Business Details
John D. McKellar | Clinical Psychologist in Los Altos, CA
As a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Los Altos, CA, I bring nearly two decades of specialized experience in addressing mental health challenges through evidence-based approaches. My practice focuses on integrating psychological and medical methodologies to treat conditions such as depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, insomnia, and trauma. With a background in behavioral medicine and neuroscience, I offer individual, couples, and group therapy tailored to each client's unique needs. My professional journey includes doctoral training at the University of South Florida, clinical internships at the Palo Alto VA and Stanford University, and postdoctoral work at Kaiser Permanente. I maintain active roles as a clinical instructor at Stanford University and consulting psychologist at the Bay Area Pain and Wellness Center, ensuring my practice remains at the forefront of clinical innovation.I prioritize establishing strong therapeutic alliances through initial assessment sessions that evaluate compatibility between client needs and my expertise. My commitment to professional development is reflected in my contributions to national training programs and peer-reviewed research publications focused on addiction psychiatry and chronic pain management. I adhere to strict ethical standards, maintaining transparency through detailed treatment contracts and HIPAA-compliant privacy practices. My approach emphasizes collaborative care, offering both individualized treatment plans and structured group programs to address diverse mental health concerns.
Services
Stress Management
Depression Treatment
Anxiety Treatment
Addiction Counseling
Chronic Pain Management
Insomnia Treatment
Trauma Recovery
Couples Counseling
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of specialized experience in behavioral medicine and neuroscience-informed therapy
- Our practice integrates psychological and medical approaches for comprehensive mental health treatment
- We provide both individualized therapy and structured group programs for diverse client needs
- Our clinician maintains active academic appointments and national training roles in addiction psychiatry
- We prioritize therapeutic compatibility through initial assessment sessions before committing to treatment
Services
Stress Management
Evidence-based techniques to help clients develop coping strategies for stress reduction. Combines mindfulness practices with cognitive-behavioral approaches to address physiological and psychological stress responses. Designed for individuals seeking improved emotional regulation and resilience.
Depression Treatment
Specialized interventions targeting depressive symptoms through behavioral activation and cognitive restructuring. Incorporates neuroscience insights to address brain chemistry imbalances. Focuses on restoring daily functioning and improving quality of life for individuals with clinical depression.
Anxiety Treatment
Comprehensive approach combining exposure therapy with relaxation techniques to manage anxiety disorders. Addresses both acute symptoms and underlying causes through structured treatment plans. Helps clients regain control over panic attacks, phobias, and generalized anxiety patterns.
Chronic Pain Management
Integrative program blending psychological techniques with medical approaches for chronic pain conditions. Teaches coping strategies to reduce pain perception and improve daily functioning. Includes both individual therapy and group education components to address physical and emotional aspects of chronic pain.
Couples Counseling
Structured approach combining individual and joint sessions to improve relationship dynamics. Focuses on communication skills, conflict resolution, and establishing shared treatment goals. Addresses both current relationship challenges and underlying patterns affecting partnership satisfaction.
People
John D. McKellar, PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed clinical psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience in behavioral medicine. Completed doctoral training at University of South Florida and internships at Palo Alto VA and Stanford. Maintains active roles as Stanford instructor and Bay Area Pain Center consultant.
Questions
What mental health conditions do you specialize in treating?
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, insomnia, and trauma-related conditions using evidence-based behavioral medicine approaches.
Do you offer couples therapy services?
Yes, I provide couples counseling with an initial phase involving both individual and joint sessions to assess relationship dynamics and establish treatment goals.
What is your professional background?
I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of South Florida, completed internships at Palo Alto VA and Stanford, and maintain clinical instructor status at Stanford University.
How do you determine if therapy will be effective?
Research shows therapist-client fit is crucial, so I conduct initial assessments to ensure my expertise aligns with your specific needs before beginning treatment.
What forms of payment do you accept?
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