What's My Problem?
you. By combining your knowledge of yourself and your concerns with my expertise in psychology, we can come up with a course of treatment that works for you. You may simply wish to have an evaluation to find out more about what is going on. Or, you may wish to have the long term support in a confidential setting that psychotherapy provides. Here are some of the common problems I work with and what I can do to help.
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Depression
even to do simple things. You may feel that one day is just like another and that time drags on slowly and painfully.
assessment can help determine if you have a clinical diagnosis related to depression. Treatment for depression includes
You may be experiencing a lot of stress about your job or family problems. You may worry constantly and find it
difficult to control the worrying. You may be experiencing times when your anxiety is so intense, you feel the need to
leave a public place, think that you are having a heart attack, or cry uncontrollably. You may have an uncontrollable fear
you would like to recover from, such as a fear of flying. Many treatments have been proven effective to help with stress,
anxiety and worry. Feeling anxiety may make you wonder if you are going crazy, but anxiety is treatable.
A personalized, confidential consultation can answer your questions. Each person's use and history with drugs are
personal, so it is important to have your specific questions answered. Alcohol and drug problems affect the whole
family. If someone you love has a problem with drugs or alcohol, he or she may not be willing to seek help, but you
can. Often a few psychotherapy sessions can provide you with support and information about alcohol and drugs to
help you cope with the stress that alcohol and drugs can bring to a family. I offer flexible options for working with
drug and alcohol problems.
Many individuals find it difficult to cope with the after effects of a traumatic event such as a
car accident, rape, or life-threatening illness. Some people, such as those who experience sexual
abuse or physical abuse, may have repeated traumatic experiences. Experiencing trauma can
create a strong physical reaction in the body. It is common to react to such events with lasting
fears, anxiety, shame, withdrawal from others, distrust of others, and depression. Some people
have disturbing memories, nightmares, sleep problems, or edginess. Psychotherapy does help.
EMDR and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy help with the physical, emotional, and mental
responses to trauma.
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