Psychological services with clarity, care, and professionalism.
BST Psychological Services provides independent, evidence-based forensic psychology evaluations, worker's compensation psychological services, and individual therapy in a calm and respectful setting, serving Orange County and Southern California.
About the practice
BST Psychological Services provides independent, evidence-based forensic psychological evaluations for legal and administrative matters. Our work is grounded in objectivity, clinical rigor, and adherence to professional and legal standards.
In addition to forensic services, we offer individual psychotherapy to support emotional health, trauma recovery, stress management, and improved daily functioning for adults in Orange County and surrounding areas.
Services
The practice focuses on three main service areas.
Forensic Psychology
Independent forensic psychological evaluations, expert consultation services, and comprehensive psychological reports for legal and administrative proceedings.
Worker's Compensation Issues
Structured assessments and treatment support for individuals navigating work-related psychological claims and recovery planning within the worker's compensation system.
Individual Therapy
Confidential psychotherapy services addressing anxiety, trauma, stress, and life transitions using evidence-based approaches tailored to each client.
Session Methods
Services are available via telehealth for your convenience and accessibility, with options for in-person sessions where appropriate and clinically indicated. Telehealth therapy is available for clients throughout California.
Professional Background
Dr. Benjamin S. Taitz (CA PSY36705) is a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical and forensic psychology. He earned his Doctor of Psychology from California Southern University, where his dissertation explored innovative therapeutic approaches using geek culture and pop media to enhance client engagement and therapeutic rapport.
Clinical Expertise & Experience
Dr. Taitz brings extensive clinical experience across diverse settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics, forensic practices, and private practice working with children, adolescents, and adults. His clinical expertise includes trauma, anxiety, anger management, addiction, and substance use disorders.
Core Clinical Skills
- Trauma-informed care and crisis intervention
- Psychiatric rehabilitation
- Forensic psychological evaluations for individuals court-ordered to therapy or referred by legal counsel
Therapeutic Approach
Dr. Taitz's practice is grounded in evidence-based, strengths-based therapy that empowers clients to build resilience and achieve their goals. He is skilled in:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Psychodynamic interventions
A unique strength: Dr. Taitz integrates superhero narratives and pop culture elements into therapy, helping clients identify personal strengths, develop practical skills, and foster meaningful growth.
Professional Engagement
An active mental health advocate and educator, Dr. Taitz regularly presents at major conventions including San Diego Comic-Con, WonderCon, New York Comic-Con, and Los Angeles Comic-Con, as well as professional conferences like the Therapeutic and Applied Geek and Gaming Summit.
Professional memberships:
- Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
- Orange County Psychological Association
- Forensic Mental Health Association of California
Contact information
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Emergency Notice: This service is not intended for emergency situations. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline immediately at 988 or by text.