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Amanda Freeman
Psychologist | Clinical
Dr. Amanda Freeman is a psychologist practicing in Encinitas, CA. Dr. Freeman specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Freeman evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Freeman 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.
14 years
Experience
Amanda Freeman
- Encinitas, CA
- Adelphi University
- Accepting new patients
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Can anxiety be cured?
Yes! Anxiety is very treatable. Speaking with a professional can be very helpful and they will help you develop appropriate and effective coping skills as well as help you understand READ MORE
Yes! Anxiety is very treatable. Speaking with a professional can be very helpful and they will help you develop appropriate and effective coping skills as well as help you understand and manage your anxiety. In some cases, medication may also be very effective and offers a great deal of relief.
Can you heal anxiety without pills?
It really depends on the severity of the anxiety. If it is severe, then medication can definitely help stabilize how you are feeling so that talk therapy can be more effective. READ MORE
It really depends on the severity of the anxiety. If it is severe, then medication can definitely help stabilize how you are feeling so that talk therapy can be more effective.
Mild to moderate anxiety may benefit greatly from talk therapy. You'll learn appropriate coping skills for managing your symptoms and will learn to recognize when and how your anxiety manifests.
Mild to moderate anxiety may benefit greatly from talk therapy. You'll learn appropriate coping skills for managing your symptoms and will learn to recognize when and how your anxiety manifests.
Do psychologists perform CBT?
Yes. However, there are many different modalities of treatment and your psychologist may or may not be trained in this. Be sure to ask your prospective therapist if they have been READ MORE
Yes. However, there are many different modalities of treatment and your psychologist may or may not be trained in this. Be sure to ask your prospective therapist if they have been trained in CBT. You can also get started by beginning to work through these sheets: https://www.therapistmarketplace.com/products/cbt-bundle?_pos=1&_psq=cbt&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Remember to share them with your therapist.
Remember to share them with your therapist.
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Sorry to hear you are struggling! You should definitely check back in with your prescriber so that you can share your concerns.
Do I have social anxiety disorder?
The DSM 5 criteria for social anxiety disorder include: - Persistent, intense fear or anxiety about specific social situations because you believe you may be judged negatively, READ MORE
The DSM 5 criteria for social anxiety disorder include:
- Persistent, intense fear or anxiety about specific social situations because you believe you may be judged negatively, embarrassed or humiliated
- Avoidance of anxiety-producing social situations or enduring them with intense fear or anxiety
- Excessive anxiety that's out of proportion to the situation
- Anxiety or distress that interferes with your daily living
- Fear or anxiety that is not better explained by a medical condition, medication or substance abuse
It would be helpful to consult with a mental health professional so that they can help you explore these symptoms, diagnose accurately, and begin a treatment plan to help you manage these symptoms.
- Persistent, intense fear or anxiety about specific social situations because you believe you may be judged negatively, embarrassed or humiliated
- Avoidance of anxiety-producing social situations or enduring them with intense fear or anxiety
- Excessive anxiety that's out of proportion to the situation
- Anxiety or distress that interferes with your daily living
- Fear or anxiety that is not better explained by a medical condition, medication or substance abuse
It would be helpful to consult with a mental health professional so that they can help you explore these symptoms, diagnose accurately, and begin a treatment plan to help you manage these symptoms.
