I have over 34 years of experience working as a clinical psychologist. The bulk of my career was spent at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, where I provided comprehensive, evidence-based psychological assessment and intervention for a range of mental health difficulties, including but not limited to depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, substance use, sleep, chronic pain, personality disorders, and psychosis. In addition to my clinical work, I served as the overall Director of Training for the APA-accredited doctoral internship and postdoctoral residency training programs. Throughout my tenure in this position, I have had the honor of providing clinical supervision and mentorship to over 300 psychology interns and postdoctoral residents.

Since retiring from my position at the VA, I have continued to…

  • Maintain a private practice providing evidence-based individual psychotherapy and psychological assessment

  • Serve in several volunteer leadership roles involved in the national management and coordination of psychology training and education and the overall profession of psychology

  • Serve on the Minnesota Board of Law Examiners

  • Serve as an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota's Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program

  • Teach graduate-level courses at local psychology doctoral programs

On a more personal note, I have a passion for travel and the thrill of discovering new culinary adventures and restaurants. Cooking, art, and photography are creative outlets that I cherish, along with a love for nature and outdoor activities. My commitment to health and an active lifestyle is evident in my lifelong engagement with endurance sports, including marathon running, cycling, ironman triathlons, and hiking. These activities not only challenge me physically but also provide a strong sense of accomplishment and joy.

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Wayne G Siegel, PhD, ABPP

CURRICULUM VITA

Wayne G. Siegel Ph.D., ABPP

EDUCATION

August, 1993     Ph.D.         The University of Iowa (APA Accredited), Iowa City, IA

                                                Major: Counseling Psychology

                                                Minor: Childhood Personality Assessment


July, 1988         B.A.            The University of Maryland

                                                College Park, MD

                                                Major: Psychology


August, 1993                       APA Accredited Internship

                                                Nashville VAMC/Vanderbilt Consortium

APPOINTMENTS:

  • Clinical Assistant Professor

  •  Department of Psychology, University of Minnesota

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

  • December 1995 - Present          Minnesota Licensure #LP3393

  • December 2004 – Present         Board Certification in Clinical Psychology, Diplomate – American Board of Clinical Psychology (ABBP)

EXPERIENCE

Private Practice

April 1996 - Present

  • Individual Psychotherapy

  • Forensic psychological assessment and consultation

  • Consultant, Psychology Education and Training – Accreditation Focus

Veterans Affairs Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN

September 1993 – 2024

Director of Training

  • Responsible for the administration of an APA-accredited doctoral internship, postdoctoral residencies (3), and practicum training programs

  • Mentored over 350 psychology doctoral interns and postdoctoral residents

Psychology Supervisor

  • Shared responsibility for the supervision and administration of psychology services

  • Supervisory responsibility for 10 doctoral-level psychologists, 8 psychology interns, and 5 postdoctoral residents

Academic Excellence Council

  • Coordinate Academic Excellence Council, which is responsible for the oversight of all training and research in the medical center

Clinical Duties

  • Provide psychological assessment and psychological intervention to individuals with severe mental illness

  • Supervision of doctoral-level psychology interns, practicum students, and postdoctoral residents in assessment and individual psychotherapy

  • Consultant to the Erectile Dysfunction Clinic (1996-2002)

  • Coordinated the PTSD disability evaluations (1996 – 2001)

  • Co-chaired workgroup on the management of chronic pain and reducing the use of opiates for non-malignant pain (2013-2016)

Doctoral Internship

August 1992 - August 1993

Vanderbilt University Veterans Affairs Medical Center Internship in Professional Psychology (APA Accredited), Nashville, TN

PUBLICATIONS

Joyner, K. J., Anderson, L. M., Bekele, B. M., Callahan, J. L., Egbert, A. H., Grus, C., Hill, K., Keilin, G., Lopez, G., Mehta, T., Sequeira, S. Siegel, W., Silberbogen, A. K., Strauman, T. J., Vas, S. N., Wall, J., Washburn, J. J., Yee, C. M., & Teachman, B. A. (2021). Exploring different visions for the future of Health Service Psychology Internships: Reports from an Initial Stakeholder Meeting. The Behavior Therapist.

