Business Details
48 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Atlanta
Atlanta Psychological Associates (APA) has been a leader in behavioral health since 1978, providing comprehensive mental health services through a multidisciplinary team of experts. Our staff, each with over 20 years of experience, includes board-certified professionals in clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and forensic evaluation, many of whom hold teaching and research appointments. We serve a diverse clientele, including hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and government organizations, and maintain affiliations with Atlanta-area hospitals for specialized care.Our services span psychological assessments, pain management, brain injury rehabilitation, and forensic consultations, supported by a national network of licensed professionals. With two Atlanta locations, we combine decades of experience with evidence-based practices to address psychiatric, behavioral, and cognitive disorders across all age groups.
Services
Psychological Assessments
Neuropsychological Evaluations
Forensic Services
Pain Management
Brain Injury Rehabilitation
Substance Abuse Treatment
Organizational Consultation
ADHD Treatment
Sports Psychology
Medication Management
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in behavioral health services.
- Our team includes board-certified neuropsychologists and clinical psychologists.
- We maintain hospital affiliations for specialized patient referrals.
- We offer a national network of licensed mental health professionals.
- Our staff combines clinical practice with academic teaching appointments.
Services
Psychological Assessments
Our licensed psychologists conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to diagnose cognitive, emotional, and behavioral disorders. These evaluations inform personalized treatment plans addressing conditions like ADHD, learning disabilities, and psychiatric disorders. With over 40 years of clinical experience, we utilize evidence-based tools to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective interventions for patients of all ages.
Forensic Services
APA provides expert forensic evaluations for legal cases including child custody disputes, medical malpractice claims, and criminal competency assessments. Our board-certified professionals offer court testimony, case reviews, and specialized reports. With decades of experience in forensic psychology, we maintain strict objectivity while delivering actionable insights for attorneys and legal organizations.
Brain Injury Rehabilitation
We specialize in neuropsychological assessments and rehabilitation for traumatic brain injuries. Our treatment combines cognitive remediation, medication management, and behavioral therapy to restore function. With international expertise in neuropsychology, our team has developed effective recovery protocols applied in both clinical and forensic contexts for over 30 years.
Substance Abuse Treatment
Our evidence-based programs address chemical dependency through cognitive-behavioral therapy and biopsychosocial models. We consider genetic, family, and environmental factors in personalized treatment plans. With integrated approaches combining therapy and medication management, we help patients achieve long-term recovery from substance use disorders.
Organizational Consultation
APA designs workplace wellness initiatives, executive coaching programs, and stress management solutions for businesses. Our consultants implement pre-employment screenings and human resource development strategies. Using data-driven approaches, we help organizations improve employee mental health and workplace productivity through customized behavioral health interventions.
People
Dr. DeFilippis
Director and Founder
Board-certified clinical neuropsychologist with 45+ years of experience. Professor in APA-accredited psychology program. Specializes in brain injury assessments and forensic evaluations. Published internationally in clinical and neuropsychology fields.
Dr. Burns
Neuropsychology Chief
Board-certified in adult and child neuropsychology. Former chief of neuropsychology at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Provides forensic evaluations and NFL concussion assessments. Has consulted internationally on clinical and forensic cases.
Dr. Horwitz
Psychiatrist
Specializes in psychiatric treatment for all ages. Focuses on ADHD management and sports performance enhancement. Combines psychotherapy with medication management for comprehensive treatment of psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Jonathan Dodd
Neuropsychologist
Board-certified neuropsychologist with expertise in forensic evaluations. Conducts clinical assessments for adolescents and adults. Certified in NFL concussion evaluations with extensive consultation experience across professional organizations.
Questions
What mental health services does APA offer?
APA provides psychological assessments, neuropsychological evaluations, forensic consultations, pain management, brain injury rehabilitation, ADHD treatment, and medication management for psychiatric disorders.
Do you accept insurance or Medicare?
Dr. DeFilippis accepts Medicare for evaluations. Other services may be covered through private insurance or self-pay arrangements.
Are your professionals board-certified?
Yes, our team includes board-certified clinical psychologists and neuropsychologists with specialized training in forensic evaluations and cognitive remediation.
How do you handle complex psychiatric cases?
We coordinate care through hospital affiliations and our national network of specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment for complex psychiatric and neurological conditions.
Can you provide organizational mental health programs?
Yes, we design corporate wellness programs, pre-employment evaluations, and stress management initiatives tailored to organizational needs.
What makes APA different from other practices?
Our combination of academic expertise, forensic experience, and multidisciplinary approach creates personalized solutions for individuals and institutions.
