William M. Pinsof, PhD, ABPP, was awarded a Presidential Citation for his many accomplishments in science, theory, practice and administration in promoting scientifically based systemic therapy.
Pinsof developed the Family Institute at Northwestern University from a small department to an outstanding academic and clinical center which features clinical research, two master's level programs, clinical training for doctorate students, a post-doctoral program and a substantial clinical practice. Pinsof is thought of as a leader in systemic therapy. He pioneered the use of feedback instruments, creating and validating the Systemic Therapy Inventory of Change. He created major models for practice: first Integrative Problem Centered Therapy and subsequently Integrative Systemic Therapy. A renowned clinician and teacher, Pinsof has trained generations of therapists, offering seminars and workshops on progress research, process research and systemic and integrative clinical practice throughout the world. His work has been recognized with awards by numerous organizations including the APA Society of Couple and Family Psychology (Div. 43) and the American Family Therapy Academy. Pinsof is known for his innovative thinking and practice, his keen emotional attunement, his boundless energy and his unique vision.