Dr. James MacDonald is a licensed psychologist at CBT Los Angeles, specializing in evidence-based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and trauma-focused treatments such as prolonged exposure (PE) and cognitive processing therapy (CPT). Dr. MacDonald applies these evidence based modalities in treatment of anxiety and depression, trauma-related conditions, obsessive-compulsive related disorders, coping with chronic health concerns, and in the context of performance improvement. Dr. MacDonald values strong, collaborative relationships in the service of developing a shared, holistic understanding of their unique experiences to achieve client's goals.