Dr. Asher Johnson

I am a US Navy veteran and former police officer who became a Clinical Psychologist. I was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and transplanted to San Diego due to my military service. Being bi-racial, I welcome the experiences of various walks of life. Those ten years of civil service taught me about the resilience and fragility of the human psyche, which sparked my passion for mental health as it applies to human behavior.

My therapeutic approaches include Psychodynamic, Attachment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Superhero Redemption Therapy, Self-Compassion, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Mentalization. Depending on the treatment needs, I determine which therapeutic method(s) is or are appropriate. Therapy requires hard work and courage. I’m honored to be part of your journey to healing and personal development. You’re the hero of your story. I’ll be your sidekick.

I mentioned "Superhero Redemption Therapy," which is a style that I've coined in terms of helping individuals on their road to self-forgiveness as well as forgiving others. I help individuals reconcile some of their deep-rooted and/or unconscious early experiences with their current maladaptive patterns. Self-compassion is a magnificent way of allowing us to cope with emotional pain, and mentalization assists those who have difficulty feeling empathy.