Arredondo, Patricia
Dr. Patricia Arredondo is president of the Arredondo Advisory Group, Faculty Fellow with Fielding Graduate University, a licensed psychologist since 1981, and a Nationally Certified Counselor. Her masters degree in Counseling is from Boston College and her doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology is from Boston University. She is the former President of The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago campus, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM), and Deputy Vice President for Student Affairs, Arizona State University (ASU). Dr. Arredondo was a tenured Full Professor with both ASU and UWM in the departments of Counseling Psychology. She has over 34 years of Higher Education Experience. She also served as Associate Dean of the Graduate School at UWM (1.5 years) and also Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. Additionally, she served as Dean of the School of Continuing Education (SCE) for 4 years and also held the Assoc VC role.
Her specializations include cultural competency development, leadership development grounded in principles of emotional intelligence, strategic diversity management initiatives, and Latinx and immigrant mental health issues. She is the author of 7 books and more than 100 journal articles and book chapters reflecting her areas of specialization. She delivers keynotes and presentations on these topics nationally and internationally.
Dr. Arredondo has extensive experiences as an organizational consultant and executive coach. Her consultation includes climate studies, strategic diversity initiatives, strategic planning, and cultural competency education. She has consulted to healthcare organizations, corporations, non-profits, and currently works exclusively with higher education institutions.
Dr. Arredondo has coached at Arizona State University, University of Michigan, University of Mississippi, Delaware State University, Lincoln University, Spelman College, Dillard University, and Morgan State University. She has coached at these level(s): Associate and Full Professor, Department Chair, and Director.
Coaching Credentials
Licensed Psychologist, MA #2742 (1980)