the practical impact of ADHD, learning disability, and related disorders. One of his passions is the translation of neuropsychological and brain research to functional and understandable terms which patients and families and organizations can quickly put to use to solve real problems.

Steve Plog: Author Excalibur: Working with ADD Attributes; Co-founder of Results Academy in Pasadena, TX; Published work in Medical Journal Fisher Proceedings.

Craig Stellpflug: is a Neuro Development Consultant specializing in brain disorders and traumatic brain injuries. Craig has lectured extensively on many subjects including neuro-education and brain disorders. He is currently living in Mesa Arizona and serving on the board of directors for Woman and Cancer Fund. He has authored several books on varied subjects including his latest tome of poetry called "Ravings of a Sane Man".

Jason Alster, M.Sc: was born in Hartford, Connecticut and now resides in Zichron Yacov, Israel with his family. There here set up a biofeedback clinic and specializes in natural treatments for learning and attention difficulties. In 1991, Jason received the Carskadon Award for sleep research. Jason's yahoo group for natural solutions for ADHD http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/ADHD-Dyslexia-Israel/

Joan Kasura: is a parent advocate/attorney and a professional writer on special education law issues. Over the last ten years, her work had appeared in both national and highly regarded regional special education publications, including Baltimore’s Child: A Special Edition, and 2e: Twice Exceptional Newsletter. Through her workshop forum, “The Write Stuff,” she conducts workshops and seminars to assist parents in navigating the paperwork maze of special education. She currently is working on a book, Letters to School, to accompany her interactive workshop of the same name. In her advocacy practice, she specializes in assisting parents of students identified as Gifted LD as well as consulting with parents on their written communication problems with their schools.

Catherine Lewis: Completed training as an EEG Neurofeedback Practitioner in 1998, EEG Spectrum, Int., Inc. (ESII) Began working in the office of Karen Carlquist-Hernandez, Ed.D., Merced, CA (affiliate of ESII) as well as opening an office in Modesto, CA from 4/98 to 5/02, and in Palmdale, CA from 7/04 to 8/05. Affiliated with ESII and Affiliate of EEG Associates, a division of EEG Institute and The Brian Othmer Foundation. Has written articles for the Antelope Journal and other publications on ADD and ADHD. Has been successful working with many adults and children with attention problems using EEG Neurofeedback. Currently lives in Merced, CA and is working to complete requirements toward a degree in social work.

Judy Wright: Is a parent educator, family coach, and personal historian who has written more than 20 books, hundreds of articles and speaks internationally on family issues, including end of life. Active as a PBS-Ready to learn consultant, she works with Head Start organizations and child care resource centers.

Steven Paglierani: Is a writer, teacher, personality theorist, and therapist whose work on human consciousness is read weekly by thousands all over the world. He is the author of the first fractal personality theory; Emergence Personality Theory, and his mission is to make the world better for children by restoring and deepening their love of learning. He can be read or reached at his site, http://theEmergenceSite.com

Ron Huxley: is a family and child therapist, corporate speaker, author of the book "Love and Limits" and father of four. His websites have been helping parents find better ways to manage child behaviors for 10 years online. More power parenting tools and tips can be found at http://parentingtoolbox.com

Nahed Haddad: Educator for 22 years in St. Louis County School District; Masters in Education; Works with students of Disabilities