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John Poston serves as an Associate Professor of Psychology within the Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University. He holds a PhD in counseling psychology from Purdue University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Albany Medical College/Center. Dr. Poston is a licensed psychologist maintaining a clinical practice at the Biola Counseling Center and resides in La Mirada, CA with his family.
His educational qualifications include:
- PhD in Counseling Psychology from Purdue University
- MS from Western Carolina University
- BA from Bryan College
Dr. Poston's research centers on psychodynamic psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and the integration of psychology and theology. His work explores specific areas such as God Image and Attachment to God, contributing to the understanding of how spiritual beliefs interact with psychological processes. He has published extensively on therapeutic assessment and psychoanalytic training.
His publication record from 2010 to 2020 reveals a strong emphasis on psychoanalytic methods, assessment techniques, and the role of spirituality in mental health. Key contributions include investigations into forgiveness, the therapeutic use of assessment, and competencies in psychoanalytic education, demonstrating a commitment to evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary integration.
He has been recognized with the Psychoanalytic Scholars Program award for Early Career Professionals by APA Division 39 (2016-2017).
Dr. Poston has secured significant research funding from the Lilly Endowment, including:
- A 2018-2019 study on shame and financial behavior in seminary students ($27,500)
- A 2016-2018 project examining graduate school debt's impact on seminary students ($44,586)
Active in professional organizations including the American Psychological Association (Divisions 36 and 39) and the Society for Exploration of Psychoanalytic Therapies and Theology, Dr. Poston contributes to both academic and clinical communities through his research, teaching, and practice.
