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Barry Slone Psychologist
Working from his private practice in Aliso Viejo, Barry Slone, Ph.D. has provided patients with the highest level of psychological care for more than three decades. A graduate of the California School of Professional Psychology in San Diego with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Dr. Barry Slone specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a method that combines education, problem solving, and skill development to confront behavioral issues. As a doctoral candidate, Dr. Barry Slone gained significant experience at several medical centers, including Professional Counseling Services, the Jewish Family Service of San Diego, and Catholic Community Services of San Diego. Before establishing his Aliso Viejo practice in 1985, Dr. Barry Slone served as a Clinical Psychologist at Southwestern Medical Group in Laguna Hills, where he was responsible for the implementation of several behavioral medicine programs. Dr. Barry Slone also conducted psycho-diagnostic assessments, performed medical consultations, and endeavored to educate his local community. Committed to helping citizens in need throughout Southern California, Dr. Barry Slone volunteers his skills as a psychologist to juveniles in the Orange County Probation Department and aids those struggling with addiction through Celebrate Recovery. In support of underserved populations around the country, Dr. Barry Slone provides considerable support for the National Charity League. Barry Slone, Ph.D. is licensed in clinical psychology and marriage, family, and child counseling. For more than two decades, Dr. Slone taught graduate-level courses and supervised clinical internships through the California State University in Fullerton. Formerly, Dr. Barry Slone instructed psychology students in the San Diego Community College District, the San Diego Regional Law Enforcement Academy, Arizona State University, and the Maricopa County Community College District in Phoenix, Arizona. Dr. Slone has observed, by the time we reach early adulthood, we have lived an imperfect life. No one escapes challenge, mistakes, struggle, or disappointment. By the time we reach the middle of our lives, few have escaped trauma or tragedy. We come to understand that life can be unfair and, at times, cruel. We come to understand that life does not always turn out the way we expected or planned. We come to understand that life can change dramatically in the blink of an eye. Maneuvering life’s shoal tests our faith, values, intellect, and internal resources to successfully manage the setbacks and adversity forced upon us. For 25 years Dr. Barry Slone has been helping people not only survive, but thrive, despite unbearable hardships; to experience recovery, resilience, mastery, and success. Dr. Slone creates a therapeutic environment that will support individuals through the struggle and challenge they face. Dr. Slone offers compassion, concrete assistance, and critical emotional support. Member: American Psychological Association California Psychological Association Orange County Psychological Association Board Certified, Founding Fellow; College of Advanced Practice Psychologists Academy of Medical Psychology National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology Holding a strong belief in giving back to his community, Dr. Slone is a member and provider with “Give an Hour,” a nonprofit organization whose goal is to build a national network of mental health professionals to reach out to the U.S. troops and families affected by the current military conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Dr. Slone is also a provider for Military One Source, an initiative offering service members and their families an avenue for dealing with personal life issues in the context of a confidential relationship with a mental health professional outside of the military sphere. Dr. Barry Slone works with the California Victim Compensation and Government Claims Board, through its Victim of Crimes Program, providing low- or no-cost psychological service to victims of violent crimes and their families. Dr. Slone treats incarcerated and at-risk youth and their families through the Orange County Juvenile Probation Department. Dr. Slone accepts most insurance plans and offers a sliding fee schedule for individuals and families with financial need. In addition to being licensed by the State of California as a clinical psychologist, Dr. Slone is also licensed as a marriage, family, and child therapist. The California Department of Consumer Affairs has requested Dr. Slone serve as an oral examiner for candidates sitting for licensure as psychologists in the State of California.
Barry Slone's Publications
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Dr. Barry Slone and the Orange County Psychological Association, Dr. Barry Slone
April, 2011
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist Dr. Barry Slone owns a private practice in Aliso Viejo, California, where for 25 years he has treated patients for a range of psychological issues, including anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Dr. Barry Slone also involves himself with a number professional psychology organizations, including the Orange County Psychological Association (OCPA), a chapter of the California Psychological Association.
Founded in 1960, the OPCA claims to “advance psychology as a science in the promotion of human welfare” as its overarching goal. The organization strives to support both psychologists in Orange County as well as the community. The OCPA maintains high standards of ethics and conduct for its members and continues to support research in the field as well as efforts to educate the public. The founder of the Orange County Psychological Society was Dr. Richard L. Scott, who proposed a county organization after moving to the area in the spring of 1959.
Member benefits include being featured on the OCPA website’s psychologist search feature, a bi-monthly copy of the organization’s publication, Orange County Psychologist, as well as inclusion on the OCPA’s ListServ; and special discounts for continuing education programs. The Orange County Psychological Association also offers free discussions with experts regarding ethical issues or general practice questions, special interest groups that offer the chance to network with others interested in a professional concentration, job searching tools, and discounts on advertising.
Members can register online or by mail, and there are many different types of memberships. Full members must meet one of four criteria: they must possess a Doctorate in Psychology from an accredited school, be licensed to practice in California, hold Diplomate status from the American Board of Professional Psychology, or serve as an Education Psychologist with a doctoral-level license. Senior full members must meet one of these qualifications and be at least 65 years of age. An affiliate member can be any mental health professional or an allied field professional, an affiliated business, or an agency or institution. Graduate student members must either be registered as a Psychological Assistant in California or be enrolled as a psychology graduate student in an accredited school.
To learn more about the Orange County Psychological Association, visit the organization’s website at OCPAPsych.org.
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Barry Slone: Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dr. Barry Slone
June, 2011
As a private therapist in Aliso Viejo, California, Barry Slone specializes in Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), a solution-based form of psychotherapy. With his expertise in the field, Barry Sloan answers questions about the treatment method.
Question: What is the goal of cognitive behavior therapy?
Barry Slone: CBT helps people identify negative or inaccurate thought patterns. Once they can recognize those patterns, they have a clearer view of things. If you see a situation with clarity, then you can respond more effectively. The ultimate goal remains to have one’s choices and actions come from a positive and accurate view of the world rather than a negative or ineffective one.
Question: Who can benefit from CBT?
Barry Slone: The technique is very effective for treating conditions like anxiety and depression. It can also help people under tremendous stress or those who are in difficult relationships.
Question: Can you describe the process?
Barry Slone: When clients come to me, I encourage them to share the things that are troubling them. Once we have identified some of the key circumstances and emotions my clients would like to address, we set goals for the focus of our sessions. Next, I help my clients become aware of the ways they are thinking about their situations. Many people are unaware of how they think about things, and paying attention is a key part of finding a solution. During therapy, we identify negative thought processes, or those that are inaccurate, and then we challenge those viewpoints. I often assign homework that allows my clients to practice their skills in real world situations outside of therapy.
Question: How does this help?
Barry Slone: CBT is about empowerment. I help my clients find tools to deal with situations in an emotionally healthy fashion, and they use those tools when stressful situations arise.
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