Publications:
Simona Cirio, MSMFT, Cross-National Couples: Challenges and Enrichment Clinical Science Insights, vol 5, The Family Institute at Northwestern University Nov 2008.
Discussion of prevalence of cross-national intimate relationships and families in today's world, impact of migration on culture on intimate and family relationships, strengths of cross-national relationships, qualities of good cross-national relationships, and issues in therapy.
Presence in Media:
Meet Simona Cirio of Cirio Therapy, Chicago Voyager, 2017
Parents' travel for work puts strain on families, Chicago Tribune, 2013
Undocumented youth: The new “coming out”, Immigrant Connect Chicago, 2012
https://immigrantconnect.medill.northwestern.edu/blog/2012/12/16/undocumented-youth-the-new-coming-out/
Presentations:
Aftermath of the Presidential Election: Dealing with Clients’ and Therapists’ Anxiety, IAMFT Conference, Chicago, March 2016
How a general climate of deep social polarization and divisiveness impacts clients at the individual level and relational level in their workplace, families, and social circles. How to deal with anxiety in clients' life and possibly in the therapy room.
Loving Through Different Cultures: Therapy with Cross-National Couples, IAMFT Conference, Chicago IL, March 2015
Marriage between people of different nationalities is becoming increasingly common. These marriages can present specific challenges as one spouse (or both if they reside in a third country) may feel some level of marginalization. Good awareness of differences and openness to negotiate are usually required. At the same time, the particular richness of these marriages can foster more flexible family relationships, a deeper understanding of one’s values, and an attitude of curiosity and respect. Therapy can help, particularly around times of transition.
Psychotherapy with Couples and Families: The Integrative Problem-Centered Metaframewoks Model, Northwestern University, PhD Program in Clinical Psychology, Chicago IL, Nov 2012
Cross-National Couples: Challenges and Enrichment, Grand Round, The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Evanston IL, Feb 2009
A Place like Home: How Physical Environment and Psychology influence each other, Grand Round, The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Evanston IL, Feb 2008
Impact of Relocation and Emigration on Individuals and Families, Course on Family Of Origin, The Family Institute at Northwestern University, Evanston IL, March 2007