Faculty: Nina Samaco
Maria Cristina Samaco-Zamora (Nina), Ph.D.
Title(s):
Adjunct Professor
School(s):
Business
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Maria Cristina Samaco-Zamora, Ph.D. (Nina) is a Clinical Psychologist but these days she is an academician, a researcher and writer, and a yoga teacher.
She completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the Ateneo de Manila University in March 2013. While in the Philippines, Nina developed a counseling program for sexually abused children in a non-government organization orphanage. When the Typhoon Haiyan devastated parts of the Philippines, Nina trained and led a group of volunteers to provide Psychological First Aid for the victims. Since moving to the Bay Area 3 years ago, Nina has been involved with various projects. She volunteered at the Asian Community Mental Health Services to introduce yoga and its mental health benefits. Nina also served as a consultant for the Suicide Prevention campaign.
COURSES TAUGHT
- PSYCH 302
- Life Span Development: Theories and Applications for Therapists
- PSYCH 320
- Therapeutic Communication and Counseling Skills
- PSYCH 335
- Special Issues in the Treatment of Families
- PSYCH 304
- Cross-Cultural Aspects of Psychology
EDUCATION
- PhD, Clinical Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
- Master's in Counseling Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
- BA Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
Professional & Teaching Experience
- Adjunct Faculty, Golden Gate University, 2014- Present
- Teacher, Institute of Reading Development, 2014 - Present
- Behavior Coach and School climate consultant, Edgewood, 2014 - 2014
- Psychologist, Fr. Bulatao Center for Psychological Services, 2011 -2013
- Lecturer, Psychology Department, Ateneo de Manila University, 2010 - 2013