Our Team
Dr. Ruth FitzGerald, Managing Director
Ruth has extensive experience working in the field of psychology in multicultural environments. Through an integration of psychology, philosophy and behavioural sciences, Ruth excels in facilitatating rapid and profound transformational change within individuals, groups and organisations. She is currently Direcetor of Counseling Services in the University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St Kitts. Previous roles include Professor of Education Enhancement at American University of Antigua College of Medicine and Director of Coaching Psychology Division, Bahrain Polytechnic University. She has also worked as faculty and student psychologist in Aiglon College Switzerland, Dulwich College Singapore and New York University, Paris. Ruth has an integrated approach which incorporates humanistic, existential, transpersonal and cross-cultural psychology and draws upon a wide variety of therapeutic techniques including therapeutic writing, art therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy and strength-based therapy.
Christina Wilson, Programme Director
Christina has extensive experience in the corporate sector both in real estate and in educational training programme management. A determined and driven entrepreneur she has owned companies in the security and property sectors. Christina enjoys immersing herself in challenging projects and has a passionate commitment to inspire participants to achieve the exceptional results that they truly aspire to. She has an innovative approach to programme design with proven success in community building and also relationship management. She specialises in fostering a culture of collaboration and teamwork amongst participants and provides programme follow up including ongoing assistance and advice.
Dr. Iris Saltiel, Programme Consultant
Iris was previously a senior educational academic adviser in the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) School of Education Doctor of Education program. She is now pursuing personal interests and we are fortunate to have her as one of our esteemed Programme Consultants. Prior to joining JHU, she held Professorships at Columbus State University, Troy University, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts and American University of Antigua College of Medicine. As a scholar, her work has primarily been in the area of collaboration among adult learners, faculty and various organizations (corporate, nonprofit, higher education). Her primary research interests have centered on adult learners and collaboration, and, partnerships in learning. As Director of Corporate Programs at Thomas Edison College Iris was responsible for the creation and development of educational programs to support and enhance employee development to Fortune 500 companies throughout the United States including AT&T, Schering Plough, Omaha Power Public District, Harrah’s Casino, Public Service Electric & Gas Nuclear Training Center and National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists.
Dr.Shannon Nanna, Programme Consultant
Shannon is currently Senior Clinical Psychologist at Massey University, New Zealand. She previously held Professorships in Washington University School of Medicine, University of Medicine and Health Sciences, St. Kitts, American University of the Caribbean, Netherlands Antilles and American University of Antigua. Her extensive experience also includes working as a Clinical and Health Psychologist in Color-Goldwater Hospital, New York and Siteman Cancer Center, Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, where she specialized in psycho-oncology. Shannon incorporates a blend of cognitive behavioral, gestalt, person-centered, and multicultural skills into her clinical practice.
Dr. Philip Kaplan, Programme Consultant
Philip has an extensive career in the field of clinical and forensic psychology. He was Chief Psychologist for West Central Georgia Regional Hospital, Director of Middlesex County Family Crisis Intervention Unit, New Jersey, Consulting Psychologist to a program at George Washington University Law School, Washington DC and Consulting Psychologist for the Ministry of Social Transformation in Antigua. Philip has provided diagnostic and treatment services to individuals and families and specialises in matters pertaining to child and adolescent development, families in crisis, domestic violence and abuse and substance abuse. In his private practice, Philip has over 35 years of experience providing evidence in trials and hearings, serving as a Guardian ad litem, and providing forensic evaluations for criminal court cases and court-stipulated treatment as well as conducting court-appointed custody/visitation evaluations, competency and responsibility evaluations.
Rebekah FitzGerald Hollywood,
Programme Co-ordinator
Rebekah’s interpersonal skills and organisational abilities ensure the smooth transitioning of workshop activities throughtout the various programmes. Her warmth, conscientiousness and attention to detail make her an invaluable member of the team.