Women Leaders in School Psychology: Career Retrospectives and Guidance

This book showcases the autobiographical reflections of prominent women school psychologists, highlighting their diverse journeys and contributions to the field. It explores how these women have evolved from frontline service providers to full contributors at all levels of the profession, including academia, where they train the next generation. The book celebrates their success and encourages others to pursue roles in school psychology.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 25 August 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This captivating book delves into the autobiographical reflections of renowned women school psychologists who are either at the peak of their careers or nearing the end of their journey. Through their own words, the volume showcases the diverse and intricate paths these women have traversed, providing a profound insight into their experiences. The book explores the remarkable transformation of these leading women from primarily frontline service providers to active contributors at various levels within the profession. Each chapter offers valuable insights into the lives and careers of school psychology movers and shakers, shedding light on the paths they took to find a home in academia, where they became the trainers of the next generation. Furthermore, the chapters examine the opportunities and challenges these women leaders encountered throughout their careers, highlighting their resilience and determination in overcoming obstacles.

The book serves as a celebration of the remarkable achievements of these women and serves as a motivating force for both women and men to pursue roles in the field of school psychology. It is an invaluable resource for graduate students, scientist-practitioners, researchers, professors, and professionals across a wide range of psychology, education, and mental health disciplines. By shedding light on the experiences and contributions of these women leaders, the book fosters a deeper understanding of the field and encourages future generations to embrace the importance of diversity and gender equality in psychology.

Weight: 783g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030435455
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020