Professional Profile

Education
Columbia University, New York
Certification, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Program

University of Hartford
Psy.D., Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
Masters of Arts, Clinical Practices of Psychology

Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Summa Cum Laude

Training
Dr. Tolisano completed practicums at St. Francis Hospital, Cedarcrest Hospital, Blue Hills Hospital, and the Whiting Forensic Service at Connecticut Valley Hospital. The Carson Center in Westfield, Massachusetts was the site of his predoctoral internship. Dr. Tolisano’s dissertation explored how personality influences change in the recovery process for individuals with substance abuse issues.