Psychologists in East Chatham, New York

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2 Psychologists found in East Chatham
male psychologist

Mr. Richard Jay Higgins Jr., PSY.D.

Psychologist - Clinical
694 County Route 5, East Chatham, NY - 12060
518-605-2223    
female psychologist

Patricia A O'gorman, PH.D.

Psychologist - Clinical
92 Frisbee St, East Chatham, NY - 12060
518-392-3845     518-392-4521

About Psychologists: Psychologist: A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.
Mental health is defined as a state of well-being in which every individual realizes his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community. Mental health also includes a person's ability to enjoy life - to attain a balance between life activities and efforts to achieve psychological resilience.
Some most common types of mental illness affecting people of United States are bipolar, phobias, dysthymia, depression, anxiety and panic attack, schizophrenia, psychosis, anorexia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) etc. Some strategies or treatments which can be helpful in treating mental illness includes psychotherapy (talking therapies), medication and self-help (reducing alcohol intake, sleeping more, and eating well).
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