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Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD

Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist

Gender: Male
Experience: 15 years

About Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD

Guillermo Osvaldo Herrera, PhD is a clinical child & adolescent psychologist, cognitive & behavioral psychologist, clinical psychologist, forensic psychologist, intellectual & developmental disabilities psychologist, and health psychologist. Dr. Guillermo O. Herrera has 15 years of experience in clinical child & adolescent psychology.

Education

Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD earned a degree of a Doctor of Philosophy.

Licenses

Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD has been registered with the National Provider Identifier database since September 12, 2008, and his NPI number is 1275782302.

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To schedule an appointment with Dr. Guillermo O. Herrera, please call (310) 601-8170.

Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist

Dr. Guillermo O. Herrera is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist in Santa Fe Springs, CA with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that affect young patients. As a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD performs psychological assessment, therapy, and research regarding abnormal childhood mental health. Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology is medical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and researching childhood mental disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologists include autism, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit disorder (ADD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, eating disorders, and learning disabilities. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologists include mental health assessment, parent and child education, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), play therapy, psychotherapy, and referral to other medical specialists as needed.

A psychologist who develops and applies scientific knowledge to the delivery of psychological services to infants, toddlers, children and adolescents within their social context. Of particular importance to the specialty of clinical child psychology is an understanding of the basic psychological needs of children and adolescents, and how the family and other social contexts influence the socio-emotional adjustment, cognitive development, behavioral adaptation and health status of children and adolescents.

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Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist

Dr. Guillermo O. Herrera is a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist in Santa Fe Springs, CA with special training and skill in researching and treating disorders of human cognition. As a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist, Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD performs therapy and research focused on treating by helping patients adjust their feelings and actions. Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology is a medical specialty centered on understanding human thought and behavior as it relates to mental health. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologists include depression, anxiety, phobias, substance abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorders, and sleeping disorders. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologists include mental health assessment, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive awareness activities, mindfulness activities, breathing exercises, and referral to other specialists as needed.

A psychologist who reflects an experimental-clinical approach distinguished by use of principles of human learning and development and theories of cognitive processing to promote meaningful change in maladaptive human behavior and thinking.

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Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Guillermo O. Herrera is a Clinical Psychologist in Santa Fe Springs, CA with special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders. As a Clinical Psychologist, Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD performs psychological evaluations and creates treatment protocols. Clinical Psychology is the diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral dysfunctions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Clinical Psychologists include phobias, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and schizophrenia. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Psychologists include diagnostic observations and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

A psychologist who provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for individuals and families; consultation to agencies and communities; training, education and supervision; and research-based practice. It is a specialty in breadth -- one that is broadly inclusive of severe psychopathology -- and marked by comprehensiveness and integration of knowledge and skill from a broad array of disciplines within and outside of psychology proper. The scope of clinical psychology encompasses all ages, multiple diversities and varied systems.

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Forensic Psychologist

A psychologist whose specialty is characterized by activities primarily intended to provide professional psychological expertise within the judicial and legal systems.

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Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychologist

Dr. Guillermo O. Herrera is an Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychologist in Santa Fe Springs, CA with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating intellectual and developmental disabilities in children and adults. As an Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychologist, Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD performs assessment, diagnosis and treatment for developmentally challenged patients. Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychology is a medical specialty focused on study, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of any developmental disability. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychologists include intellectual disability, learning disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, fragile X syndrome, kernicterus, language and speech disorders, muscular dystrophy, Tourette syndrome, vision impairment, and hearing loss. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychologists include diagnostic assessments followed by: physical treatments, environmental manipulation, family/systemic therapies, cognitive-behavioral modification, and psychodynamic therapies.

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Health Psychologist

Dr. Guillermo O. Herrera is a Health Psychologist in Santa Fe Springs, CA with special training and skill in understanding the economic, social, emotional, and mental influencers that might cause illnesses. As a Health Psychologist, Guillermo O. Herrera, PhD performs therapies to help patients overcome lifestyle issues that could impact their physical well-being. Health Psychology is the psychology branch that focuses on how a patient's physical health is affected by social, emotional, and mental factors; and their emotional and mental reaction to sickness and recovery. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Health Psychologists include psychosomatic illnesses like phobias, emotional eating, smoking, and self-control challenges. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Health Psychologists include physical and psychological assessments.

A psychologist who specializes in clinical health psychology that investigates and implements clinical services across diverse populations and settings to promote health and well-being and to prevent, treat, and manage illness and disability. Clinical health psychology sees health as the confluence of psychological, social, cultural, and biological factors and applies this understanding to professional activities including:
* Research
* Clinical service
* Consulting with, educating, and supervising other health care providers and psychologists
* Advising organizations, institutions, the public, and policymakers

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