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 Peter J. Economou, Ph.D., ABPP earned a Ph.D. in counseling psychology and is Board Certified in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He completed his post-doctorate clinical training in neuropsychology and sport psychology before entering academia for the last 15 years. Dr. Pete joined the esteemed faculty at Rutgers University- Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology as an Associate Professor and serves as the Director of the Master of Applied Psychology program. He is a certified mental performance consultant (CMPC) from the Association of Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) and is licensed by the state of New Jersey & New York to practice psychology. Dr. Pete has worked with elite and professional athletes utilizing the four pillars: Behaviorism, Holistic, Strength-based, and Wellness. Dr. Pete has been a leader in program development, mindfulness coaching, mental health advocacy, personal relationships, and has provided executive coaching for business professionals across many disciplines. Dr. Pete approaches all of his work from a behavioral orientation, primarily of third wave Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is guided by the science. He creates an open dialogue about techniques and goals are set and evaluated regularly. It is his belief that brains need exercise for our minds to function at the optimal envisioned level. Dr. Pete has a unique background in having studied eastern philosophy including Buddhism and Yoga which lead to his interest in the third wave cognitive and behavioral therapies. Dr. Pete is a Zen teacher in the White Plum lineage installed by Robert Kennedy, Roshi.


 Dr. Pete has completed a myriad of research projects presenting at both national & international conferences. He has published many peer-reviewed journal articles with research interests including performance psychology, substance use, mindfulness, meditation, & multicultural psychology. Dr. Pete keeps current as an active member of several professional organizations, he is the co-host of the podcast When East Meets West, and is the author of two mindfulness books, Mindfulness Workbook for Beginners and Meditation Journal for Anxiety.

When Dr. Pete isn't working with clients or advocating for mental health awareness, you can find him relaxing with his 3 precious pups by the ocean or meditating in his zen garden. Dr. Pete enjoys spending quality time outdoors, staying active & exercising daily while also indulging in the occasional Oreo cookie ; ) It's all about life balance for Dr. Pete as he juggles his busy career while also making his family & friends a priority. Filled with gratitude, he graciously lives his life fully in the present moment spreading kindness to those around him and strangers alike.


These are just a few of my favorite things:
  • 1. Spending quality time with family & friends
  • 2. Meditation & Daily Exercise
  • 3. Spoiling my 3 fur babies
  • 4. Quiet evenings at home
  • 5. Occasionally indulging in my favorite sweet treat: the one and only OREO cookie
Get to know more about me on my new podcast, On Air With Dr. Pete- new episodes airing every Friday!

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Organizational Leader, Dynamic Educator, and Administrator with a an extensive and highly diverse history of experience. Specialty areas include Building Positive Relationships, Diversity Advancement, and Professional Development within the frameworks of Professional Psychology, Cultural Wellness and Wellbeing, Performance Psychology, Executive Coaching, and Mindfulness/Meditation. A dedicated professional, benefiting from experience working effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team across various Corporations, Universities, Institutes, and Not-for-Profit Organizations. A leader with a solid focus on cultural diversity, offering a person-centered philosophy that drives personal and organizational success.

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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Counseling Psychology

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Trained in counseling psychology; Board certified in Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with specializations in evidence-based, multicultural competence, neuropsychology, performance psychology, and mindfulness. Certified as a Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) by the Association of Applied Sport Psychology.

A history of productive leadership in program development and accreditation processes. Successfully developed 5 academic programs in the first 4 years as faculty at Rutgers University GSAPP, as well as 2 graduate programs prior to arriving at Rutgers, at Felician University.

Launched a sport psychology training program that offered individual and team services to student athletes and the local community, becoming Director of Behavioral Health in Sport Medicine through RWJ Barnabas Health.

Serve on the editorial board of the Journal of Clinical Sports Psychology since 2014, ad-hoc reviewer for the Counseling Psychologist, and current contributor to notable media outlets, including multiple interviews with FOX5-NYC and co-host of the podcast When East Meets West (www.wheneastmeetswest.com).

Author of two books, Mindfulness Working for Beginners: Exercises and Meditations to Relieve Stress, Find Joy, and Cultivate Gratitude and The Meditation Journal for Anxiety: Daily Meditations, Prompts, and Practices for Finding Calm, both published by Rockridge Press.

Meditation journal for anxiety

Economou, P. (2021). Meditation journal for anxiety: Daily meditations, prompts, and practices for finding calm. Rockridge Press. Emeryville, CA. ISBN: 978-1-648769757.

Mindfulness workbook for beginners

Economou, P. (2021). Mindfulness workbook for beginners: Exercises and meditations to relieve stress, find joy, and cultivate gratitude. Rockridge Press. Emeryville, CA. ISBN:978-1648766121.

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