Richard W. Sears, PsyD, PhD, MBA, is a licensed psychologist and is board certified in clinical psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). He is an adjunct full professor for University of Cincinnati Psychology, full professor (volunteer) of Psychiatry & Behavioral Neurosciences at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, clinical assistant professor at Wright State University School of Professional Psychology, and clinical/research faculty at the University of Cincinnati Center for Integrative Health and Wellness.
Dr. Sears runs a private psychology and consulting practice in Cincinnati and is director of the Center for Clinical Mindfulness and Meditation. He is also a past president of the board of the Cincinnati Academy of Professional Psychology. He was full-time core faculty in Union Institute & University’s Doctor of Clinical Psychology program for nine years. He is also a psychologist contractor with the Cincinnati VA Medical Center, where he conducted research on Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) for PTSD with Dr. Kate Chard. He has been teaching Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy courses for more than 20 years, and presents workshops on mindfulness, ACT, psychotherapy, Zen, martial arts, and other topics.
Dr. Sears received his master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the Raj Soin College of Business, and received his doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Wright State University. He also received a doctor of Philosophy in Buddhist Studies from Buddha Dharma University, where he was a member of the board of regents. He is author of more than a dozen books including Mindfulness: Living Through Challenges and Enriching Your Life in this Moment.