Business Details
42 Years
experience
Experienced Psychologist in Atlanta, GA
With over four decades of experience in clinical psychology, our practice is dedicated to helping adults navigate personal and relational challenges through evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Our collaborative, relational methodology integrates Cognitive-Behavioral Analysis Systems Psychotherapy (CBASP) and Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy, emphasizing patient autonomy and self-discovery.We utilize advanced assessment tools like The Birkman Method to create personalized treatment plans addressing emotional and behavioral patterns. Our telehealth services extend care across 42 U.S. states, maintaining strict confidentiality and professional standards. As a board-certified psychologist with multiple state licenses, we combine academic rigor with practical application to help clients achieve meaningful life changes.
Services
Psychotherapy
Psychoanalysis
Psychological Assessment
Telehealth Services
Psychological Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of clinical psychology experience
- Integration of evidence-based therapeutic models
- Telehealth services across 42 U.S. states
- Board-certified by American Board of Professional Psychology
- Utilization of advanced assessment tools like The Birkman Method
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Professional Psychology
- PSYPACT Commission
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy sessions utilizing evidence-based approaches to address emotional and behavioral challenges. Combines Cognitive-Behavioral Analysis Systems Psychotherapy with interpersonal frameworks to improve relational effectiveness. Targets specific life difficulties while building personal strengths through structured assessment and collaborative treatment planning.
Psychoanalysis
Comprehensive psychoanalytic treatment focusing on long-standing relational patterns and self-perception issues. Integrates Self Psychology and Motivational Systems Theory to explore unconscious processes affecting current behavior. Utilizes intensive assessment tools to identify core vulnerabilities and develop targeted intervention strategies for lasting change.
Psychological Assessment
Scientific assessment using validated tools like The Birkman Method to quantify personality patterns and relational dynamics. Measures usual behavior, underlying needs, and stress responses through 3 million-person database comparisons. Provides objective data to inform treatment planning and track therapeutic progress over time.
Telehealth Services
Secure virtual therapy sessions available across 42 U.S. states through PSYPACT certification. Maintains same therapeutic rigor as in-person sessions while offering geographic flexibility. Utilizes encrypted platforms to ensure confidentiality while addressing emotional and relational challenges remotely.
Psychological Consultation
Expert consultation on psychological matters combining 40+ years of clinical experience with academic research. Provides specialized insights into complex relational dynamics and behavioral patterns. Offers evidence-based recommendations for personal and professional development through structured assessment interpretation and targeted intervention strategies.
People
John R. Paddock
Licensed Psychologist
Clinical psychologist with 40+ years of experience, board-certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. Specializes in adult psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, integrating evidence-based approaches to address relational and emotional challenges through both in-person and telehealth services.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Analysis Systems Psychotherapy (CBASP) and Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy, integrating these evidence-based models to address emotional and relational challenges.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, I provide telehealth psychotherapy services to residents in 42 U.S. states through PSYPACT Commission certification, maintaining the same quality as in-person sessions.
What happens during the initial appointment?
The initial 90-minute session assesses compatibility between your needs and my approach, followed by standardized assessments to create a personalized treatment plan.
What populations do you work with?
I specialize in working with adults, particularly those navigating early adulthood challenges or seeking mid-life career/relationship changes while maintaining professional success.
What assessment tools do you use?
I utilize The Birkman Method and other validated instruments to quantify relational patterns, personal strengths, and stress behaviors, forming the foundation for targeted therapeutic interventions.
What are your professional credentials?
I'm a board-certified clinical psychologist (ABPP) with licenses in five states, holding additional certifications from the American Psychoanalytic Association and PSYPACT Commission.
