Michael R. Slavit, PhD, has worked in a wide variety of jobs-construction laborer, taxicab driver, lifeguard, and social caseworker-before becoming board certified in cognitive and behavioral psychology. Now a psychologist in private practice, he holds a BA in psychology from Brown University, an MA in counseling from the University of Rhode Island, and a PhD in counseling psychology from the University of Texas at Austin. But of all his credentials, Dr. Slavit most treasures the trust of his patients.

Beyond serving his clients on an individual basis, Dr. Slavit enjoys sharing his psychological perspectives through teaching and writing. He has been assistant professor of counseling and human development services at the University of Georgia and director of counseling at Southern College of Technology. Dr. Slavit has also published several books, including Train Your Wandering Mind and Cure Your Money Ills.