Are you a fan of Paul Gilbert, creator of CFT? Professor Paul Gilbert, head of the Mental Health Research Unit as well as Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Derby,
England, has published and edited 21 books and well over 200 academic papers.
What is CFT? CFT is an evolutionary and neuroscience-based approach, which utilizes cognitive behavioral principles, and then goes beyond it, by integrating elements of attachment, mindfulness, shame processing, emotion regulation and of course relying on the power of compassion as the central axis point.
Ampalika Wong or Lika, as she likes to be called, is our new DSO (Designated School Official) working with our international students. Here are a few things Lika shared with us.
Lika graduated with a LLB (Bachelor of Law) from Thailand and received her paralegal certificate from SFSU. She worked as a legal assistant at Asian Law Caucus in San Francisco before she and her husband moved to Chicago. It was there that she worked as DSO at Computer Systems Institute.
Lika enjoys using her knowledge updating Sofia's policies for international students and hopes that the number will be increasing dramatically in the near future.
Hieu is Moving On and Josie is Moving In!
If you have a student loan, you are probably familiar with long time staff member Hieu Huynh.
Beginning this week, Hieu made the move to a new university where he can gain even more experience and grow in his field.
Staff and faculty held a going away party for him to celebrate his time at Sofia. Hieu, funny as ever, made us laugh and then tugged at our heartstrings with his memories of being at Sofia.
Although he will be missed, his departure has made room for an old friend, ITP/Sofia financial aid staff member Josie Melton, to return.
We are very fortunate to have her expertise. Hieu will continue to make some follow-up visits with her this week to make sure this is a smooth transition for everyone's winter financial aid refund.
We will miss you Hieu! Good luck!
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