Dr. Michael Moates

A Bit About Me

Dr. Michael Moates is a distinguished scholar-practitioner. He is clinical psychologist, professor, journalist/editorialist, and legislative mental health advocate with a profound commitment to advancing the field of psychology through education, research, and clinical practice.

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Dr. Moates is a therapist who helps people change their behavior in a way that’s good for them. He uses methods backed by scientific research to help individuals, families, and groups.

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He focuses on figuring out why people act in certain ways that might be causing them problems and then helps them develop strategies to change those patterns. He believes in treating the whole person, looking at their mental and physical health together.

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Dr. Moates’s public engagement and advocacy for mental health and education reform demonstrate his dedication to societal well-being. His efforts include petitions for the registration of out-of-state psychologists, presentations on various educational and mental health topics, and active participation in community and school health advisory committees.

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Education

2023 – Doctor of Education, Concentration in Higher Education, Research Focus in Emergency Medicine,  Fielding Graduate University

2026 (in progress) – Master of Science in Nursing, Concentration in Clinical Nurse Leader, Elmhurst University

2022 – Master of Education, Fielding Graduate University (en route to doctorate)

2021 – Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, Area of Study: Psychology, Liberty University

2017 – Bachelor of Science in General Studies, Concentrations: Psychology and Communications, Tarleton State University

2021 – Associate of Science in Biology, Odessa College

2018 – Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice, Lone Star College

Certifications

2021 – Qualified Behavior Analyst, Qualified Applied Behavior Analysis Credentialing Board

2024 – Certified Employee Assistance Professional, International Employee Assistance Professionals Association

2022 – International Behavior Analyst, International Behavior Analysis Organization

2024 – Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Evergreen Certifications

Experience – Clinical

2024 – Present – Executive Director, Rose Health

2022 – Executive Director, Crosspoint Health

2021 – EAP Counselor, Life Works (now Telus Health)

2020 – Mental Health Technician, Universal Health Services

2016 – Behavior Technician / Student Analyst, Positive Behavior Supports

Experience – Teaching

2022 – University of the People, Adjunct Professor: General Studies and Psychology

Courses:

BUS 1105, Business Communications

PSYC 1205, Emotional intelligence

PSYC 1504, Introduction to Psychology

SOC 1502, Introduction to Sociology

BUS 4405, Leadership

BUS 5411, Leading in Today’s Dynamic Contexts

UNIV 1001, Online Education Strategies

BUS 4402, Organizational Behavior

COM 2001, Professional Communication