Meet Dr. Justin A. Moore, PhD
Dr. Moore supports children, adolescents, and adults. He specializes in anxiety, depression, and stress management across the lifespan. He also specializes in the intersection of chronic pain, illness, and sleep. In his faculty role as Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and as a psychologist based in Chicago, he provides expert care for complex health challenges. Please note that his private practice, J.A. Moore Counseling & Consulting, PLLC, operates independently from Northwestern University or any Children's Hospital.Â
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He is an active contributor to the field of pediatric pain psychology, presenting at national
and international conferences including the American Psychological Association Convention, the Society for Pediatric Pain Medicine, and the International Symposium on Paediatric Pain. He diligently stays up to date on the latest pain and mental health research.
 Assistant Professor, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Clinical Expertise
Specialty Areas
Dr. Moore provides compassionate mental health care to children, adolescents, and adults, with deep expertise in complex pediatric health conditions. The heart of his clinical work is helping young people navigate chronic pain, headaches, anxiety, stress, sleep difficulties, and the challenges that come with living with a medical condition. Grounded in the biopsychosocial model, he uses specialized, evidence-based health psychology approaches that address the whole person — mind and body together — so that comfort, confidence, and daily functioning can grow.
Outpatient Care
Dr. Moore brings hospital-level psychological expertise to the comfort and convenience of an outpatient private practice. He partners with youth, caregivers, and adults to reduce symptoms, build practical coping skills, and reclaim the activities and relationships that matter most, so life gets bigger, not smaller.
Services offered
Children & Teens with Chronic Pain and Illness
Dr. Moore treats headaches and migraines, musculoskeletal pain, fibromyalgia, and pain related to other medical conditions. Treatment focuses on non-pharmacological health management skills, coping, and functional restoration, such as returning to school, sports, sleep, and friendships, helping to boost comfort as your child gets back to being a kid.
Sleep Difficulties Across the Lifespan
Evidence-based behavioral sleep medicine, including CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I), is used for treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. Most sleep problems respond to structured, short-term treatment.
Adults with Chronic Pain and Chronic Illness
Living with persistent pain or a chronic health condition affects every part of life. Understanding current research brings the same evidence-based, function-focused approach he uses in pediatric behavioral pain medicine to adults ready to reclaim energy, sleep, and daily life.
Children, Adolescents, and Adults
Dr. Moore utilizes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches to assist individuals in managing anxiety, depression, and stress across the lifespan. By providing individualized interventions and empathetic support, Dr. Moore facilitates the development of resilience, effective coping strategies, and sustained mental well-being.
Professional Philosophy
Pain, illness, and sleeplessness are more than just physical symptoms—they ripple through every area of life, affecting mood, relationships, and functionality. Dr. Moore provides a warm, collaborative, and science-based approach rooted in the belief that reclaiming meaningful activities is the primary engine for recovery. His focus is not just on symptom management, but on restoring function and rebuilding a full, purposeful life. The guiding principle of his practice is simple: as people reclaim value-driven activities, pain decreases and comfort increases.
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​When he’s not in the office, Dr. Moore is actively involved in mentorship and community
service organizations in the Chicago area.
Education & Training
Licensure
Specialized Clinical Training
- PhD in Clinical Psychology (2017), Western Michigan University
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Pediatric Pain & Health Psychology, Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital
- Clinical Residency focused on Behavioral Medicine & Integrated Care, Munroe-Meyer
Institute, University of Nebraska Medical Center (Nebraska Internship Consortium)
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist (IL 071.010472 & WI 3606-57)
- PsyPACT Authorized (Mobility ID# 17328)
- Authorized for Telehealth in 40+ States
- CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
- ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
- Mindfulness-based interventions
- Clinical Hypnosis & Biofeedback
- Behavioral Sleep Medicine (CBT-I)
- Motivational Interviewing
Ready to start your journey toward improved comfort and function? Reach out today to schedule a focused consultation.
Ready to move forward? Dr. Moore is here to help you navigate your health journey with science-based, compassionate care. Connect today to start reclaiming a life of comfort and meaningful activity.