Business Details
42 Years
experience
Expert Psychologist Services in Atlanta & New York
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, psychotherapist, and psychoanalyst with over 40 years of experience, offering specialized services for adults through psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and psychological assessment. My practice integrates two empirically validated frameworks: Lorna Smith Benjamin's Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy and James P. McCullough's Cognitive Behavioral Analysis Systems Psychotherapy (CBASP). These approaches help patients understand how their learned patterns of relating to the world may no longer serve them effectively. I specialize in working with individuals facing challenges in early adulthood and mid-life professionals seeking meaningful life changes.My collaborative, relational approach emphasizes evidence-based methods, focusing on helping patients answer 'The Prime Directive'why they experience specific problems in relationships and how to achieve greater effectiveness and satisfaction. I utilize tools like The Birkman Method to assess relational functioning and tailor treatment plans to each client's unique needs. My practice offers both in-person and telehealth sessions across multiple states, prioritizing accessibility and continuity of care. I hold board certification in clinical psychology and maintain licenses in five jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to the highest professional standards.
Services
Psychotherapy
Psychoanalysis
Telehealth Therapy
Psychological Assessment
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of clinical psychology experience with board-certified expertise.
- Our practice integrates two empirically validated therapeutic frameworks for comprehensive care.
- We utilize The Birkman Method for objective assessment of relational functioning patterns.
- Our telehealth services operate across 42+ states with PSYPACT Commission certification.
- We maintain licenses in five jurisdictions with adherence to strict professional standards.
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Professional Psychology
- National Register of Health Service Psychologists
- American Psychoanalytic Association
- PSYPACT Commission
Services
Psychotherapy
Evidence-based treatment for emotional and behavioral difficulties using interpersonal and cognitive-behavioral approaches. Helps clients address relationship issues, mood disorders, and life transitions through structured therapeutic techniques. Combines empathic attunement with practical strategies to modify unhelpful patterns.
Psychoanalysis
Long-term treatment focusing on unconscious patterns and inner narratives. Utilizes relational psychoanalysis and motivational systems theory to reframe self-perception and interpersonal dynamics. Addresses complex psychological issues through intensive exploration of personal history and behavioral patterns.
Telehealth Therapy
Secure video sessions for clients across 42+ states. Maintains therapeutic effectiveness through HIPAA-compliant technology while offering flexibility for remote access. Particularly valuable for continuity of care during life transitions or geographic relocations.
Psychological Assessment
Comprehensive assessment using validated tools like The Birkman Method. Quantifies problem severity and identifies strengths through objective measures. Informs personalized treatment planning with empirical data on relational functioning and personality patterns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Structured approach targeting negative thought patterns and behaviors. Specialized in CBASP for chronic depression, focusing on interpersonal problem-solving. Teaches practical skills to modify cognitive distortions and develop more adaptive responses to life challenges.
People
Paddock John R PHD
Licensed Psychologist
Board-certified clinical psychologist with 40+ years experience. Specializes in interpersonal therapy and cognitive-behavioral analysis. Holds licenses in five states and PSYPACT certification for multi-state telehealth practice.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I integrate Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Analysis Systems Psychotherapy (CBASP) for comprehensive care.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, I provide telehealth therapy across 42+ states with PSYPACT Commission certification.
What populations do you work with?
I specialize in treating adults facing early adulthood challenges and mid-life career/relationship transitions.
What assessment tools do you use?
I utilize The Birkman Method and other empirically validated tools to assess relational patterns.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions are 45 minutes, with initial appointments lasting 90 minutes for comprehensive assessment.