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Dr. Woodruff Johnson, CA Psychologist 27260

Experienced California psychologist focused on trauma and resilience
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Attachment and relationships

About Dr. Woodruff Johnson

Dr. Woodruff Johnson is a California licensed psychologist with 26 years of professional experience, practicing under the credential CA Psychologist 27260. He concentrates on helping people navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and major life transitions, applying a depth of clinical knowledge developed over more than two decades.

He works with a wide range of concerns including stress, grief, attachment difficulties, caregiving-related strain, identity and midlife challenges, and intimacy or relationship issues. His practice also serves individuals facing discrimination and multicultural pressures, and he maintains a particular focus on LGBT concerns, addictions, ADHD, and mood disorders.

Dr. Johnson emphasizes a compassionate, collaborative therapeutic process that seeks to strengthen coping skills, restore self-esteem, and foster emotional resilience. He draws from a variety of evidence-informed approaches - including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trauma-focused methods, psychodynamic and attachment-based work, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, hypnotherapy, and solution-focused techniques - tailoring interventions to each person's needs. He provides services in English and frames treatment with cultural sensitivity and respectful, client-centered care.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Woodruff Johnson have?

Dr. Woodruff Johnson has 26 years of experience.

Is Dr. Woodruff Johnson a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential CA Psychologist 27260 as a licensed psychologist in California.

In which languages does Dr. Woodruff Johnson provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Dr. Woodruff Johnson located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Woodruff Johnson as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Woodruff Johnson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Woodruff Johnson work with international clients?

Dr. Woodruff Johnson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Woodruff Johnson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could remote therapy be the right fit for you?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can produce meaningful results. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and coping with life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the clearest benefits is flexibility - individuals can choose the format that suits them best, whether that is a video call, a phone session, live chat, or ongoing text-based messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity during transitions.

Therapists offering remote care are licensed professionals, and people may switch providers if they feel another clinician would be a better fit. For many, online therapy provides an accessible, practical way to work on emotional and interpersonal concerns with trained professionals.

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