Clinical Psychologist
Ms. Griselle Garcia Hernandez is a Clinical Psychologist in Ponce, PR
with special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders.
As a Clinical Psychologist, Griselle Garcia Hernandez 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 Ponce, PR
Adult Development & Aging Psychologist
Ms. Griselle Garcia Hernandez is an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist in Ponce, PR
with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental and behavioral issues in aging adults.
As an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist, Griselle Garcia Hernandez 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 Ponce, PR
Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist
Ms. Griselle Garcia Hernandez is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist in Ponce, PR
with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that affect young patients.
As a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Griselle Garcia Hernandez 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 Ponce, PR
Health Service Psychologist
A psychologist, certified/licensed at the independent practice level in his/her state, who is duly trained and experienced in the delivery of direct, preventative, assessment, and therapeutic intervention services to individuals whose growth, adjustment, or functioning is actually impaired or is demonstrably at high risk of impairment (1974).
Health Service Psychologists in Ponce, PR
Group Psychotherapist
Ms. Griselle Garcia Hernandez is a Group Psychotherapist in Ponce, PR
with special training and skill in providing psychotherapy and group cohesiveness for people experiencing similar mental health challenges.
As a Group Psychotherapist, Griselle Garcia Hernandez 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 Ponce, PR
