Dr. Blackman, board certified in both psychiatry and psychoanalysis, maintains a private practice in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In addition to evaluating and treating patients, Dr. Blackman is a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA, and Training and Supervising Analyst at the Psychoanalytic Institute of the New York Freudian Society in Washington, D.C. At the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, where he teaches psychiatry residents, the teaching award was named after him in 1992.

An internationally recognized expert in diagnosis and treatment selection, he has lectured at Beijing University; Jiao Tong Medical School's Shanghai Mental Health Clinic; The World Psychiatric Association Meeting in Florence, Italy; Syracuse Medical School; State University of New York - Buffalo Medical School; American Society of Psychoanalytic Physicians in Washington, D.C.; and Wisconsin Psychoanalytic Institute.

Dr. Blackman's private practice is designed to ensure the utmost in privacy and confidentiality. He has over 35 years of experience treating people who are suffering with mental problems. After determining what type of treatment is needed, Dr. Blackman often is able to help people understand their conflicts, and may prescribe medicine when needed. For a consultation, contact Dr. Blackman, and he will respond within 24 hours to speak to you confidentially about treatment options and to schedule an appointment.

Consultation fees and fees for therapeutic sessions are billed directly to patients. If you would like to file for insurance reimbursement, Dr. Blackman will help with any forms necessary at no additional charge. Dr. Blackman is also available for expert psychiatric opinion in selected civil litigation and Workers’ Compensation cases. Arrangements for these specialized evaluations must be made through the attorney or agency involved.