James W. Carson, Ph.D.

Biography

Jim Carson, Ph.D., is a clinical health psychologist who has worked extensively with patients suffering from persistent pain, including those diagnosed with cancer, chronic low back pain, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, sickle cell disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and noncardiac chest pain. Previously he was an Assistant Professor in the Pain Prevention and Treatment Research Program, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Duke University Medical Center. Prior to becoming a psychologist Dr. Carson was a meditation teacher for many years. He has conducted innovative research into the psychological treatment of pain, including the application of meditation and yoga-based programs as adjunctive treatments for various conditions.

Professional Education

• Degree:
  PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: 2002
  
• Residency:
  Health Psychology Intern, University of Florida Health Science Center/Shands Hospital, Gainesville FL: 2001-2002
• Fellowship:
  Postdoctoral fellow, Duke University Medical Center, Durham NC: 2002-2005

Certifications

• Certification:
  Licensed Clinical Psychologist in North Carolina 2003
  Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Oregon 2007