Julie Marie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP

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1 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 1 of 11 Julie Marie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Education: August, 2005 April, 2003 May, 2002 May, 2000 May, 1996 Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology University of Missouri - St. Louis (APA Accredited Program) Dissertation Proposal Defended: July 2003 Dissertation Defended: June 2004 Advisor: Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. Graduate GPA: 4.0 Advancement to Doctoral Candidacy in Clinical Psychology University of Missouri - St. Louis Qualifying Paper Defended: April 2003 Advisor: Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. Master of Arts, Clinical Psychology University of Missouri - St. Louis Thesis Defended: September 2001 Advisor: Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. Bachelor of Science, Biology Major Truman State University - Kirksville, Missouri Magna Cum Laude Undergraduate GPA: 3.9 High School Diploma Cor Jesu Academy St. Louis, Missouri Clinical Experience: 11/07 Present Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Department of Veterans Affairs St. Louis Health Care System St. Louis, Missouri. Clinical Psychologist on the PTSD clinical team, a specialty mental health clinic serving veterans from Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). Responsible for conducting differential diagnostic assessments, developing/implementing treatment plans, providing evidence-based psychotherapy interventions (including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Interpersonal Therapy), and providing consultation, referral, and coordination as a member of an interprofessional team within the St. Louis VA to coordinate mental health care for veterans.

2 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 2 of 11 Responsible for administrative tasks, including meeting documentation standards. Participated in program evaluation, including initiating research efforts, requiring collaboration and compliance with the VA IRB. Membership in the Mental Health Quality Management Council, which involves promoting compliance with VA performance measures. Membership on the Psychology Training Council as the Clinical Training Specialist, requiring training and supervision duties with pre-doctoral and post-doctoral trainees in psychology. 11/06 11/07 Psychology Resident. Department of Veterans Affairs VA Health Care System St. Louis, Missouri. Psychology Resident on the PTSD clinical team providing evidence based psychotherapy for veterans from Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). Supervisor: David Klein, Psy.D. 09/04 08/05 Psychology Intern. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, Missouri. Completed rotations on the following hospital units: Neuropsychology, Geropsychology, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, and Spinal Cord Injury. Provided both inpatient and outpatient assessment and psychotherapy services to veterans and their families. Presenting problems included dementia, schizophrenia, posttraumatic stress disorder, and substance dependence. Trained in the administration of Compensation and Pension examinations for veterans. Co-facilitated a Pain Management Group and a Trauma Support Group for female veterans. Presented several in-service lectures to medical staff, e.g. Strategies for Managing a Difficult Patient for nursing staff and Gender and the Expression of PTSD and community agencies (e.g. How to Recognize Symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder for Salvation Army staff members). Improved a system for reliably collecting data through the existing Smoking Cessation program; the data were subsequently analyzed and presented to medical staff. Participated in weekly individual and group supervision. Supervisors: Ruth Davies-Sulser, Ph.D., Stephen Gaioni, Ph.D., David Klein, Psy.D., Irwin Moore, Ph.D., and Katina Shine, Ph.D. 05/03 08/04 Senior Clinic Assistant. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri St. Louis.

3 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 3 of 11 In addition to the responsibilities listed below, provided ongoing supervision and training to less advanced clinic assistants. 05/02-5/03 Clinic Assistant. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri - St. Louis. Provided individual outpatient psychotherapy for both adult and child survivors of traumatic events including rape, domestic violence, childhood sexual and physical abuse, physical assault, and war atrocities. Presenting problems included posttraumatic stress disorder, acute stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, substance dependence, panic disorder, and somatization disorder. Treatment consisted of both longterm and short-term trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, including Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Administered modified cognitive behavioral therapy through a translator to Bosnian refugee clients. Conducted intake interviews, managed crisis calls, and provided appropriate referrals. Presented new intakes at weekly clinic meetings and maintained clinic database. Devised and implemented a system for monitoring treatment outcome and client satisfaction. Participated in weekly individual and group supervision. Supervisors: Tara Galovski, Ph.D., Pallavi Nishith, Ph.D., Reginald Nixon, Ph.D., Patricia Resick, Ph.D., and Priscilla Schulz, LCSW (War Trauma Recovery Project). 05/01 08/04 Therapist. Community Psychological Service, University of Missouri - St. Louis. Provided outpatient psychotherapy to adults, couples, and families using a range of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, emotionally-focused/process-oriented, and psychodynamic. Presenting problems included depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, borderline personality disorder, dependent personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, pedophilia, alcohol abuse/dependence, substance abuse/dependence, and marital and family discord. Completed intake reports, treatment plans, and termination reports. Implemented interventions and administered clinic outcome measures. Participated in individual and group supervision. Supervisors: Robert Harris, Ph.D., Marcia McCabe, Ph.D., and Jayne Stake, Ph.D. 01/01 08/04 Psychological Examiner. Community Psychological Service, University of Missouri - St. Louis.

