Personal Statement

Dr. Cline is a licensed psychologist who lives and works in Southwest Missouri. He is a published author in the field of child development and before becoming psychologist, worked as an individual and family therapist and school counselor. He has a BS in Psychology from Missouri State University and a MS in Counseling Psychology from the University of Kansas. Dr. Cline attended the University of Nebraska where he obtained his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology in 2009.

As part of this training he completed his pre-doctoral internship at the University of Tennessee Student Counseling Services. Upon entering the field he was employed at Neuropsychological associates of Southwest Missouri in Springfield and as the Trauma Psychologist at Will’s Place (Ozark Center- Child Trauma Treatment Center) following the Joplin Tornado in 2011. He now works full time with NASM and continues to consult with an area impaired physician program.

Dr. Cline evaluates children, adolescents, and adults for learning concerns and with legal issues. He treats a variety of problems including anxiety, depression, and marital issues. Away from the office he enjoys teaching both graduate and undergraduate psychology courses, coaching youth sports, and DIY projects.