Leaders in the History of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology Past Presidents Series: Diane Willis (1983).

Diane Willis, PhD served as the president of the Section I, Clinical Child Psychology, of Division 12, Clinical Psychology of the American Psychological Association (APA) in 1983. She played a foundational role in the development of clinical child and pediatric psychology. Dr. Willis had a diverse background, including Native American heritage and experience in business management. She made significant contributions to the field through her research, advocacy, and leadership, and received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. Dr. Willis emphasized the importance of hard work, creativity, and civic engagement for psychologists and encouraged connections through professional organizations. [Extracted from the article]