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Provider

Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist

Gender: Female
Experience: 13 years
Languages: English

About Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD

I am a Licensed Psychologist at Summit Psychological Services. I often work with those who feel lost and are unable to get in touch with their ideal selves. Many of these clients include children, pre-teens, teenagers, parents, adults, and veterans battling PTSD, ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety. I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, and families to achieve their goals. These goals most often include improving the quality of relationships between parents and their children, increasing self-esteem, achieving academic or occupational success, strengthening marriages, and improving an overall confidence in themselves.

My specialties include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Psychological Testing, Functional Family Therapy, and EMDR. I am grateful for the skills I have to offer so that I can work with clients to better diagnose and get to the root of their concerns while delivering services with unconditional compassion and empathy.

If the time is right to seek treatment, please reach out by calling or texting 909-999-5213, or emailing me at [email protected]. I am available Tuesday through Friday from 10 AM to 8 PM and on Saturdays from 10 AM to 7 PM. My hours are purposefully scheduled at these times so more working families with children/teenagers and adults can have access to the mental healthcare that they deserve.

Education and Training

  • Clinical Doctorate in Psychology from the University of La Verne
  • American Psychological Association Doctoral Internship at Western Youth Services
  • American Psychological Association Postdoctoral Fellowship at Kaiser Permanente
Practice Locations

Dr. Elsa L. Ferris sees patients at:

Education

Dr. Ferris graduated with a Doctor of Psychology from University of La Verne. Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD earned a degree of a Doctor of Psychology.

Licenses

Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD has been registered with the National Provider Identifier database since July 29, 2013, and her NPI number is 1841632098.

Associations

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To schedule an appointment with Dr. Elsa L. Ferris, please call (909) 999-5213.

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Elsa L. Ferris is a Clinical Psychologist in Ontario, CA with special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders. As a Clinical Psychologist, Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD 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 Ontario, CA

Family Psychologist

Dr. Elsa L. Ferris is a Family Psychologist in Ontario, 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, Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD 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 Ontario, CA

Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist

Dr. Elsa L. Ferris is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist in Ontario, CA with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that affect young patients. As a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD 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 Ontario, CA

Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist

Dr. Elsa L. Ferris is a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist in Ontario, CA with special training and skill in researching and treating disorders of human cognition. As a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist, Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD 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.

Cognitive Behavioral Psychologists in Ontario, CA

Psychologist

Dr. Elsa L. Ferris is a Psychologist in Ontario, CA with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. As a Psychologist, Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD performs mental health assessment and therapy. Psychology is a medical specialty focused on helping patients understand the causes of their mental health disorders so they can be treated with therapy or medication. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Psychologists include depression, anxiety, specific phobias, alcohol, drug, and gambling addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), mood disorders, behavioral disorders, bereavement, and marital problems. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Psychologists include mental health assessment and diagnosing, psychotherapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), psychoanalysis, group therapy, addiction counseling, marriage counseling, exposure therapy, and referral to other specialists as needed.

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. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.

Psychologists in Ontario, CA
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder in Children (ADHD)
  • Behavioral Disorder
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Clinical Depression
  • Codependency
  • Depression in Children
  • Depression in Men
  • Depression in Teenagers
  • Depression in Women
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disorder
  • Grief and Loss
  • Infidelity Issues
  • Lack of Coping Skills
  • Life Transition Issues
  • Low Self Esteem
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Violence Issues in Teens
  • Adolescent Psychological Therapy
  • Anxiety Disorder Treatment and Management
  • Anxiety Management
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Trauma
  • Couples Therapy
  • Depression Treatment
  • Divorce Counseling
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EDMR)
  • Family Therapy
  • Functional Family Therapy (FFT)
  • Individual Therapy
  • Infidelity Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychological Evaluation
  • Psychological Therapy
  • Psychological Therapy for Children
  • Psychological Therapy for Women
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Trauma Counseling
  • University of La Verne

    Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)

    University of La Verne


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Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD

Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist

New Alternatives, Inc
18350 Mount Langley St, Suite 220
Fountain Valley, CA 92708

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Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD

Elsa L. Ferris, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist

Summit Psychological Services
500 E E St, Suite 111
Ontario, CA 91764

miles away

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