Alice R. Berkowitz PH.D, Psychologist
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Alice R. Berkowitz PH.D

Psychologist

8631 W 3RD ST WEST HOLLYWOOD CA, 90048
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Dr. Alice Berkowitz is a psychologist practicing in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Berkowitz specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Berkowitz evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Berkowitz 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.

Board Certification

American Board of Forensic Psychology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 39 years of experience
Alice R. Berkowitz PH.D
Alice R. Berkowitz PH.D's Expert Contributions
  • Can depression be controlled?

    Yes, it is safe and very effective to control and change the brain chemistry that creates long-term depression. Typically when it is a long-term depression, it is a chemical imbalance in the brain which is often genetic (as opposed to a reactive depression that usually resolves if the source is resolved in about six months- possibly to 12 months depending on one's response to medication. There are many new medications and psychiatry and pharmacology have evolved significantly in knowing how to treat Depression and PTSD and Bipolar Disorders (which can cause severe depression as a symptom. We have several newer treatments such as Trans Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)- covered by insurance. Electroconvulsive Therapy- which is done in 3-4 low doses and people go home each day afterwards and are fine (Depending on who administers it. In addition, several major universities with psychiatric facilities (Yale) being one of the largest, have begun microdosing psilocybin in very controlled settings (UCLA, UC Irvine, USC). It is proving very successful in medication-resistant depressions. The final newer option is Ketamine infusions (just a few). This would be my last choice because there are protocols that differ between facilities and the neurologist/ psychiatrist who typically administers it. Im not sure where you live, but Talk Therapy is crucial with any of the above and the right psychotherapist and psychiatrist/ psychopharmacologists are essential. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Criminal and Forensic Psychology

Alice R. Berkowitz PH.D's Practice location

9107 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 301 -
Los Angeles, California 90210
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