College Living Experience

Name:

Thomas W. Welch, Psy.D

Position at CLE:

Clinical Psychologist

Education/ Degree:

8/93 to 8/98 California School of Professional Psychology – Los Angeles, CA
Doctor of Psychology degree received August 1998.
Individual and Family Clinical Specialty
Family and Child Emphasis

8/90 to 7/93 Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS
Master of Science in clinical psychology received July 1993.
Secondary concentration in Gerontology and Aging.

8/86 to 8/90 Texas A&M University, College Station, TX
Bachelor of Science in psychology received August 1990.
Minor in Business Management.

Years at CLE:

One Year at CLE

Why did you choose special education?

I love the idea of helping these students unlock those skills, talents, and potential that are often been untapped as a result of their disabilities.

What keeps you motivated?

I continue to be motivated by the excitement I see in students when they experience success and realize that their future is full of possibilities.

What is your favorite thing about working at CLE?

My colleagues and students at CLE have made this a fun, challenging, and enjoyable environment. It is truly a joy coming to the center each day.