About Dr. Simon
 Robert A. Simon, Ph.D. is a clinical and forensic psychologist, licensed in the State of California (license number PSY10800). Dr. Simon has been in practice for over 20 years. He maintains a private practice in San Diego, California and is available for consultation throughout California and the United States. Dr. Simon is on the consulting staff of Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital in San Diego, California. Dr. Simon is a founding member of the San Diego Family Law Council for Children and a member of the Board of Directors of the Collaborative Family Law Group of San Diego. He is also a qualified trainer in Collaborative Practice. Dr. Simon is the senior child custody mediator at the National Conflict Resolution Center in San Diego, CA. A sought after lecturer and teacher, Dr. Simon has presented to the Family Law Section of the San Diego County Bar Association, Family Court Services of the Superior Court – San Diego and has presented at the annual meetings of the Association for Family and Conciliation Courts. Dr. Simon is currently working on two books - one for parents and family members on practical and pragmatic issues in co-parenting after the breakup of the family and one on the unique issues involved in second divorces. He is also a highly regarded consultant, frequently called upon by other mental health care providers understand complex cases, make difficult differential diagnostic distinctions and develop comprehensive treatment plans. Dr. Simon’s Cirriculum Vita may be viewed by clicking here.
Dr. Simon is the parent of two sons who are now 21 and 17 years of age. Being a parent is a central focus of Dr. Simon’s personal life and the source of infinite pleasure and growth. In his spare time, Dr. Simon passionately pursues photography as an avocation. Some of Dr. Simon’s photographic work can be seen at www.istockphoto.com/rasimon. He is also a lover of the ocean and nature with a deep appreciation for the wonders of the ocean, sea life and the vital role the ocean plays in the well being of the planet. An avid traveler, Dr. Simon appreciates the cultural diversity to be found in the United States as well as abroad. As a committed peacemaker and pacifist, Dr. Simon strongly
believes in the power of understanding, communication and the commonality of the human experience over the destructive impact of conflict, war and violence. |
