Devin Prouty, Ph.D.

Dr. Prouty (PSY25979) specializes in working with children, adolescents, and parents, utilizing evidence-based treatments for a variety of developmental and behavioral problems. His approach to therapy is to view problems as a confluence of factors, biological, psychological, and social, and to apply the most appropriate evidence-based treatment to support growth and reduce distress. He has expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Learning Disabilities, childhood behavioral disorders, as well as childhood anxiety and depression. Dr. Prouty frequently uses cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based approaches adapted to the developmental level of the children and adolescents he works with. In addition Dr. Prouty emphasizes working with parents, teachers, pediatricians, and other providers, who work as a team to support children in treatment.

Dr. Prouty previously spent ten years as a senior research psychologist at SRI International’s Center for Health Sciences Human Sleep Research Laboratory where he conducted research on adolescent brain development, alcohol use, and sleep. Prior to this work Dr. Prouty completed post-doctoral training in neuropsychological assessment at the Hume Center in Fremont CA, and completed training at Kaiser Permanente in Child and Family Psychiatry Departments. He earned his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from Palo Alto University.

Dr. Prouty’s work draws upon his extensive experience working with children and families in a variety of settings for the past 30 years. He has been a classroom teacher for students with Learning Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders, an experiential program coordinator for a school district, and a wilderness trip leader. Most recently Dr. Prouty worked as a neuropsychologist for Proactive Rehabilitation in Wellington, New Zealand providing therapy for individuals recovering from accidents.