Background
Sochet, Mary Allen was born on February 10, 1938 in Plattsburgh, New York, United States. Daughter of Edwin Elisha and Mary Elizabeth (Thomson) Allen.
educator psychotherapist writer
Sochet, Mary Allen was born on February 10, 1938 in Plattsburgh, New York, United States. Daughter of Edwin Elisha and Mary Elizabeth (Thomson) Allen.
Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education, State University of New York, Plattsburgh, 1958. Master of Arts in Human Relations, New York University, 1961. Doctor of Philosophy in Human Development, New York University, 1963.
Teacher kindergarten Long Island Public Schools, 1958-1962. Teacher New York City Public Schools, 1962-1964. Professor early childhood education, child development and psychology Brooklyn College, 1964-1971.
Program director, acting executive director Newark Pre-School Council, 1965-1966. Psychotherapist New York City Community Guidance Service, 1966-1978. Staff consultant Human Resources Institute, since 1966.
Private practice psychotherapy New York City, since 1966. Writer, lecturer, educational consultant and editorial consultant in field.
Founding member Community Loft, 1971-1974, Neighbor's Network, since 1979. Organizing member Children's Free School, 1969-1981. Co-chair Perhaps Kids Meeting Kids Can Make a Difference, since 1982.
Member American Psychological Association, Society Psychological Study Social Issues, Psychologists for Social Responsibility.
Married Marvin J. Sochet, 1963. Children: Melorra, David.