LP, 30 years of experience
New to Grow
I am a clinical psychologist (Ph.D.) with over 30 years of experience. I use a variety of treatment interventions to create an individualized treatment plans and focus on collaboration and a team approach. my patients remark that I'm easy to talk to and helpful in new ways. People remark that my sense of humor and deep knowledge base are particularly effective. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for the treatment of mood disorders and I have considerable experience working with bipolar disorder. I use Dialectical Behavioral techniques to assist clients in building coping skills that focus on self soothing and emotional regulation
During the 1st session I collect information to help with diagnosis and treatment planning. I will want to know what your current complaints are and the success of any past therapy. I will also collect a brief family history and get to know your primary therapy goals. During the first session both of us are also trying to assess if we are a good fit for a therapeutic relationship
I explain what I am doing and why and give you options for treatment based on your current needs. Clients appreciate the fact that I can explain complex neurological and medical information in ways that are easy to understand
I am most effective with clients that appreciate a collaborative approach that involves psycho education and regular skill building and practice between sessions.
Over 30 years of experience using this treatment. Useful in changing negative self talk and considered Best Practices for treating depression
ACT includes the use of Mindfulness, Body/Somatic healing and learning coping skills to increase frustration tolerance
DBT helps individuals to more effectively manage emotional and behavioral reactivity
Grief Therapy focuses on helping people transition and cope with the loss of people, relationships, jobs, pets and even hopes and dreams