Business Details
Trusted Psychologist in Santa Monica, CA
Peter Maduro, J.D., Psy.D., Psy.D. is a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist with extensive expertise in both law and psychology. After graduating magna cum laude in philosophy from Bowdoin College, he earned a law degree from Boston University School of Law and practiced law for several years before transitioning to psychology. He holds a clinical psychology doctorate (Psy.D.) from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a second doctorate in psychoanalysis from the Institute of Contemporary Psychoanalysis. Dr. Maduro specializes in treating emotional challenges stemming from trauma, relationships, and legal contexts, drawing on over two decades of clinical experience.His practice integrates existential, relational, and affect-focused approaches to address issues like depression, anxiety, and self-esteem. He has authored numerous publications on psychoanalytic theory and maintains affiliations with professional organizations including Division 39 of the American Psychological Association. Dr. Maduro provides personalized therapy sessions in Santa Monica and South Pasadena, California, emphasizing understanding patients' unique perspectives and fostering emotional growth.
Services
Psychotherapy
Forensic Psychology
Clinical Supervision
Psychoanalytic Consultation
Emotional Trauma Treatment
Legal-Psychological Evaluation
Relational Therapy
Existential Counseling
Highlights and features
- We integrate legal and psychological expertise for unique forensic insights
- Our practice emphasizes personalized, relational approaches to emotional healing
- We maintain active affiliations with leading psychoanalytic organizations
- Our founder holds dual doctorates in clinical psychology and psychoanalysis
- We provide evidence-based treatment for trauma and complex emotional challenges
Services
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy addresses emotional challenges from trauma, relationships, and life transitions. We help patients understand painful feelings and self-perceptions through personalized treatment plans. Our approach emphasizes relational dynamics and emotional growth for lasting healing.
Forensic Psychology
Forensic services combine legal expertise with clinical psychology for court consultations and legal case evaluations. We provide psychological assessments, expert testimony, and treatment recommendations in civil and criminal cases involving emotional factors.
People
Peter Maduro
Clinical and Forensic Psychologist
Dr. Maduro holds dual doctorates in psychology and psychoanalysis with 20+ years clinical experience. He integrates existential and relational approaches to treat trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. Former attorney with expertise in legal-psychological intersections.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate existential, relational, and affect-focused psychoanalytic approaches tailored to each patient's unique needs and experiences.
Do you accept insurance?
I operate as an out-of-network provider. Patients should contact their insurance company directly for reimbursement details.
How do you handle forensic consultations?
I provide psychological evaluations, written reports, and expert testimony for legal cases involving emotional factors and treatment considerations.
What are your office locations?
I maintain offices in Santa Monica (3201 Wilshire Blvd) and South Pasadena (1605 Hope St) for patient convenience.
