Joan DiFuria
MMCI Co-founder Joan DiFuria’s considerable experience in both business and psychology give her a unique ability to provide balanced guidance as she addresses the issues of wealth, philanthropy, meaningful careers, and family legacy, with sensitivity and insight. She is a recognized speaker on topics such as the psychological opportunities and pitfalls of wealth, “Sudden Wealth Syndrome,” children and money, purposeful work, and a meaningful life. Ms. DiFuria completed the Harvard Business School Program for Management Development. She received her undergraduate degree in education from Northeastern University and later a masters degree in clinical psychology. Prior to her work as a psychotherapist, she had 18 years of experience as Director of Long-term Strategic Operations and National Marketing Director for one of the largest multinational corporations in the industrial metals distribution and commodities industry. Her clients included companies such as Westinghouse, General Electric and Reynolds Aluminum. She was responsible for directing and developing people, systems and products. Ms. DiFuria holds a license in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling and has offices in Marin and Berkeley, California. (Lic. No. MFT 28995)