Treatments
(in alphabetical order)
Adolescence:
The adolescent has unique needs. This stage encompasses an integration of inner feelings, past learning, and future expectations. The adolescent is a prisoner in a body undergoing a revolution and is challenged by the adult tasks in the future. Therapy for the adolescent facilitates this sorting out process. Learning how to be appropriately assertive and learning the beginning skills of negotiation are fundamentals for establishing a healthy identity. Testing is often used to determine the problem areas for the adolescent. This will help the adolescent gain self knowledge and identify the areas of concern.
Biofeedback:
Biofeedback is a treatment technique in which people are trained to improve their health by using signals from their own bodies. Psychologists use it to help tense and anxious clients learn to relax. It is also used regularly by psychologists to treat clients with a variety of other problems, such as chronic pain, headaches, and Renaud's Disease.
The most basic biofeedback instrument is the thermometer. We use it to measure skin temperature as an indication of blood flow. Usually, warm and dry skin is associated with a relaxed state. The thermometer can be as simple as a small alcohol thermometer or as sophisticated as computer monitoring. Other biofeedback instruments monitor muscle tension, heart rate, brain waves, and sweat gland activity. These can be used alone or in combination to help both client and therapist gauge the effectiveness and progress of treatment.
Divorce:
This service provides assistance for all parties during this difficult time. Spouses, children or extended families are frequently involved. Issues such as grieving, anger, rejection, and post-divorce adjustment are explored. This may accompany or assist Divorce Mediation. Counseling to help rebuild strained parenting relationships or to assist in the loss of a parent is also common.
EMDR:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a non-invasive procedure found to be highly effective in the treatment of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, panic, anxiety and phobic disorders. The process contains a number of behavioral and cognitive approaches with a neural processing component. EMDR attempts to process or work through traumatic memories and/or panic and anxiety responses using neurophysiology. Essentially, EMDR targets the body's panic response and replaces it with a relaxation response.
The technique has been found to be effective in significantly reducing and often completely eliminating physical and psychological symptoms of anxiety and emotional distress. Results may be expected within 2 to 6 sessions.
Marital:
This intervention is directed at improving or repairing marital relationships. Topics such as caring behaviors, interpersonal communication, intimacy, decision-making, problem-solving and mutual parenting are explored. This treatment often accompanies or is the primary intervention for other issues such as substance abuse, domestic violence or family therapy.
Professional Supervision:
Professional supervision is frequently requested of our clinicians related to their specialized areas of expertise. Specialized expertise exists in areas of treatment, evaluation, and consultation. This service is often provided in respect to licensing requirements, internships, or personal and professional growth. Selection of a supervisor generally relates to particular areas of interest in treatment, evaluation, or a personal relationship with an established clinician. Supervisory experiences are frequently rotated through several therapists, allowing for a diversity of experiences and consultation.
Psychiatry:
Psychology, social work, and counseling are non-medical professions that provide mental health services. Psychiatry is a subspeciality in the medical profession that offers pharmaceutical interventions for mental/emotional problems. Human Resource Associates offers psychiatric services to active clientele.
Psychotherapy:
Psychotherapy is a process of self-examination focused on increasing awareness of emotions, attitudes and behaviors. A psychotherapy session typically lasts between 45 and 50 minutes. During that time, the therapist will ask questions and listen carefully. The therapist will assist understanding the behavior patterns while pointing out new ways to think or behave. A psychotherapist will not typically make your important life decisions or "tell you what to do." The therapist's goal is to reduce emotional pain, modify ineffective behaviors, and enhance personal understanding.
There are numerous, yet no superior approaches to helping people change. Research does indicate that a positive outcome from psychotherapy is influenced by a positive relationship between the therapist and client.
Sexual Problems:
Are you or your loved one spending too much time in sexual activities that interfere with building a loving relationship?
Sexual dependency or addiction is a common problem that can be successfully treated. Individual and group treatment can help an individual gain self-control over their sexual behaviors and attitudes. In lieu of the addictive behavior an individual is taught how to be in a caring and committed relationship with a loved one.
The Sexual Self-Control Treatment Program at Human Resource Associates offers specialized assessment and treatment for a variety of sexual problems. The treatment process is started by contacting the therapist, undergoing an evaluation process, and planning an effective treatment. Effective treatment generally includes participation in group therapy.
Groups generally consist of a limited number of individuals who have similar concerns, offer support, and are seeking changes in their lives.
Substance Abuse/Dependence:
Substance abuse treatment often helps other factors of a person's life such as marital relationships, parental responsibility and employment satisfaction. Substance abuse/dependence is not a rational choice that anyone makes. Involvement in substance abuse treatment can minimize the intensity and severity of the dependence. Counseling helps individuals develop new coping skills rather than allowing situations to trigger abuse. Families benefit by understanding substance abuse and discovering how to support and expect recovery. AA is also an important part of recovery.
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