Susan Thomas

Welcome!

Congratulations on pursuing your education. This is something that can never be taken away.  I believe every student can be successful in my courses and others...but it will take a commitment from you.

"Foster a healthy curiosity about yourself, others, and the world so that your life remains interesting, enjoyable, and fulfilling" - Susan Thomas

Biography

I am full-time faculty in the Psychology Department as of fall quarter 2020, but have taught part-time at De Anza since winter quarter 2016. I have several additional years of teaching behind me, having taught: group facilitators, high school students, college students, and junior high school students.

Prior to teaching at De Anza, I was a consultant and corporate trainer who facilitated, trained and taught a variety of groups and individuals over 25 years. My specific area of expertise is in interpersonal interaction, including topics of: communication, problem solving, values clarification, leadership, stress management, team building, and conflict resolution. I am particularly sensitive to multicultural issues, having lived, worked, and taught abroad (in Japan and Uganda).

In addition, I have worked in event planning, mediation, and mental health counseling. I hold a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern University in Chicago.

Classes I Teach

Winter 2025

CRN	Course	Sec.	Title
37440	PSYC 1	52Z	General Psychology
35477	PSYC 1	54Z	General Psychology
31616	PSYC 2	01Y	Research Methods in Psychology

Fall 2024

CRN	Course	Sec.	Title
02132	PSYC 1	56Z	General Psychology
25900	PSYC 2	01Y	Research Methods in Psychology
02159	PSYC 14	51Z	Developmental Aspects of Psychology