Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Cognitive rehabilitation is a challenging but rewarding process if it is done correctly.  In my experience, the two biggest challenges to successful cognitive rehabilitation are: 1) generalizability and 2) rehearsal.  Two other key components to rehabilitation are: 1) identification of problem areas and 2) constructive feedback.  Currently, we are recruiting adults with ADHD for group therapy to learn skills to help with problems that arise related to the disability.  Individual sessions in the home or work environment are also available.

Depression, Bipolar, and Anxiety Disorders

Based on the cognitive behavioral orientation, counseling focuses on identification of key problem areas/symptoms, collaborating with the patient to develop behavioral interventions.  As a useful complement to the behavioral techniques, exploration of the cognitive framework accompanying many mood and anxiety disorders can help to foster new attitudes of mental health and well-being.  A close examination of the client’s environment can also provide insight into ways to successfully overcome the barriers to treatment and recovery.

Family / Couple Counseling

Dynamics between people who comprise a system can often be complicated with miscommunication and differences in expectations.  Family and couple counseling can help to explore patterns, roles, and misunderstandings.  These systems can be best explored in the environments in which they occur.

Coping with memory disorders

Like cognitive rehabilitation for learning disabilities or attention-related disorders, treatment for memory disorders is most effective when it is maximally generalizable and practiced.  Mnemonics and simple behavioral interventions can help to ease the burden of a memory disorder or early-stage dementia.  Comprehensive assessment of cognitive problems can also provide insight into which behavioral interventions will be most successful.

Caregiver support

Having a loved one with a cognitive or physical disorder can often be challenging in its own right.  Guilt, anxiety, feelings of inadequacy, and depression are often symptoms of caregivers who many times do not wish to burden their ailing loved one with greater problems.  Individual or group counseling can often be helpful ways to share experiences, discuss logistic problems related to caregiving, and vent frustration in a safe environment.

Mental Health Counseling &

Neuropsychological  Rehabilitation

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