4 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 4 of 11 Conducted outpatient psychological assessments of adults and children for a variety of community agencies. Evaluations involved assessing adults and children claiming psychological disabilities (Missouri Department of Disability Determinations), determining potential learning disability status (Special School District), evaluating parental competence (Department of Family Services), and determining risk in adults recently released from prison (Department of Parole and Probation). Administered, scored, interpreted, and wrote comprehensive psychological evaluation reports using cognitive and personality assessment measures (both objective and projective). Supervisors: Robert Harris, Ph.D., Marcia McCabe, Ph.D., and Jayne Stake, Ph.D. Licensure/Certification: Present Missouri State License in Psychology. 04/2010 ABPP (American Board of Professional Psychology) specialty board certification in Clinical Psychology. 03/08 Present Health Service Provider. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, Missouri. Research Experience: 09/ /2012 Co-Investigator, OEF/OIF/OND Barriers to Group Therapy. Project involved: generation of an IRB protocol, study proposal, an extensive literature review, independent data collection, statistical analyses using SPSS, data interpretation, manuscript preparation, and publication. 04/03 06/04 Dissertation, University of Missouri St. Louis. The Role of Maladaptive Cognitions in Eating Disturbances among PTSD Positive Assault Victims. Project involved: an extensive literature review, independent data collection, statistical analyses using SPSS, completion of a manuscript, and an oral defense. Chair: Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. 05/02 08/04 Senior Graduate Research Assistant. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri St. Louis. Recruited subjects, collected and entered data, and managed multiple databases for a research grant. Provided updates on subject recruitment and data management to the principle investigator.

5 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 5 of 11 05/00 05/02 Graduate Research Assistant. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri - St. Louis. Administered structured interviews (e.g., CAPS and SCID) to survivors of sexual assault, physical assault, and domestic violence. Conducted telephone screenings of potential treatment and research participants (NIMH Grants: Cognitive Processes in PTSD: Treatment; Cognitive Processes in PTSD: Focus on Domestic Violence; Cognitive Processes in PTSD: Dismantling). Conducted phone follow-up assessments of survivors of physical and sexual assault. Provided telephone support, referrals, and assistance to trauma survivors. Conducted independent research projects using archival data. Trained and supervised new graduate students in screening procedures, interview techniques, and crisis management. Participated in weekly CAPS and SCID reliability meetings. Participated in individual and group supervision. Supervisors: Tara Galovski, Ph.D., Mindy Mechanic, Ph.D., Pallavi Nishith, Ph.D., Patricia Resick, Ph.D., and Christy Scher, Ph.D. 08/01 08/02 National Violence Against Women Prevention Programming Project Team Member. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri St. Louis. Worked as a team member to investigate the extent to which community agencies provide prevention programs for violence against women. Project included generating a comprehensive list of domestic violence and sexual assault agencies, developing a survey, creating and managing a database, and completing statistical analyses with SPSS. 09/01-04/03 Specialty Paper (Qualifying Paper), University of Missouri - St. Louis. Childhood Sexual Abuse and Bulimia Nervosa: Is there a link? Project involved an exhaustive review of the literature on childhood sexual abuse and eating disorders, completion of a manuscript, and an oral defense. Chair: Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. 08/00-09/01 Independent Research Project (Equivalent of Master s Thesis), University of Missouri - St. Louis. Predicting Treatment Outcome for Rape Survivors with PTSD: The role of peritraumatic and general dissociation. Project involved an extensive literature review of PTSD and dissociation, statistical analyses using SPSS, and completion of a manuscript. Chair: Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D.

