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Donna J. Hilton, PhD

Clinical Psychologist

Gender: Female
Experience: 19 years

About Donna J. Hilton, PhD

Donna J. Hilton, PhD is a clinical psychologist, adult development & aging psychologist, cognitive & behavioral psychologist, clinical child & adolescent psychologist, family psychologist, and marriage & family therapist. Dr. Donna J. Hilton has 19 years of experience in clinical psychology.

Education

Donna J. Hilton, PhD earned a degree of a Doctor of Philosophy.

Licenses

Donna J. Hilton, PhD has been registered with the National Provider Identifier database since May 07, 2007, and her NPI number is 1295948180.

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To schedule an appointment with Dr. Donna J. Hilton, please call (302) 995-9600.

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Donna J. Hilton is a Clinical Psychologist in Wilmington, DE with special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders. As a Clinical Psychologist, Donna J. Hilton, 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 Wilmington, DE

Adult Development & Aging Psychologist

Dr. Donna J. Hilton is an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist in Wilmington, DE with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental and behavioral issues in aging adults. As an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist, Donna J. Hilton, 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 Wilmington, DE

Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist

Dr. Donna J. Hilton is a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist in Wilmington, DE with special training and skill in researching and treating disorders of human cognition. As a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologist, Donna J. Hilton, 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.

Cognitive Behavioral Psychologists in Wilmington, DE

Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist

Dr. Donna J. Hilton is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist in Wilmington, DE with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that affect young patients. As a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Donna J. Hilton, 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 Wilmington, DE

Family Psychologist

Dr. Donna J. Hilton is a Family Psychologist in Wilmington, DE 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, Donna J. Hilton, 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 Wilmington, DE

Marriage & Family Therapist

Dr. Donna J. Hilton is a Marriage & Family Therapist in Wilmington, DE with special training and skill in interviewing and diagnosing clients, then counseling them and treating any mental and emotional disorders within the context of marriage and family. As a Marriage & Family Therapist, Donna J. Hilton, PhD performs counseling and emotional support to help families navigate relationship and behavioral issues, while seeking to secure a long-term solution to mental and emotional disorders and a wide variety of relationship issues. Marriage & Family Therapy is the modification of perceptions and behavior, as well as improvement of communication among spouses and family members in crisis. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Marriage & Family Therapists include marital conflict, dysfunctional behavior, communication issues, and mental illness. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Marriage & Family Therapists include interviewing, observing, counseling, and customizing treatment plans for clients in marriages and families.

A marriage and family therapist is a person with a master's degree in marriage and family therapy, or a master's or doctoral degree in a related mental health field with substantially equivalent coursework in marriage and family therapy, who receives supervised clinical experience, or a person who meets the state requirements to practice as a marriage and family therapist. A marriage and family therapist treats mental and emotional disorders within the context of marriage and family systems. A marriage and family therapist provides mental health and counseling services to individuals, couples, families, and groups.

Marriage Family Therapists in Wilmington, DE

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