Sharp. Direct.
Results-Driven.
About Dr. Tedder
Dr. Zackery A. Tedder, Psy.D., is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Forensic Psychology expert with over a 14 years of experience in psychological assessment, neuropsychological testing, and therapeutic intervention. He specializes in risk assessment and complex evaluations involving criminal behavior, trauma, and substance-induced psychosis, with a focus on cases requiring clarity around mental state, capacity, and future risk potential.
Dr. Tedder takes a direct, reality-based approach to therapy rooted in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), guiding clients toward greater purpose, insight, and emotional self-regulation. His work is informed by both clinical depth and forensic precision, bridging psychological science with real-world application.
Specializing in Neuropsychological Evaluations, Risk Assessments, and Treatment
Criminal
Behavior
Trauma and
PTSD
Substance Abuse Treatment
Dr. Tedder conducts comprehensive criminal behavior assessments, evaluating risk factors, psychological functioning, and the potential for recidivism. Using a combination of actuarial tools, personality assessments, and clinical judgment, he provides in-depth evaluations for forensic and legal settings. His assessments help courts, attorneys, and other professionals make informed decisions regarding risk management, rehabilitation potential, and sentencing considerations.
Adolescent
Behavioral
Issues
Dr. Tedder specializes in treating adolescent behavioral issues, helping teens develop self-regulation, accountability, and resilience. With experience in adolescent treatment centers, CPS evaluations, and risk assessments, he works with issues like defiance, impulsivity, school problems, and substance use. His direct, reality-based approach challenges negative patterns while equipping teens with practical coping strategies and critical thinking skills to foster long-term growth and independence.
Dr. Tedder specializes in trauma and PTSD treatment, helping clients process past experiences and regain control over their lives. Using evidence-based approaches like cognitive restructuring and exposure-based interventions, he works to reduce hypervigilance, emotional dysregulation, and avoidance behaviors. His direct yet supportive style fosters resilience, empowering clients to reframe their narratives, build healthier coping strategies, and move forward with confidence.
Consultation
Services
Dr. Tedder offers expert consulting services for clinicians, legal professionals, and organizations seeking specialized insight in forensic psychology, neuropsychological assessment, trauma treatment, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Whether you need case consultation, professional training, or guidance on complex psychological evaluations, Dr. Tedder provides evidence-based recommendations and practical solutions to enhance decision-making and treatment outcomes.
Dr. Tedder provides targeted substance use treatment, focusing on the underlying factors driving addiction, including trauma, impulsivity, and emotional dysregulation. With experience in addiction recovery communities and adolescent treatment centers, he takes a direct, reality-based approach to help clients break destructive cycles. Using evidence-based interventions, he guides individuals toward accountability, healthier coping strategies, and long-term recovery.
Individual
Therapy Services
Dr. Tedder provides individual and adolescent therapy with a direct, reality-based approach. Specializing in men’s issues, executive dysfunction, and psychotic spectrum disorders, he integrates REBT and practical strategies to challenge maladaptive patterns and foster self-awareness. For adolescents, he helps expand perspectives, build resilience, and improve emotional regulation, balancing support with accountability to drive meaningful progress.