The ASU Department of Psychology recognizes the contributions of faculty members who have passed away but helped build the foundation that we all stand on today. Through their selfless work, they have helped to make the world a better place that we understand more. 

Thomas Dishion

Social Skills Training, Sleep Therapy, and Psychological Evaluations

SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING. Good social skills are essential for successful functioning in life and influence school performance, relationships, and job success. To meet the high demand for group programs that teach these skills, the CPC offers “The Friendship Groups” for children ages 7 through 13. The content for the sessions is based on an evidence-based program shown to be effective in improving children's social skills. 

Clinic Staff

John L. Barton, PhD, ABPP, Clinic Director and Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Psychology Diplomate, American Board of Professional Psychology Fellow, Academy of Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology

How to start the process:

1. Please complete the inquiry form below to be contacted for a complementary telephone screening. You can also call the clinic at 480-965-7296 and provide general contact information:

Teen Cope Depression Prevention Group

About 20% of teenagers will experience depression before the age of 18 and girls are two to three times as likely as boys to get depressed. Teen Cope is a depression prevention group for high school girls ages 14-18 who are showing some signs of depression or anxiety. is not for girls experiencing great impairment from depression.

Signs of depression in teenagers include:

How much does it cost?

Fees are determined on a sliding scale basis that takes an individual's income and family size into consideration and ranges from $20 to $95. There is a $25 fee for the first session. Fixed fees are charged for evaluations. Sliding scale is only for therapy sessions and not for assessments.

 How do I make an appointment?