Center For Positive Change, PC

Clinical Psychology

Center For Positive Change, PC is a Clinical Psychology practice in Grayslake, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders. Clinical Psychologists at Center For Positive Change, PC 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.

Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology

Center For Positive Change, PC is a Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology practice in Grayslake, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in researching and treating disorders of human cognition. Cognitive & Behavioral Psychologists at Center For Positive Change, PC 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.

Family Psychology

Center For Positive Change, PC is a Family Psychology practice in Grayslake, IL 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 Center For Positive Change, PC 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.

Psychology

Center For Positive Change, PC is a Psychology practice in Grayslake, IL with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. Psychologists at Center For Positive Change, PC 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.