6 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 6 of 11 05/02-05/03 Outcomes Project Manager. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri St. Louis. Devised a systematic procedure for collecting outcomes data from clinic patients. Selected and administered outcomes measures, developed and maintained multiple databases, authored an outcomes project manual, and conducted outcomes training with staff therapists. Publications: Supervisors: Robert N. Harris, Ph.D. and Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. Kracen, A.C., Mastnak, J.M., Loaiza, K.L., & Matthieu, M.M. (2013). Group therapy among OEF/OIF veterans: treatment barriers and preferences. Military Medicine, 178, Brawer, P.A., Brugh, A.M., Martielli, R.P., O Connor, S.P., Mastnak, J.M., Scherrer, J.F., & Day, T.E. (2011). Enhancing entrance into PTSD treatment for post-deployment veterans through collaborative/integrative care. Translational Behavioral Medicine, 1, Kaysen, D., Scher, C., Mastnak, J., & Resick, P. (2005). Cognitive mediation of childhood maltreatment and adult depression in recent crime victims. Behavior Therapy, 36, Mastnak, J. & Resick, P. (2004). Trauma and posttraumatic sequelae. Corsini Encyclopedia. Conference Presentations: Brawer, P., Brugh, A., Martielli, R., O Connor, S., Mastnak, J., & Fagan, C. (2011). Enhancing entrance into treatment for post-deployment veterans through collaborative/integrated care. Oral paper presentation at the 32 nd Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions of the Society of Behavioral Medicine, Washington, D.C. Mastnak, J. & Resick, P. (2003). Relationship between maladaptive cognitions and eating disturbances in a sample of female assault victims. Poster session presented at the 19 th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies. Chicago, Illinois. Mastnak, J. & Resick, P. (2002). Use of the physical reactions scale in predicting PTSD among female trauma survivors. Poster session presented at the 18 th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies. Baltimore, Maryland. Nishith, P., Gillaspy, J., Kaysen, D., Mastnak, J., Resick, P., & Griffin, M. (2002). Factor structure of peritraumatic dissociation in female acute assault victims. Poster session presented at the 18 th Annual Meeting of the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies. Baltimore, Maryland.

7 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 7 of 11 Invited Presentations: Mastnak, J. (09/2016). Professional Development Seminar. Cognitive Processing Therapy. Washington University St. Louis, MO. Mastnak, J. (11/2015). Professional Development Seminar. Assessment and Treatment of Trauma in Adults. Washington University St. Louis, MO. Mastnak, J. (02/2016). Evidence-based Interventions for PTSD. Siteman Cancer Center. St. Louis, MO. Mastnak, J. (11/08). The OEF/OIF PCT: Building Collaborative Research Relationships. Research Day. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO. Mastnak, J. (10/08). Invited panelist. Preview Screening for the documentary Lioness (from the Emmy-award winning PBS series Independent Lens). Mastnak, J. (05/08). Serving Veterans Returning from Iraq and Afghanistan: How employers can help veterans re-integrate into the workplace. Gateway to Diversity. Carbondale, Illinois. Mastnak, J. (03/08). PTSD in Returning Veterans. Television broadcast How s Your Mental Health. Mastnak, J. (03/08). Working with PTSD in Veterans Returning from Iraq and Afghanistan: Special Issues. Colloquium Series, University of Missouri St. Louis. Mastnak, J. (11/07). The OEF/OIF PCT: Building Collaborative Research Relationships. Research Day. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Mastnak, J. (04/07). Serving Veterans Returning from Iraq and Afghanistan: Common Problems Encountered by Returning Veterans and Interventions for Providers. Illinois Rehabilitation Association. Mastnak, J. (03/07). Understanding PTSD: Briefing for Returning Soldiers. Family Readiness Center. Missouri Air National Guard. Mastnak, J. (03/07). Suicide Prevention. St. Louis VA Medical Center. Mastnak, J. (2005). Gender and the Expression of PTSD. Presented at the St. Louis Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, sponsored by the Federal Women s Program. Mastnak, J. & Sobel, A. (2003). Traumatic reactions and treatment of PTSD. Presented to staff at Maria Droves Recovery Shelter.

