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John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP

Clinical Psychologist John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP
Specialties: Neuropsychology, ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety,

Introduction

Dr. John M. Watkins is board certified in both Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology and in Psychoanalysis. He is the Past President of the American Board and Academy of Psychodynamic and Psychoanalytic Psychology (ABAPPP) and a Trustee of the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP). Dr. Watkins has worked as a clinician, researcher, teacher, and administrator in clinical psychology at UCLA, Stanford University, and Children Hospital of Orange County. He received his PhD in Clinical Psychology from UCLA and completed his internship and postdoctoral research and training in the Department of Psychology and the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Behavior at UCLA. He has written scholarly papers, research articles and reviews on topics that include ADHD, learning disorders, pediatric HIV, traumatic brain injury, and adolescent development.

GENDER Male
RACE & ETHNICITY Jewish

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • Licensed Psychologist #PSY 10750 (CA)
  • Licensed Psychologist #PSY 1331 (HI)

Specialties

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Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Families

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

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Locations

John M. Watkins PhD Inc.
3201 Wilshire Blvd Suite 209
Santa Monica, CA 90403-2335
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John M. Watkins PhD ABPP Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP offer telehealth appointments? John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP specialize in? John M. Watkins, PhD, ABPP specializes in the following areas: ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Mood Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), PTSD, Social Anxiety, and Traumatic Brain Injury.

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