John B. Arden
John B. Arden, PhD, ABPP, is author of fourteen books, most of which integrate neuroscience with psychotherapy.
In July of 2016 Dr. Arden retired from Kaiser Permanente where he served as the Northern California Regional Director of Training where he developed one of the largest mental health training programs in the United States. In this capacity he oversaw more than 150 interns and postdoctoral psychology residents in 24 medical centers. Prior to this he served as Chief Psychologist for KP.
He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
What subjects and genres does John B. Arden write in?
He writes primarily at the intersection of neuroscience and psychotherapy, producing evidence-based clinical texts on brain-based therapy for adults and children as well as books on brain health and applying neuroscience to clinical practice.
How many books has he written and are they technical or for general readers?
He is the author of fourteen books. Many are technical, evidence-based texts aimed at clinicians and trainees, while some, such as The Brain Bible, are written for general readers interested in brain health and wellbeing.
Which book should I start with if I am a clinician working with adults or children?
For clinicians working with adults, start with Brain-Based Therapy with Adults. For work with younger clients, start with Brain-Based Therapy with Children and Adolescents. These are practical, evidence-based guides tailored to each population.
Are there recommended reading paths for his books on integrating neuroscience into therapy?
There is no strict series order. Read by topic and need: Mind-Brain-Gene and Brain2brain complement each other for theory and clinical application of neuroscience in therapy, while the Brain-Based Therapy titles provide step-by-step treatment approaches for specific age groups.
What are his professional credentials and background in mental health?
He holds a PhD and is ABPP board certified. He served as Chief Psychologist and later as Northern California Regional Director of Training at Kaiser Permanente, where he developed a large mental health training program and supervised interns and postdoctoral residents. He retired from Kaiser Permanente in 2016.