8 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 8 of 11 Teaching Experience: July 2017-present Senior Lecturer. Brown School of Social Work, Washington University St. Louis, MO present Adjunct Faculty Member. Course: Advanced Social Work Practice in Trauma with Adults. St. Louis University St. Louis, MO. The course was co-taught with Drs. Karen Loaiza and Monica Matthieu. The content of the course included evidence-based assessment and interventions for adults with trauma-related disorders. The course included on-line components, including the use of Tegrity and Blackboard for assignments and course requirements 2015-present 2014-present 2011-present 2010-present Adjunct Faculty Member. Course: Applied Behavior Therapy. Brown School of Social Work, Washington University St. Louis, MO. This course was designed to introduce students with a mental health concentration to the theoretical underpinnings and interventions of Behavior Therapy. Emphasis is placed on the use of multi-media techniques, including lecture, role-plays, and video demonstrations. Adjunct Faculty Member. Course: Differential Diagnosis. Brown School of Social Work, Washington University St. Louis, MO. This course was built based on DSM-V criteria. Course content includes structured didactic lecture (power-point), video/documentaries, and roleplays. Adjunct Faculty Member. Course: Cognitive Processing Therapy Skills Lab. Brown School of Social Work, Washington University St. Louis. This course was designed to help Master s Level social work students gain knowledge and basic skills in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidence-based treatment for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Opportunities to role-play and practice basic skills and techniques are a critical component of the course. Instructor. Evidence-Based Treatment Enrichment Series Cognitive Processing Therapy. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO. Provided training to psychology interns and residents on Cognitive Processing Therapy. The series includes a presentation of the theoretical underpinnings of CPT, a critical review of the empirical literature supporting the use of CPT in a variety of populations, and an overview of the treatment interventions. The series also includes discussions of potential ethical issues that may arise in treatment as well as discussions about cultural diversity issues.

9 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 9 of 11 05/03 08/04 Instructor. Selected Projects in Field Placement: Helping Victims of Crime. University of Missouri - St. Louis. Lectured on topics pertinent to criminology and psychology, including posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, suicidality, cognitive theory, crisis intervention, vicarious traumatization, domestic violence, sexual assault, and case documentation. Supervised undergraduate students clinical work at St. Louis agencies that provide services to victims of crime, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals in crisis. 10/00 08/04 Guest Lecturer. Directed Studies. University of Missouri - St. Louis. Lectured undergraduate students on various topics including ethics, depression, and suicidality. Committee Membership: 2015 present 2011 present Psychology Training Council. Clinical Training Specialist. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO. Mental Health Quality Management Council. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO Psychology Credentialing Council. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO Research Council. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO. Additional Professional and Leadership Experiences: 2014 Present IPT Provider. Completed the training and practice requirements established by the Veterans Administration to be recognized as an IPT (Interpersonal Psychotherapy) provider Present CBT Provider. Completed the training and practice requirements established by the Veterans Administration to be recognized as an CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) provider Present CPT Provider. Completed the training and practice requirements established by the Veterans Administration to be recognized as an CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy) provider.

10 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 10 of 11 03/08 04/2012 PTSD Mentor. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO. Elected by administration to serve as a mentor for PTSD programs throughout the VISN. Completed training in San Antonio, TX, organized monthly phone conferences with PTSD Program Managers throughout the VISN, and co-facilitated a VISN-wide conference. 11/08 Operation Homecoming. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO. Supported a writing workshop (hosted by author Andrew Carroll) to assist veterans in writing about the wartime experience. Other Educational Experiences: 01/2014 Interpersonal Therapy for Depression, St. Louis, MO. 09/2010 Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Depressed Veterans. San Antonio, TX. 04/08 Mentoring Conference for PTSD Program Directors. San Antonio, TX. 03/08 Mindfulness: The Practice of Compassionate Presence. St. Louis, MO. 02/08 VA Certification for Compensation and Pension Examinations. St. Louis, MO. 01/08 Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD. St. Louis, MO. 03/07 Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior: St. Louis, MO. 12/06 VHI: Traumatic Brain Injury. St. Louis, MO. 08/03 Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Training Seminar. Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri St. Louis. 08/02 Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Training Seminar. Patricia A. Resick, Ph.D. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri St. Louis. 09/01 Written Exposure for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder. Pallavi Nishith, Ph.D. Center for Trauma Recovery, University of Missouri St. Louis.

11 Julie Mastnak, Ph.D., ABPP Page 11 of 11 Honors and Awards: Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO 2016 Terry Dunn Award. Nominated and selected by peers for an award recognizing Commitment to Honoring the Accomplishments of Others, Consistent Effort at Building Staff Morale, Generosity of Time and Resources, a Presence Marked by Humility, Lightheartedness, and Respect. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center St. Louis, MO Special Contribution Award. Selected and Recognized for Best Practice, 2008, Performance Improvement Team Award. University of Missouri St. Louis Sherman Scholarship Award, 2003 Truman State University Dean s List, National Merit Finalist, 1996 Bellarmine Scholarship, 1996 Bright Flight Scholarship, 1996 St. Louis Young Achiever s Award, 1995