Bodin, D., Schmidt, J., Lemle, R., Roper, B., Goldberg, R., Hill, Kimberly R., Perry-Parrish, C., Williams, S., Kuemmel, A., Siegel, W. (2018). Recruitment and selection in health service psychology postdoctoral training: A review of the history and current issues. Training and Education in Professional Psychology, Vol 12(2).

Strom, T. Q., Arbisi, P. A., Thuras, P., Leskela, J. A., Finn, J., Anderson, C., & Siegel, W. G. (2017).  Summative Intern Performance Reviews: A wealth of information or a gathering of “two cents”?  Training and Education in Professional Psychology.

Campbell, Clark D.; Emmons, Luli; Mangione, Lorraine; Grus, Catherine L.; Berry, Sharon; Dailey, Kathlyn C.; Hutchings, Philinda Smith; Nutt, Roberta L.; Siegel, Wayne G. (2015): Using the Psychology Internship Development Toolkit to Increase the Number of Internship Positions. http://psycnet.apa.org/psycinfo/2015-07278-001/doi: 10.1037/tep0000084, Online First: Training and Education in Professional Psychology, February 2015. 

Roberts, M., Klonoff, L., Siegel, W. (2013). Developing the Evidence-base for Training and Education in Professional Psychology. Training and Education in Professional Psychology

Vrieze, S. Docherty, A. Thuras, P., Arbisi, P., Iacono, W., Sponheim, S., Erbes, C., Siegel, W. & Leskela, J. (2013). The Electronic Medical Record is an Invaluable Clinical Tool. Let’s Start Using It. Psychiatric Services. (64)10, 946-949.

Strom, T.Q., Gavian, M., Possis, E., Loughlin, J., Bui, T., Linardatos, E., Leskela, J., & Siegel, W. (2012).  Cultural and Ethical Considerations When Working with Military Personnel and Veterans:  A Primer for VA Training Programs. Training and Education in Professional Psychology, 6, 67-75.

Beauvais, J., & Siegel, W.G. (2004). Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Klee, A. & More, B. EPPP Fundamentals: Review for the Examination for Professional Practice in Psychology, Springer Press.

Roberts, M., Klonoff, L., Siegel, W. (2014). Developing the Evidence-base for Training and Education in Professional Psychology. Training and Education in Professional Psychology.

PRESENTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS

Siegel (2022). APPIC Membership Conference. The Current State of Postdoctoral Training. San Diego, CA. 

Siegel, W., Ferrier-Auerbach, A., & Erbes, C. (2021). A Data-Driven Approach Psychology Internship Selection: What happened to concepts of reliability and validity. APPIC Conference Webinar Series.

Siegel (2020). APPIC, The Impact of COVID-19 on Psychology Training. APPIC Conference Webinar Series.

Siegel (2019). ABCT Membership Conference. Social Justice Advocacy and Postdoctoral Training. Atlanta, GA.

Siegel (2018). APPIC Membership Conference. The Current State of Postdoctoral Training. San Antonio, TX.

Siegel (2016). APPIC Postdoctoral Training Summit Keynote Address. Postdoctoral Training: Where Are We Now? San Antonio, TX.

Siegel, W. (October 2014). Tele-Training for Newly Funded VA Psychology Internship and Postdoctoral Training Program. Invited Training by VA Office of Academic Affiliations.

Siegel, W. & Zlotlow, S., (May, 2014). APA Commission on Accreditation – Self-Study Workshop. ABPP Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.

Siegel, W. (May, 2014). Program Consultation – Case Examples. APPIC (Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers) Conference, Austin, TX.

Siegel, W. & Eby, M. (May, 2014). Postdoctoral Training Competencies. APPIC (Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers) Conference, Austin, TX.

Siegel, W. Klonoff, E., Grus, C. & Goldberg, R. (May, 2014). Innovative Assessment of Trainee Competence. APPIC (Association of Psychology Postdoctoral and Internship Centers) Conference, Austin, TX.

