The following questions are related to ‘Psychology Profession’ at Ask the Psychologist: Online Licensed Psychologist.
Q: I would like to see a physician for a check-up and even to begin therapy, but I’m afraid that because of scars I have from when I was much younger, I might end up being forced into drug treatment or some other type of psychiatric care I don’t want. During my late teens to […]
Q: I am dealing with a lot of confusion and hurt and hope to gain some relief by simply sharing. I was in therapy with a female psychologist for two years, being treated primarily for depression, anxiety, and alcohol dependence. My therapist and I worked through many things, and I really think I was getting […]
Q: I’ve heard very different opinions about the so-called differences between men and women. Some say that there are really no differences, just cultural stereotypes. Others say men and women are really different. On a psychological level, what’s the evidence that men and women are the same or different? A: For a long while, it […]
Q: My question is whether it’s possible or appropriate for a counselor to make a diagnosis in just one, brief visit? The visit lasted less than an hour. Also, the visit was during a time when I was undergoing a very stressful situation. Is it even possible for a counselor to assess an individual’s normal […]
Q: I’m nearing an impasse with my psychologist over what I feel is an ethical issue, and I would be interested in hearing your opinion on this matter. I’ll keep it short, and cut right to the question: Would it be ethical, under any circumstances, for a psychologist to post his/her profile with photos included, […]
Q: My 15-year-old son has been seeing a therapist 3-4 times a month for about 8 months. The counselor now believes he needs anti-anxiety medication. She believes that it will allow him to relax enough to sort through the changes he needs to make and to deal with his social issues. In my discussions with […]
Q: My husband and I were seeing a licensed marriage and family counselor. After about 6 sessions my husband said he is not going back. I asked the counselor if he would continue seeing me but he said he would not. He said that my husband is his client and there would be a conflict […]
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