Dr. James Tobin Ph.D. - Psychologist
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Dr. Tobin regularly publishes blog articles and posts information and writings by other authors on various issues including child development and adolescence, parenting, romantic love, men and masculinity, the psychotherapy process, the training and supervision of psychologists, sexual compulsivity and addiction, and organizational culture and change. If there is a topic you would like Dr. Tobin to feature, please email him directly at jt@jamestobinphd.com.
The Crucial Role of the Therapeutic Alliance in Individual Psychotherapy
The Relationship between Client and Therapist The term “therapeutic alliance” has a long tradition in the field of clinical psychotherapy and, in recent decades, has been elaborated on and expanded by the relational school in the modern psychoanalytic community. ...
Enhancing Emotional Intimacy in Couples: Connection, Vulnerability, and Communication
Enhancing Emotional Intimacy in Couples: Connection, Vulnerability, and Communication The Importance of Emotional Intimacy in Relationships In my clinical practice in recent years, I have seen an increase in the number of couples who present for therapy with the...
The Power of Group Dynamics in Therapy
The Power of Group Dynamics in Therapy: Nurturing Connection, Support, and Here-and-Now Processing Introduction: The Power of Group Dynamics Group psychotherapy provides a unique setting for individuals to come together and, within the supportive environment...
Exploring the Use of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
Exploring the Use of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy The Psychodynamic Approach The psychodynamic approach involves viewing a therapy patient’s current problems as being related to unresolved historical/developmental issues from as far back as childhood or...
The Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Group
A new psychodynamic psychotherapy group (for women and men) is currently forming in my practice. Referrals are welcomed (please contact me at 949-338-4388 or at jt@jamestobinphd.com). This therapy group will utilize the emerging dynamics among group members as a...
The Psychology of Regret
Regret is an important psychological experience that is often misunderstood. The old adage "live life without any regrets" and the corresponding mantra "let it go" suggest, in my opinion, an oversimplified and negatively biased approach to regret. Typically...
Why Couples Therapy Fails
Distress and Hope According to research, by the time couples contact a potential therapist, problems in the relationships have persisted for at least several years, if not longer. The couple, along with the therapist, certainly have their work cut...
Negotiating the Conflict of Self-Interest vs. Obligation in Masculine Development
Introduction An important component of optimal male development is a man's ability to be emotionally fueled by, rather than resistant to, the obligations of his life. He finds joy and meaning in responsibilities to his family, friends, professional colleagues, and...
Families in Flux During Lockdown: Coping Dynamics in a Time of Uncertainty
The New Normal In North America, at the time of the writing of this article, most families are approaching their sixth week of living in accordance with stay-at-home directives and quarantining restraints. Online learning programsfor children are in full...