Siegel (2013). Basics of Interprofessional Training: A Successful Model; VISN 23 Leadership Meeting. Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel (2013). Building a Psychology Internship Program and Navigating APA Accreditation: A Workshop for VISN 23 Psychology Internship Programs. Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (2012). Clinical Supervision: A Broad Definition. Minneapolis VA Health Care System, Minneapolis, MN. 

Siegel, W. & Williams, J. (2012). APPIC Convention, Technology Updates in Training, Tempe, AZ.

Siegel, W. & Follete, V., (February, 2011). APA Commission on Accreditation – Self-Study Workshop. CUDCP Training Conference, San Diego, CA 

Siegel, W. (2010). Distance Education and Telesupervision in Professional Psychology Training; An Accreditation Perspective. Invited Keynote Address - ASPPB (Association of State and Provincial Boards of Psychology) Meeting. Seattle, WA.

Siegel, W., Klonoff, E., Leffingwell, T., DiLillo, T. (February, 2010). The Integration of Science and Practice: Teaching Empirically Based Practices Across All Levels of Doctoral Education. CCTC (Chairs of Councils of Training Councils) Joint Training Conference, Orlando, FL. 

Siegel, W. & Seime, R., (February, 2010). APA Commission on Accreditation – Self-Study Workshop. CCTC (Chairs of Councils of Training Councils) Joint Training Conference, Orlando, FL.

Siegel, W. (July, 2009). Invited Talk – Using Automation and Technology to Evaluate Affiliated Health Training. VA Central Office, Office of Academic Affiliations, Washington, DC. 

Siegel, W. & Horn, D (May, 2009). APA Commission on Accreditation Site Visitor Workshop. APA Accreditation Assembly. San Diego, CA. 

Siegel, W. & Strom, T (May, 2009). Incorporating Empirically Based Practices into Internship and Postdoctoral Training. APPIC Membership Conference, Portland, OR.

Siegel, W. & Beysner, J. (May, 2009). Training for Newer Psychology Internship and Postdoc Training Directors. VA Psychology Leadership Conference, Dallas, TX. 

Siegel, W. (May, 2007). Psychology Training Evaluations Using a Network Based MS Access Data Base; 5 Year Outcome Data, APPIC Conference, San Diego, CA.

Siegel, W. (June, 2007). Neuropsychological Assessment with A Substance Use Population. University of Minnesota Addiction Fellows, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (2007). Instructor: Psychopathology. University of St. Mary’s, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (March, 2006). Guest Lecture – Psychology Consultation in a Large Medical Center. University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (January, 2006). Psychological Assessment With A Substance Use Population. University of Minnesota Addiction Psychiatry Fellows, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (2006). Instructor: Projective Psychological Assessment. University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (2006). Instructor: Descriptive Psychopathology. University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (May, 2005). Psychological Assessment with a Substance Use Population. University of Minnesota Addiction Psychiatry Fellows, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (July, 2005). Psychological Assessment; Striving for Excellence: University of St. Thomas Interprofessional Center, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (March, 2005). Guest Lecture – Substance Use Disorders. University of St. Thomas, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (April, 2004). Forensic Psychological Assessment of Asylum Seekers, Asylum Network/ University of MN Law School, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (April, 2004). Psychology Training Evaluations Using a Network Based MS Access Data Base, AVAPL Conference, Washington, D.C.

Siegel, W. (April, 2003). Internship Training Evaluations Using a Network Based MS Access Data Base, APPIC Conference, Orlando, FL.

Siegel, W. (November, 2003). Psychological Assessment in Legal Arenas. Presented to Faegre & Benson LLP, Law Firm, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (November, 2003). Psychotherapeutic Interventions with Individuals with Substance Use and Other Comorbid Disorders. University of Minnesota Addiction Psychiatry Fellows, Minneapolis, MN.

 Siegel, W. (December, 2003). Treatment Outcome in Substance Abuse. Presentation to the University of Minnesota Addiction Psychiatry Fellows, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (2003). “Dialectic Behavior Therapy Case Presentation - Psychiatry Grand Rounds, Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Siegel, W. (2002). Pathological Gambling; Diagnosis and Treatment. Presentation to the University of Minnesota Addiction Psychiatry Fellows, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W. (2001). Postdoctoral training in a changing VA system. APPIC Conference, New Orleans, LA

Siegel, W. (1998). Diagnostic Interviewing. Presentation to doctoral interns, Minneapolis Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN.

