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Lori Anne Martinez
Psychologist
Dr. Lori Martinez is a psychologist practicing in Payson, Arizona. Dr. Martinez specializes in the treatment of health mental problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Martinez evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Martinez because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. Psychologists may perform a variety of exams and assessments to diagnose a mental condition.
31 years
Experience
Lori Anne Martinez
- Payson, Arizona
- Northern Arizona University
- Accepting new patients
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Is claustrophobia curable?
Very simply said, yes, claustrophobia is treatable and manageable. The person who diagnosed you should be providing you with ideas and resources about helping you directly manage READ MORE
Very simply said, yes, claustrophobia is treatable and manageable. The person who diagnosed you should be providing you with ideas and resources about helping you directly manage and treat this condition.
Is isolation a factor in many people who have mental breaks?
Insightful question. What we do know from the research and in-session client statements involves key correlations (not causation) between social isolation and mental health symptoms. It READ MORE
Insightful question. What we do know from the research and in-session client statements involves key correlations (not causation) between social isolation and mental health symptoms. It is more circular in nature, that people who may suffer episodes of serious depression, anxiety, and/or psychosis avoid social connections as well as inadequate social support is often linked to worsening mental health symptoms.
Should I go to a doctor for a panic attack?
It sounds like you will be best served to locate and schedule an intake assessment with a licensed prescriber such as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. This professional can work READ MORE
It sounds like you will be best served to locate and schedule an intake assessment with a licensed prescriber such as a psychiatric nurse practitioner. This professional can work with you on obtaining an official diagnosis and thereby properly treat your symptoms. I also suggest meeting for counseling with a mental health counselor/psychologist to gain insight into your condition and develop more adaptive ways of preventing panic and coping effectively.
How can I control my anxiety?
Anxiety and depression disorders are best treated/managed with a combination of behavioral and cognitive tools usually provided via counseling or psychological care and a psychiatric READ MORE
Anxiety and depression disorders are best treated/managed with a combination of behavioral and cognitive tools usually provided via counseling or psychological care and a psychiatric nurse practitioner for prescribing and monitoring recommended medication.
When should one begin taking anti-anxiety medication?
Firstly, "anxiety" is not a literal diagnosis, it is a condition of one's mood but may not be a disorder. With a specific type of anxiety determined by a psychiatrist or other READ MORE
Firstly, "anxiety" is not a literal diagnosis, it is a condition of one's mood but may not be a disorder. With a specific type of anxiety determined by a psychiatrist or other qualified mental health provider, a best fit pharmaceutical AND counseling/behavioral modification can be utilized to manage symptoms and modify one's lifestyle. If a mental health professional has determined a diagnosis then they should have also made recommendations for treatment including medication options, frequency of their use, and risks/other unintended effects of medication use are discussed with you as part of informed consent. Typically, a medication is prescribed to help the person with a specific anxiety disorder because the person's level symptoms are debilitating and significantly interfere with activities of daily living ( hygiene, self-care, sleep, appetite, sociability, and ability to work or maintain employment) and/or their quality of life.
Autism spectrum treatment for a 17 year old boy?
I recommend a team approach...someone who can prescribe who has expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions, ASD, and a mental health professional/behavioralist. I would suggest READ MORE
I recommend a team approach...someone who can prescribe who has expertise in neurodevelopmental conditions, ASD, and a mental health professional/behavioralist. I would suggest everyone is collaborating on similar goals.
What is humanistic therapy used to treat?
Humanistic theory and therapy strive to address human conditions more holistically. This therapy approach is not used specifically for any psychopathology but rather facilitates READ MORE
Humanistic theory and therapy strive to address human conditions more holistically. This therapy approach is not used specifically for any psychopathology but rather facilitates a person exploring and understanding, even accepting their whole person such as emotions, values, needs, self-concept. It may require a person to be capable of focusing on honest insight versus specific symptom reduction.
What are bipolar people like?
GreetingsFirst of all, there are no "bipolar people", rather person-first language is more appropriate in addressing your question. People who have been diagnosed with a Bipolar READ MORE
GreetingsFirst of all, there are no "bipolar people", rather person-first language is more appropriate in addressing your question. People who have been diagnosed with a Bipolar condition experience a variety of symptoms which can be quite debilitating depending upon the person's symptom intensity. Bipolar Type I and II are different subtypes of mental illness which describe depression and/or Manic episodes. Remember to think about and refer to people with mental illness as people first...people should never be identified by their medical condition/s.
Can psychosis be caused by alcohol?
Yes, alcohol hallucinosis is a rare but real effect of some alcohol use disorders.
