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Dr. John W. Fishburne, Ph.D., Psychologist | Clinical
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Dr. John W. Fishburne, Ph.D.

Psychologist | Clinical

104 S FREYA ST STE 214A SPOKANE WA, 99202
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About

I have been in private practice since 2007.  I currently see clients in person at my office in Spokane, WA; however, the use of telehealth has allowed me to work with clients throughout Washington State.  

I am a general practitioner, and work with a variety of presenting problems and clinical issues; however, my areas of specialty include:

- empirically supported techniques for treating anxiety disorders (i.e., exposure-based),

- couples counseling (e.g., intentional dating, promoting differentiation, intimacy),

- moderation techniques for substance use issues (as appropriate),

- behavioral modification to support improved functioning for ADHD

I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), as well as related strategies that are scientifically proven (e.g., Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), etc.).  

 

Education and Training

Eastern Washington University Baccalaureate in Psychology. Minor in African American Studies 1999

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Research 2006

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Dr. John W. Fishburne, Ph.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • Why do I stay “stuck” in difficult relationships?

    Introduction:This article needs context. I am a strong proponent for long-term, committed relationships. I firmly believe that it is only through the often-difficult process of being in a relationship with others that we are invited to examine the best and worst of ourselves through the lens of...

Expert Publications

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Areas of expertise and specialization

anxiety disorders, including panic, chronic worry, social phobia, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Clinical Psychologist Private Practice 2007 - Present

Awards

  • Enoch Gordis Award Finalist for Psychosocial Research on Alcohol Use Year  
  • Dean’s Honor Student for the Department of Psychology, Eastern Washington University Year  
  • Invited to be the first student representative on EWU’s Multicultural Diversity Taskforce Year  
  • Marie Wilson Howells Fund Research Grant Year  
  • Research Society on Alcoholism / NIAAA Student Merit Award Year  

Professional Memberships

  • American Psychological Association Division 12 – Clinical Psychology  
  • Washington State Psychological Association  

Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors

  • Upper Valley Cares Behavioral Health

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Psychological Association, Washington Psychological Association

What do you attribute your success to?

  • He is very passionate about using a wide array of proven tools and techniques for change. He focuses on empowering his patients and help them get back those aspects of life that have been taken away from them.

Dr. John W. Fishburne, Ph.D.'s Practice location

104 S FREYA ST STE 214A -
SPOKANE, WA 99202
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Get to know Psychologist Dr. John W. Fishburne, who serves patients in Washington State

A skilled cognitive-behavioral clinical psychologist, Dr. Fishburne sees clients in-person at his private practice in Spokane, WA and across Washington State via telehealth. 

Dr. Fishburne specializes in treating anxiety disorders, including panic, chronic worry, social phobia, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).   

Dr. Fishburne is also very experienced at treating issues that commonly affect couples, to include communication problems, lifestyle conflicts, and sexual intimacy issues.  He is passionate about teaching clients how to be more intentional in how they choose partners, and when / how to exit harmful relationships.   

Dr. Fishburne earned his PhD in Clinical Psychology at the University of Arkansas in 2006 after completing his internship at the Portland VA Hospital. He is deeply invested in maintaining high standards of care in his practice and promotes the use of empirically supported treatments.

Dr. Fishburne recognizes that therapy is not an easy process, yet his desire is that people learn to face the challenges before them with courage and integrity in order to build better resilience as they learn that they can overcome obstacles in their lives.  The purpose is not to have less anxiety, but to feel more competent to act according to one’s values even in the face of fear and insecurity.  He believes that it takes practicing courage to be able to live more intentionally.

Dr. Fishburne is the Vice President of Upper Valley Cares Behavioral Health, which is a nonprofit dedicated to helping clients gain better access to therapeutic services by removing barriers to treatment.  Specifically, their mission is to provide affordable, quality mental health services to rural communities in Washington State using a telehealth platform.

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