
Dr. Charles T. Rubio, PhD
Psychologist | Cognitive & Behavioral
2114 Executive Park Dr Opelika AL, 36801About
For more than 25 years Dr, Rubio has counseled adults, adolescents, couples, and families. Helping college students adjust to living away from home has been a particularly rewarding part of his practice. Dr. Rubio also collaborates with local attorneys to provide psychological services for alcohol and drug related offenses, and anger management issues.Since 1993, he has served as psychological consultant to Lyman Ward Military Academy, now Southern Prep, a military boarding school.
Dr. Rubio offers comprehensive psychological testing services including the assessment of ADHD and competency evaluations. Drawing from a range of modalities including stress and pain management, and mindfulness, his treatment approach integrates both cognitive-behavioral techniques and psychodynamic theory.
In May, 2011, Dr. Rubio was recognized by The Points of Light Institute for his years of service to the military community in and around Auburn, Alabama and Fort Bening where more than 120,000 active-duty military, family members, reserve component soldiers, retirees, and civilian employees live and work.
Education and Training
University of Florida PhD 1980
University of New Orleans B.A., Psychology 1968
University of Florida Ph.D., Clinical Psychology 1975
Board Certification
Board of Examiners in Psychology of the State of Alabama
1976
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Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineFaculty Titles & Positions
- Clinical Psychologist Private Practice, Auburn-Opelika, AL 1979 - Present
- Consultant Lyman-Ward Military Academy Camphill 1988 -
- Consultant Self Discovery Substance Abuse Program 1988 - 2005
- Staff Psychologist Student Development Services, Auburn University 1975 - 1978
- Adjunct Assistant Professor of Psychology Auburn University 1975 - 1978
Awards
- Point of Light recognition 2011 Point of Light Institute
Professional Memberships
- Alabama Psychological Association
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Give an Hour
Treatments
- Psychotherapy
Internships
- University of Florida
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Pauley's Island South Carolina
Hobbies / Sports
- Biking, tennis
Favorite professional publications
- Nature
Areas of research
Student Mental Health
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