Experience
Forensic
Dr. Gottlieb has extensive experience as a forensic psychologist in both criminal and civil matters. He has consulted or been admitted as an expert in ten different states, four federal jurisdictions, and various state and federal administrative courts.
Clinical
Unlike many other forensic consultants, Dr. Gottlieb maintains a clinical practice in Dallas, TX where he treats couples and families regarding relational disorders. Being a general practitioner, he has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of mental and emotional illnesses.
Publications
Though his focus is more on clinical work than scholarly research, Dr. Gottlieb has maintained an active publication record for thirty years. Among other topics, he has written on sexual misconduct, ethical decision making for mental health practitioners and risk management. He has been recognized frequently for his contributions and is often cited by other scholars; his work has been incorporated into the curricula of professional preparation programs across the country.
Teaching and Workshops
During the course of his career, Dr. Gottlieb has taught at eight universities across the nation. Currently, he is a Clinical Associate Professor at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, where he teaches professional ethics and Family Systems Therapy. He is also an Honorary Clinical Professor at Texas Woman's University where he has played a variety of roles. He is a regular lecturer at The University of Texas, Dallas and The University of North Texas where he speaks on Forensic Psychology and ethical issues.
Dr. Gottlieb has offered nearly one hundred professional workshops locally, nationally and internationally. A sought after speaker, he brings energy, optimism and enthusiasm to his lectures that have won him rave reviews. Recently, he has made presentations to The Family Law Section of the American Bar Association, The State Bar of California, the National Judicial Institute of Canada, and the ABA/APA National Conference on Children and the Law. Internationally, he has lectured, presented papers and offered workshops [in Spanish] in Spain, Chile and Mexico.
Professional Activities
Dr. Gottlieb has been involved in leadership positions of both state and national professional organizations. Nationally, he served two terms on the APA Council of Representatives [Board of Directors] and terms on its Ethics Committee and Committee on Professional Practice and Standards. He also served on the Board of Directors of the American Board of Professional Psychology.
At the state and local levels, he was President of both the Texas and Dallas Psychological Associations. He is a pro bono consultant to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists regarding complaints involving legal matters.