What does a psychologist do for schizophrenia?
Psychologists and other trained mental health professionals may engage the person with schizophrenia in a variety of interventions including, but not limited to, cognitive and READ MORE
Psychologists and other trained mental health professionals may engage the person with schizophrenia in a variety of interventions including, but not limited to, cognitive and behavioral methods to help the person recognize and manage positive and/or negative symptoms, positive social activities/life and leisure development, support in vocational endeavors, psychoeducation (promoting healthy lifestyle choices, nutrition practices, psychiatric medication use, etc.). Sometimes, psychological testing is implemented to address the learning, memory, and other neurocognitive impacts of schizophrenia. Psychologists also provide supportive talk therapy to address issues such as loss/grief associated with the diagnosis, trauma when present, family guidance, and more.
How long does it take to emotionally recover from divorce?
Recovery from divorce is highly variable, not completely dissimilar from grief and loss from death. Individual differences in one's level of resilience, as well as, the many READ MORE
Recovery from divorce is highly variable, not completely dissimilar from grief and loss from death. Individual differences in one's level of resilience, as well as, the many circumstances surrounding a divorce, all impact how a person of divorce responds and heals from this type of loss and major life change. I encourage divorcees to avoid dating for at least one year post divorce to use that time to work with life changes and learn from that relationship loss.
My aunt sleeps all day?
Sounds like she is very depressed and COVID made things worse. Please see if you and your family can get her to a doctor for a psychiatric consult, intervention.
Losing weight without trying?
I don't see a question here. I do recommend you initiate therapy for yourself because you report high level depression with self-depreciating thoughts and behaviors.
Heart palpitation and dizziness?
It sounds like you have mostly ruled out underlying medical/cardiac disorder or disease process. Have you considered full hormonal screening, blood levels of testosterone, progesterone, READ MORE
It sounds like you have mostly ruled out underlying medical/cardiac disorder or disease process. Have you considered full hormonal screening, blood levels of testosterone, progesterone, estrogen, as well as thyroid and adrenal panels? Do you take any nutritional supplements that may contain high levels of caffeine or other natural stimulants? Have you processed this experience with a trained, experienced therapist? Have you considered why you become "afraid" every time you have a slight tachycardia reaction? You have already determined you are not in any real danger when you experience a slightly irregular heart beat, so your thought process of being afraid may be overly adapted to the reality of your actual situation and health status.
Can I take kalms?
I am unfamiliar with the FDA endorsement of this product and it will be in your best interest to inquire with your pharmacy as to how or if this natural product interacts with READ MORE
I am unfamiliar with the FDA endorsement of this product and it will be in your best interest to inquire with your pharmacy as to how or if this natural product interacts with your other medications and health history.
Drug induced chest pain?
When was the last time you did diagnostics on your heart? Blood work-up? Does your medical provider do labs on you regularly given the types to medications you are prescribed, READ MORE
When was the last time you did diagnostics on your heart? Blood work-up? Does your medical provider do labs on you regularly given the types to medications you are prescribed, but not sure you're taking? Illicit stimulants such as what you're using are known to cause permanent cardiopulmonary impairment/damage.
Cannabis and depression?
Are you able to have an open consult with your prescriber about efficacy of antidepressant and cannabis? Your inquiry is valuable, but best directed towards the medical provider READ MORE
Are you able to have an open consult with your prescriber about efficacy of antidepressant and cannabis? Your inquiry is valuable, but best directed towards the medical provider who is prescribing and treating you for the depression. Also, psychotherapy in combination with effective medication and healthy eating habits are known to have more effective results.
Quitting Prozac cold turkey?
This is a good question to also directly ask your pharmacist. Generally speaking, it's not a good idea to discontinue this medication abruptly. You should call your prescriber READ MORE
This is a good question to also directly ask your pharmacist. Generally speaking, it's not a good idea to discontinue this medication abruptly. You should call your prescriber and ask for a short-term refill or medication bridge so you won't have poor effects from withdrawal of this medication.
Sleeping problems?
Well, there is probably "nothing wrong with you," but rather a disturbance in your sleep involving fear of dying could be anxiety and the effect of being fearful. You may want READ MORE
Well, there is probably "nothing wrong with you," but rather a disturbance in your sleep involving fear of dying could be anxiety and the effect of being fearful. You may want to discuss this with a counselor. You may also need to avoid negative TV and social media content for awhile. Take a closer look at what you eat before bed and try to get good exercise each day.
Suboxen withdrawals?
These are valuable questions best directed at your current suboxone provider. They are legally responsible for monitoring your health and prescription use of opiates.
