About
Dr. Christine Charyton, Ph.D., stands as a luminary in psychology, her private practice nestled amid the tranquil vistas of Veselka Farms in Pataskala, Ohio. From the hallowed halls of Ohio State University to her current thriving practice, she has illuminated minds and transformed lives.
With distinctions as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Clinical and Counseling Psychology at Ohio State University, Newark, and accolades including the Humanitarian Award from NCATE, Dr. Charyton’s educational influence resonates profoundly.
Her scholarly pursuits interlace psychology, neurology, and engineering, reflected in her publications exploring creative engineering design, cognitive risk tolerance, and the synergy of science and art.
In her practice, she specializes in individuals navigating both psychological and neurological conditions, wielding cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and positive psychology. Her approach is distinct, integrating animal-assisted psychotherapy and Creative Arts and Mandala therapy.
Beyond her professional realm, Dr. Charyton is a virtuoso musician, playing multiple instruments and performing with her band, CYD Peace. Her equestrian spirit shines as she competes and trains with Olympians Bruce and Buck Davidson.
Co-owning Veselka Farms with John Elliott, Ph.D., she is actively involved in the Sigma Xi Scientific Research Honor Society, Ohio Psychological Association, and the United States Equestrian Federation, representing Veselka Farms.
In life and work, Dr. Christine Charyton epitomizes grace, expertise, and unwavering dedication to enriching lives.
AWARDS
2009.
Madison Who’s Who of Executives and Professionals.
2008.
Faculty Advisor for First Place Research Poster.
2006.
Faculty Advisor for First Place Research Poster.aNational Register Early Career Psychologist Credentialing Scholarship, toward
becoming credentialed as a National Register Health Service Provider in Psychology
2005.
Phi Delta Kappa Rita J. Wolotkiewicz Award, presented by the Graduate School to
a doctoral recipient in education in recognition of outstanding professional achievement.
2004.
Polishook Tribute Fund recipient, for professional conference attendance.
1999-2003.
Full Tuition Scholarship, Temple University, College of Education.
2002.
Pennsylvania Psychological Foundation’s Education Award, Pennsylvania
Psychological Association, Harrisburg, PA.
2001.
Marlene Smigel Korn Humanitarian Award, awarded to the graduate assistant judged to make the greatest humanitarian contribution in the areas of teaching, scholarship or service, Temple University, College of Eduation.
1991
Elnetta G. Jones Scholarship for graduate studies, Shippensburg University
1988
Ruth Keith Scholarship for undergraduate studies, Council Rock High School.
"Dr. Charyton has done a great job bringing to light the tremendous contributions that women have made through expressed creativity in the world of science. She elucidates the factors that have inspired many , while at the same time citing numerous hurdles that many have overcome. Her use of interviews and historic case studies go far to clarify and inspire the reader. Her references to Ukrainian culture and its influence on women is particularly intriguing— especially given todays contentious political landscape. This book is extremely readable and timely and telegraphs bright horizons for today’s women and girls."
-Dr. Marjorie Delbello
"Charyton has written a book that gives voice to, and awareness of, an historically neglected group: creative women scientists. Women in science, especially the physical sciences, have been and still are an underrepresented group. Creative women scientists even more so. Charyton reviews numerous case studies, some of whom are well known (Grandin, Curie, and Dounda), but many of whom are not. In essence, she makes clear that the creative process is the same in men and women, but women’s achievements have been less appreciated, including by the Nobel Prize committee. Moreover, she reviews one of the contributions she is best known for the Creative Engineering Design Assessment (CEDA), a novel assessment technique in its own right. Finally, as an Ukrainian-American, Charyton does something truly unique: examines the scientific and engineering contributions of five, as she puts it, “Ukrainian Cossack Warrior Women.” Her book is also at times a rather personal history, with her own work as well as her mother’s work at NASA and UNIVAC being reviewed. In short, Charyton’s book helps fill in a large and inexcusable gap in the creativity literature: the contributions of creative women scientists."
- Enola Newman, Journalist's Tribune
" In 'Creative Engineering Design Assessment,' Charyton's expertise shines, making complex concepts accessible and sparking innovation in engineers. "
- Nia Matos, City Chronicle