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Shereese Michelle Bell

Counselor/Therapist

Shereese Bell is a counselor in SAINT LOUIS, MO. Shereese evaluates patients using many different procedures, in order to determine what treatments must be carried out in order to properly assess their symptoms. Counselors provide consultation for each patient and their families.
Shereese Michelle Bell
  • SAINT LOUIS, MO
  • Accepting new patients

Does cognitive-behavioral therapy help with aggression?

It can help along with relaxation techniques and teaching strategies for emotion regulation.

What is the treatment for aggressive behavior?

It depends on the cause of the aggression and other factors. I typically would start with identifying when the aggression is happening to determine if there is pattern (place, READ MORE
It depends on the cause of the aggression and other factors. I typically would start with identifying when the aggression is happening to determine if there is pattern (place, people, event, thought etc...). Once that's determine then move towards emotion regulation and create strategies that would decrease the aggression.

Does behavioral therapy work for autism?

Yews, behavioral therapy can work. All involved must respond to the unwanted behavior the same way so when implemented with fidelity it can be vary successful.

How do psychologists treat obesity?

The way I would treat obesity is by focusing on the client’s relationship to food and habits formed around eating. Determining if food is used a coping strategy for stress or if READ MORE
The way I would treat obesity is by focusing on the client’s relationship to food and habits formed around eating. Determining if food is used a coping strategy for stress or if there is a hormonal component that is causing food to metabolize slower. I would recommend keeping a food
journal, not only writing down food but emotional state after eating certain foods. Also exploring the client’s sleep hygiene, because a lack of sleep can cause weight gain. I would also explore the clients daily activities and how much movement they are engaging in daily. I would work with the client on self-love and acceptance to encourage treating themselves with kindness. I have had experience with this area and this is what has worked best.

What are the treatment options for post-traumatic stress disorder?

PTSD can be serious and it is important that get treatment to help manage the symptoms. There are many treatments for PTSD such as trauma focused CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Therapy. READ MORE
PTSD can be serious and it is important that get treatment to help manage the symptoms. There are many treatments for PTSD such as trauma focused CBT, EMDR, Mindfulness Therapy. Being able to be around people that can help when you are experiencing intense emotions is a must. You can call 988 if you are alone and experiencing overwhelming emotions as well.
Take care,
Bell

What are some stress reduction techniques?

Deep breathing , Butterfly Hugs and Mindfulness Therapy are my go-tos for reducing stress.

What psychotherapy is best for PTSD?

EMDR , Mindfulness and Trauma Focused CBT. These methods typically help you reframe the recurring thoughts, manage and recognize triggers and create a plan to help you manage the READ MORE
EMDR , Mindfulness and Trauma Focused CBT. These methods typically help you reframe the recurring thoughts, manage and recognize triggers and create a plan to help you manage the intense feelings that come up.

What does a psychiatrist do for anxiety?

A Psychiatrist will prescribe medication that decreases or blocks those feelings in the brain. Psychiatrists typically manage medications. A clinical mental health professional READ MORE
A Psychiatrist will prescribe medication that decreases or blocks those feelings in the brain. Psychiatrists typically manage medications. A clinical mental health professional such as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Marriage Family Therapist will provide talk therapy, teach coping strategies, explore where the anxiety is started, help you discover your triggers, and help you create a plan that help’s manage the anxiety.