Siegel, W., Isenhart, C., Olson, D.H., & Mylan, M., (1998) Symposium on “Innovative Treatments of Substance Use Disorders. American Psychological Association Annual Convention, San Francisco, CA.

OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICE:  

  • Board of Minnesota Law Examiners (2024-Present)

  • Chair, APPIC Postdoctoral Committee (2012–Present). Formerly the APPIC Postdoctoral Workgroup.

  • Site Visit Chair, Commission on Accreditation, American Psychological Association (30+ site visits).

  • VA Psychology Training Council’s Zeiss Award for Distinguished Contributions to VA Psychology Training, Renamed "The Zeiss/Siegel Award for Distinguished Contributions to VA Psychology Training" (2024).

  • Commission on Accreditation, American Psychological Association – Program Review Consultant (2016-2022).

  • Academy of Psychological Clinical Science (APCS) Executive Committee (2018-2020)

  • APPIC Board of Directors (2011–2017).

  • American Board of Clinical Psychology (ABCP), Midwest Region Mentor and Exam Coordinator (2013-2015).

  • Associate Editor – APA Journal, TEPP (Training and Education in Professional Psychology, 2013-2017).

  • VA Central Office Psychological Assessment Workgroup (2014-2017).

  • Co-Chair, VA Psychology National Professional Standards Board (2011-2015).

  • VA Psychology National Professional Standards Board (2008-2015).

  • Veterans Affairs David Worthen Award for Excellence in Education – Nomination 2015).

  • American Board of Clinical Psychology (ABCP), Board Member and Midwest Region Examination Director (January 2014 – June 2015).

  • VA Psychology Training Council’s Antonette and Robert Zeiss Award for Distinguished Contributions to VA Psychology Training (2013).

  • Veterans Administration Central Office National Psychology Educational Enhancement Proposal Review Board (2013).

  • Veterans Administration Central Office National Psychology Educational Enhancement Proposal Review Board (2012).

  • Chair, Associated Health Training Committee, Minneapolis, VAHCS (2008 - 2012)

  • Commission on Accreditation, American Psychological Association (2008 – 2011)

  • Executive Committee - Commission on Accreditation, American Psychological Association (2010 – 2011).

  • Chair, VA National Psychology Training Council (VAPTC) (2008/2009); Past Chair (2009/2010).

  • AVAPL (Association of VA Psychology Leaders) Outstanding Professional Service Award (2008).

  • Veterans Administration Central Office National Field Advisory Council for Primary Care Mental Health Integration (2008 – 2009).

  • Veterans Administration Central Office National Advisory Council for Psychology Training Web Site Portal Development (2007 - 2009)

  • Veterans Administration Central Office National Psychology Educational Enhancement Proposal Review Board (2007)

  • Chair, Bylaws Development Committee, VACO Psychology Training Council (2007)

  • Chair, Minneapolis VAHCS Professional Standards Board (2006 - 2007)

  • Member, VAHCS VISN23 Professional Standards Board (2006 – 2008)

  • Trainer for the VACO Psychology National Professional Standards Board

  • VA Network 23 LEAD, Leadership Development Program – Graduated (2006)

  • APPIC Award for Excellence in Postdoctoral Training (2004)   

  • Certificate of Appreciation and Recognition, Network Emergency Support Team         

  • Minneapolis VAHCS Special Contribution Awards (22)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

  • 1988 - Present                American Psychological Association

  • 2003 - Present                AVAPL (Association for VA Psychology Leaders)

  • 2004 - Present                APA Division 12 - Clinical Psychology

  • 2005 - Present                APA Division 18 – Psychologists in Public Service

  • 2001 - Present                The Asylum Network

  • 2004 - Present                Diplomate, American Board of Professional Psychology, Clinical

  • 2005 - Present                Fellow, American Academy of Clinical Psychology