Peter J. Economou, Ph.D., ABPP earned a Ph.D. in counseling psychology and is Board Certified in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He completed his post-doctorate clinical training in neuropsychology and sport psychology before entering academia for the last 15 years. Dr. Pete joined the esteemed faculty at Rutgers University- Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology as an Associate Professor and serves as the Director of the Master of Applied Psychology program. He is a certified mental performance consultant (CMPC) from the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and is licensed by the state of New Jersey & New York to practice psychology. Dr. Pete has worked with elite and professional athletes utilizing the four pillars: Behaviorism, Holistic, Strength-based, and Wellness. Dr. Pete has been a leader in program development, mindfulness coaching, mental health advocacy, personal relationships, and has provided executive coaching for business professionals across many disciplines. Dr. Pete has a unique background in having studied eastern philosophy including Buddhism and Yoga which lead to his interest in the third wave cognitive and behavioral therapies. Dr. Pete is a Zen teacher in the White Plum lineage installed by Robert Kennedy, Roshi.
Dr. Pete has completed a myriad of research projects presenting at both national & international conferences. He has published many peer-reviewed journal articles with research interests including performance psychology, substance use, mindfulness, meditation, & multicultural psychology. Dr. Pete keeps current as an active member of several professional organizations, he is the co-host of the podcast When East Meets West, and is the author of two mindfulness books, Mindfulness Workbook for Beginners and Meditation Journal for Anxiety.
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