Dr. Boynton is a licensed clinical psychologist, author, and evaluator with a deep commitment to helping people better understand themselves and one another. His work spans developmental disorders, trauma, mood and personality disorders, autism, and other behavioral health issues. Over the course of his career, he has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in both clinical and forensic settings, earning a reputation for making complex mental health concepts accessible and practical. With thousands of psychological evaluations completed for private clients, child welfare agencies, schools, and vocational programs across Texas, Dr. Boynton is recognized as a trusted voice in psychological assessment and intervention.
Author of 11 Books, including:
Managing Bipolar Disorder: A Comprehensive Guide to Symptom Control and Daily Functioning
The Gift of Bipolar
Why Can’t I Just Shower?: ADHD, Executive Dysfunction & the Hygiene Struggle
Beyond Cravings: Understanding and Treating Pica: A Clinical and Practical Guide to Pica Behavior
When not writing or working, Dr. Boynton enjoys:
Road trips and exploring new places
Riding motorcycles, playing guitar
Time with family
Finding connections between science, compassion, and human behavior
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About the Author
Dr. Dan Boynton, Ph.D.
Dr. Boynton is a licensed clinical psychologist, author, and evaluator with a deep commitment to helping people better understand themselves and one another. His work spans developmental disorders, trauma, mood and personality disorders, autism, and other behavioral health issues. Over the course of his career, he has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in both clinical and forensic settings,...
If simple tasks turn into major struggles, small decisions drain your energy, and everyday life feels heavier than it should, you are not alone.
In Why Can’t I Just Stop Making Life Hard?, Dr. Dan Boynton takes a clear, funny, and practical look at the patterns that make life more difficult, including...
Why Can’t I Just Start? ADHD, Task Initiation, and the “On Switch” Problem
You know what needs to be done. You might even care a lot. And yet, you are still sitting there, staring at the task like it is a locked door with no handle.
If you have ever whispered, “Why can’t I just start?”, this book is for you. It is not a motivational speech. It is a...
