Enhance your quality of life with personalized support and care.
As a seasoned psychotherapist with over forty years of experience, I, David Shaddock PhD, MFT, have dedicated my career to understanding the intricacies of human relationships and the transformative power of empathy. My approach to psychotherapy is rooted in contemporary Relational Psychoanalysis, aimed at repairing our capacity to connect emotionally with others. This approach has proven effective in helping both couples and individuals overcome emotional trauma, heal past wounds, and grow into the selves they desire to be.
Our Services
Our practice offers a range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals, couples, and families. We believe that every person deserves a safe, empathetic space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. Our services include:
- Couples Therapy: We help couples rebuild intimacy, resolve conflicts, and strengthen their bond through a collaborative and empathetic approach.
- Individual Therapy: We provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their emotions, resolve past traumas, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
- Family Therapy: We work with families to strengthen relationships, improve communication, and navigate the challenges of everyday life.
About Me
As a seasoned psychotherapist, I have had the privilege of working with clients from diverse backgrounds and cultures. My extensive experience has equipped me with a deep understanding of human relationships and the complexities of the human psyche. I have worked with clients from all walks of life, teaching and lecturing internationally, and publishing numerous books on relationships and couples therapy.
Publications
My publications include:
- Poetry and Psychoanalysis: The Opening of the Field, exploring the lessons that poetry offers to the art of emotional healing
- From Impasse to Intimacy: How Understanding Unconscious Needs Can Transform Relationships
- Contexts and Connections: An Intersubjective Systems Approach to Couples Therapy
- In This Place Where Something's Missing Lives, poems on faith, loss, and the longing for God
Get in Touch
If you're looking for a compassionate and experienced therapist to help you navigate life's challenges, we encourage you to reach out to us. We're dedicated to providing a safe, empathetic space for you to growth and transformation.
Patient-Centered Approach
Dr. Shaddock is commended by some patients for his patient, fair, and compassionate approach. He is described as wise and empathetic, creating a safe space for individuals to explore their issues.
Biases and Unprofessional Behavior
However, numerous patients have expressed dissatisfaction with Dr. Shaddock's unprofessional behavior. Some feel that he takes sides in couples therapy, fails to remain neutral, and lacks empathy towards one patient in particular. His behavior is described as hypocritical, self-absorbed, and potentially harmful.
Inconsistent Results
Mixed results are reported regarding Dr. Shaddock's effectiveness in therapy. While some patients have experienced successful outcomes, others have not seen significant improvement in their relationships or personal lives. One patient felt that Dr. Shaddock struggled to regulate his own emotions during sessions, which hindered the therapeutic process.
Impact on Patients
The reviews suggest that Dr. Shaddock's behavior and approach can have a lasting impact on his patients. Some patients feel disregarded, unheard, or ignored, leading to feelings of frustration and disappointment. Others have expressed gratitude for Dr. Shaddock's guidance and support, crediting him with helping them overcome significant personal struggles.
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