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Services
Dr. Kimberly Whichard, Ph D., is trained to work with a wide variety of problems, such as depression, anxiety, relationship problems, stress management, panic disorder, eating disorders, ADHD and behavioral problems. Some of our services include:
Relationship Issues
It seems that at times we tend to hurt the ones that we love the most. Dr. Whitchard has specialized in helping couples overcome conflict, resolve feelings of anger and resentment, and even heal after infidelity. She has unique training in couples therapy to help you learn effective communication skills so that you can understand and be understood. She will help you to build a deeper, more loving, and committed relationship with your spouse or partner.
Behavioral Problems
Does your child seem to run on the ever-ready battery? Does it seem that they just do not listen to you, or pay attention to what you ask them to do? Then your child may have ADHD, a very common problem in children. Dr. Whitchard can teach you and your child how to control and manage their behavior. She will assist your child in learning effective decision making skills so that they can make appropriate choices, and become successful adults. She can also consult with the school in order to create a comprehensive treatment to allow your child to be successful in school.
Depression and Anxiety
We all experience feelings of depression and anxiety when things are stressful, and do not go our way. These feelings are a normal reaction to stress. Dr. Whitchard has worked extensively with clients who struggle with these types of feelings. If your depression or anxiety feel as though they are controlling you, then Dr. Whitchard can help you explore solutions to create a more peaceful and satisfying life. She can help you examine problematic thought processes that may be keeping you down and unable to reach your dreams. She is highly trained in anxiety management treatments to include relaxation training, EMDR, and hypnosis.
Dr. Whitchard also has specialized training in treating the symptoms of PTSD, a specific form of anxiety which is created by experiencing trauma. If you have nightmares, intrusive thoughts of a bad experience, feelings of fear and apprehension, then you may be suffering from PTSD. There is treatment for this problem so that you do not have to live in fear; and you can resolve the issues of trauma and live in peace.
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders can range from anorexia, bulimia to compulsive overeating. Therapy explores the underlying and sometimes complex problems that might be contributing to such problems. In some cases our patients simply want to find a healthier way to eat in order to lose weight and maintain a healthier lifestyle. In either case Dr. Whitchard can help you develop healthy eating habits and body image, and an exercise program to help each individual reach their desired goals. Hypnosis may also be helpful in helping you to control those unwanted urges and cravings.
Hypnosis
Hypnosis is a very powerful tool to help you to overcome the obstacles that prevent you from reaching your true potential. Hypnosis has been proven to be extremely effective in weight loss, smoking cessation, pain management, anxiety reduction, and trauma resolution. Dr. Whitchard has extensive training in hypnosis and is a certified Smoking Cessation Specialist. She uses hypnosis to alleviate a number of concerns and habits.
Testing
Testing is a helpful tool in providing an objective look at what someone is experiencing. Dr. Whitchard provides a large range of testing and assessment procedures to obtain that objective analysis. She can help you determine whether your child is struggling with issues related to ADHD, depression, anxiety, or substance abuse. She can also perform testing to determine a loved one’s competency if that time should, unfortunately, ever come.
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