Areas of Expertise
Autism and ADHD Assessment
Dr. Christopher Dabbs specializes in adult autism and ADHD assessment, offering comprehensive evaluation and support services for neurodivergent individuals. His approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each person, providing a supportive and understanding environment.
Research
Dedicated to exploring the relationships between anxiety, depression, stress, and identity, Dr. Chris’ research informs his entire clinical approach. He has presented his research to the larger mental health professional communities at national and local conferences and has provided several clinical trainings to counselors and psychologists in his areas of expertise. While he brings a wealth of experience in both individual and group counseling, his primary clinical role is as a psychological evaluator.
Training
As a full-time professor of psychology, Dr. Chris has a penchant for teaching and learning. He translates this into his work with organizations and agencies by offering consultation and training services that have been well-received. His current offerings include trainings regarding self-identification of autism, the neurodiversity paradigm and its impact on clinical work, ways to screen and recognize autism in college counseling settings, and how to best support clients who are non-religious. Dr. Chris is more than happy to create new materials specific to your agency's needs--please include this in any inquiries.
Dr. Dabbs' Approach
Dr. Chris’ approach to testing is significantly shaped by his scholarly work and his lived experience as an autistic mental health professional. This identity, coupled with his active participation in both scholarly and advocacy work within the autism community and the larger neurodiversity movement, has instilled a firm belief in him that every brain is unique and valuable. He passionately advocates for the understanding and acceptance of all neurotypes, emphasizing their collective importance for the functioning of society.
