Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Leslie F. Behar is a Clinical Psychologist in Los Altos, CA
with special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders.
As a Clinical Psychologist, Leslie F. Behar, 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.
Clinical Psychologists in Los Altos, CA
Adult Development & Aging Psychologist
Dr. Leslie F. Behar is an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist in Los Altos, CA
with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental and behavioral issues in aging adults.
As an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist, Leslie F. Behar, PhD performs
testing and treatment of age-related cognitive changes. Adult Development & Aging Psychology is
the study of cultural and societal factors that influence healthy development and aging. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Adult Development & Aging Psychologists include age-related stress and depression, menopause, adropause, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Adult Development & Aging Psychologists
include psychotherapy and research.
A psychologist who specializes in geropsychology, which applies the knowledge and methods of psychology to understanding and helping older persons and their families to maintain well-being, overcome problems and achieve maximum potential during later life. Professional geropsychology appreciates the wide diversity among older adults, the complex ethical issues that can arise in geriatric practice and the importance of interdisciplinary models of care.
Adult Development Aging Psychologists in Los Altos, CA
Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist
Dr. Leslie F. Behar is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist in Los Altos, CA
with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that affect young patients.
As a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Leslie F. Behar, 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.
Clinical Child Adolescent Psychologists in Los Altos, CA
Family Psychologist
Dr. Leslie F. Behar is a Family Psychologist in Los Altos, CA
with special training and skill in studying and promoting the mental and emotional health of families, by providing counseling to family members both as a unit and individually.
As a Family Psychologist, Leslie F. Behar, PhD performs
medical history analysis, assessment, diagnosis, and therapy for family dysfunction. Family Psychology is
a psychological specialty that treats the family unit. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Family Psychologists include marital conflict, spousal abuse, sibling conflict, parent-child conflict, learning disabilities, autism, personaltiy disorders, grief and loss depression, postpartum depression, post miscarriage care, gender and sexuality issues, and adoption issues.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Family Psychologists
include family history analysis, behavioral assessments, nutritional and hormonal assessments, family and/or individual talk and/or play therapy, as well as crisis intervention.
A psychologist whose specialty is founded on principles of systems theory with the interpersonal system of the family the focus of assessment, intervention and research.
Family Psychologists in Los Altos, CA
Group Psychotherapist
Dr. Leslie F. Behar is a Group Psychotherapist in Los Altos, CA
with special training and skill in providing psychotherapy and group cohesiveness for people experiencing similar mental health challenges.
As a Group Psychotherapist, Leslie F. Behar, PhD performs
group therapy to improve mental health in safe, comfortable settings. Group Psychotherapy is
the care of the mental health of a group of people, following the principles of The Theory and Practice of Group Psychotherapy by Irvin D. Yalom. Significant diseases and conditions treated by
Group Psychotherapists include stress, social anxiety, depression, harassment, relationships, work, anger issues, substance abuse, and suicide.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Group Psychotherapists
include group therapy that instills: safety, catharsis, unity, support, hope, interpersonal learning, acceptance, conflict resolution, and socialization technique development via behavior imitation.
A psychologist who specializes in group psychology and group psychotherapy that is an evidenced-based specialty that prepares group leaders to identify and capitalize on developmental and healing possibilities embedded in the interpersonal/intrapersonal functioning of individual group members as well as collectively for the group. Emphasis is placed on the use of group dynamics to assist and treat individual group members. The specialty is applicable to all age groups, children, adolescents, adults and older adults, for a wide variety of conditions and concerns, and in numerous and diverse settings.
Group Psychotherapists in Los Altos, CA
Health Psychologist
Dr. Leslie F. Behar is a Health Psychologist in Los Altos, CA
with special training and skill in understanding the economic, social, emotional, and mental influencers that might cause illnesses.
As a Health Psychologist, Leslie F. Behar, 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
Health Psychologists in Los Altos, CA
