Ryan G. Witherspoon

Ryan G. Witherspoon, PhD (he/him/his) is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Pasadena California, an instructor and clinical supervisor at Rose City Center’s psychoanalytic psychotherapy training program, as well as a Research Affiliate with the Center for Positive Sexuality in Los Angeles.  He earned graduate degrees from Pepperdine University and the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP) at Alliant International University, where he also received his PhD.  Dr Witherspoon frequently publishes and presents to academic and clinical audiences on topics related to sex-positive and affirming approaches to understanding and working with sexually and relationally diverse clients, particularly those involved in consensual non-monogamy and kink/BDSM.  In his private practice, Dr Witherspoon provides depth-oriented psychotherapy to a diverse range of adults and their relationships, with specialities in addressing complex and attachment trauma, long-term mood and anxiety issues, relationship challenges, personality patterns, and sexuality concerns.