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Dr. Leon Pereira, PHD

Psychologist

I help you to understand why you think, feel, and behave the way you do, to resolve negative feelings, to build on your strengths, and to teach you skills that will enable you to live the way you want ...
28 years Experience
Dr. Leon Pereira, PHD
  • Kaneohe, HI
  • University of Hawaii, at Manoa
  • Accepting new patients

How to fix anxiety in children?

Find a therapist who specializes in treating anxiety in children. Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Exposure with Response Prevention are highly effective.

What is the most common therapy for anxiety?

Exposure and response prevention

What kind of doctor do you see for anger issues?

Any therapist who provides help for anger management.

Can panic disorders be cured?

Yes, therapy can help to stop panic attacks.

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Can I live with bipolar disorder without medication?

If you can maintain mood stability without medication, the answer is yes. However, it helps to ask trusted others for feedback, as you may not be aware of when you are being erratically. READ MORE
If you can maintain mood stability without medication, the answer is yes. However, it helps to ask trusted others for feedback, as you may not be aware of when you are being erratically.

What kind of therapy is best for bipolar disorder?

Either Dialectical Behavior Therapy or Cognitive-Behavior Therapy

What are general methods used to treat depression?

Cognitive-Behavior Therapy is the treatment of choice. It can be effective by itself or can make treatment with medication more effective.