DR. DALE ATKINS RECEIVES THE 2020 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI AWARD
Teachers College, Columbia University
Bestowed upon Teachers College alumni who have made an indelible impact through their work
BOOKS
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MEET DR. DALE ATKINS
Psychologist. Author. Lecturer.
Media Commentator. Relationship Expert.
Dr. Dale Atkins is a licensed psychologist with more than 40 years of experience as a relationship expert focusing on families, wellness, managing stress, and living a balanced, meaningful life.
Dale is the author of seven books as well as many articles and journals for popular and professional audiences. She appears regularly on NBC’s TODAY and is a featured speaker who lectures and leads seminars worldwide.
Dale has a private psychology practice in New York City and has been a member of, and advisor to, several nonprofit boards including Jumpstart for Young Children.
METHODS
In her work with a wide range of groups and organizations, she often utilizes a small group model to facilitate the learning of individuals and families who share common interests and concerns.
SEMINARS & RETREATS
Dale’s seminars, retreats and public presentations focus on compassionate caregiving, aging well, intergenerational relationships, financial concerns /raising charitable children, and developing wisdom and long-term strategies for creating and sustaining balance and contentment amidst the ever-changing realities of life.
BOOK REVIEWS
Original, exceptional, and a fun read from start to finish as it beautifully illustrates the profound and loving bond between a grandmother and her granddaughter, “The Turquoise Butterfly” is a truly extraordinary story and one that is a celebration of eternal love and transformation. The message of “The Turquoise Butterfly” is that change can be embraced with courage and resilience, and the transformative power of love can bridge any gap. “The Turquoise Butterfly” deftly explores our unique strengths and vulnerabilities in this heartwarming, multigenerational picture book story that is an especially and unreservedly recommended selection for family, daycare center, preschool, elementary school, and community library picture book collections for children ages 4-8.
This extraordinary story is a celebration of eternal love and transformation, beautifully illustrating the profound bond between a grandmother and her granddaughter. Change can be embraced with courage and resilience, and the transformative power of love can bridge any gap. The Turquoise Butterfly explores our unique strengths and vulnerabilities in this heartwarming, multigenerational tale.
