Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is a Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders.
Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
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 at
Psychology practices 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 Psychology
practices 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 Agoura Hills, CA
Addiction & Substance Abuse Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is an Addiction & Substance Abuse Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that cause substance addiction.
Addiction & Substance Abuse Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
diagnosis and treatment of depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, schizophrenia, and other disorders that contribute to patient addiction. Addiction & Substance Abuse Psychology is
a specialty of mental health medicine that focuses on researching, diagnosing, and treating the emotional impulses or illnesses that lead to addictive behavior. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Addiction & Substance Abuse Psychology practices include addiction to alcohol, illegal drugs, and prescription drugs.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Addiction & Substance Abuse Psychology
practices include conducting patient interviews, creating treatment plans, participating in individual or group therapy, offering diagnoses of mental health disorders, and referring patients to other medical specialists as needed.
A psychologist with a proficiency that involves the application of psychological treatment of addiction stemming from the use of alcohol and other psychoactive substances (e.g., nicotine, marijuana, cocaine, heroin) or behavioral addictions (e.g., gambling) with the aim of cessation or reduction of use and/or the amelioration of emotional, behavioral, interpersonal and other problems arising from the addictive behavior.
Addiction Substance Abuse Psychologists in Agoura Hills, CA
Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in researching and treating disorders of human cognition.
Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
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 at
Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology practices include depression, anxiety, phobias, substance abuse, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorders, and sleeping disorders.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology
practices 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 Agoura Hills, CA
Clinical Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is a Clinical Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders.
Clinical Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
psychological evaluations and creates treatment protocols. Clinical Psychology is
the diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral dysfunctions. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Clinical Psychology practices include phobias, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and schizophrenia.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Psychology
practices 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 Agoura Hills, CA
Counseling Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is a Counseling Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in treating mental health challenges and crises using goal-oriented methods.
Counseling Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
mental health assessment, personal therapy, and individualized goal-setting techniques to improve patient mental health and social adjustment. Counseling Psychology is
a medical specialty centered on helping patients achieve better mental health using carefully planned and personalized goal-oriented treatment. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Counseling Psychology practices include grief, learning deficits, school or career maladjustment, stress, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit disorder (ADD), and anxiety.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Counseling Psychology
practices include mental health assessment, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), crisis intervention, group counseling, psychotherapy, trauma management, and referral to other specialists as needed.
A psychologist who specializes in general practice and health service. It focuses on how people function both personally and in their relationships at all ages. Counseling psychology addresses the emotional, social, work, school and physical health concerns people may have at different stages in their lives, focusing on typical life stresses and more severe issues with which people may struggle as individuals and as a part of families, groups and organizations. Counseling psychologists help people with physical, emotional and mental health issues improve their sense of well-being, alleviate feelings of distress and resolve crises. They also provide assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of more severe psychological symptoms.
Counseling Psychologists in Agoura Hills, CA
Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that affect young patients.
Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
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 at
Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology practices 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 Psychology
practices 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 Agoura Hills, CA
Family Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is a Family Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have 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.
Family Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
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 at
Family Psychology practices 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 Psychology
practices 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 Agoura Hills, CA
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is an Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating intellectual and developmental disabilities in children and adults.
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
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 at
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Psychology practices 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 Psychology
practices include diagnostic assessments followed by: physical treatments, environmental manipulation, family/systemic therapies, cognitive-behavioral modification, and psychodynamic therapies.
Intellectual Developmental Disabilities Psychologists in Agoura Hills, CA
Group Psychotherapy
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is a Group Psychotherapy practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in providing psychotherapy and group cohesiveness for people experiencing similar mental health challenges.
Group Psychotherapists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
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 at
Group Psychotherapy practices include stress, social anxiety, depression, harassment, relationships, work, anger issues, substance abuse, and suicide.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Group Psychotherapy
practices 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 Agoura Hills, CA
Rehabilitation Psychology
A psychologist who specializes in the study and application of psychological principles on behalf of persons who have disability due to injury or illness. Rehabilitation psychologists, often within teams, assess and treat cognitive, emotional, and functional difficulties, and help people to overcome barriers to participation in life activities. Rehabilitation psychologists are involved in practice, research, and advocacy, with the broad goal of fostering independence and opportunity for people with disabilities.
Rehabilitation Psychologists in Agoura Hills, CA
Adult Development & Aging Psychology
George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation is an Adult Development & Aging Psychology practice in Agoura Hills, CA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental and behavioral issues in aging adults.
Adult Development & Aging Psychologists at George A. Cave, Ph.d., A Psychological Corporation perform
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 at
Adult Development & Aging Psychology practices include age-related stress and depression, menopause, adropause, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Adult Development & Aging Psychology
practices 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 Agoura Hills, CA
