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Dr. Michelle Conover, Ph.D., Q.M.E.

Neuropsychologist 

6200 Canoga Ave Suite 210 Woodland Hills CA, 91367
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About

Dr. Michelle Conover is a licensed psychologist and Qualified Medical Examiner (Q.M.E.) practicing at her office, Southern California Neuropsychology Group in Woodland Hills, CA. Dr. Conover specializes in Neuropsychology and provides her patients with neuropsychological assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, psychotherapy, and performance enhancement training for athletes. Dr. Conover works with children, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations as well as specific populations such as professional athletes and criminal offenders. Dr. Conover has treated individuals with PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, ADHD, addiction and other complicating diseases such as Alzheimer's. In addition, as a licensed Q.M.E., Dr. Conover has experience in a variety of med-legal evaluations, including: fit-for-duty evaluations, worker's compensation cases, violence risk assessments, competence to stand trial evaluations, etc.

Education and Training

Antioch University Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 0

Pacifica Graduate Institute Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology 0

Antioch University, Santa Barbara Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 0

Provider Details

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Dr. Michelle Conover, Ph.D., Q.M.E.
Dr. Michelle Conover, Ph.D., Q.M.E.'s Expert Contributions
  • What is the difference between a therapist and psychologist?

    Psychologists partake in academic and clinical research, while therapists are trained and licensed (Psychologists) to assist patients through numerous forms of treatment (e.g. family systems, cognitive-behavioral therapy, EMDR, etc.) READ MORE

  • What are general methods used to treat depression?

    Cognitive-behavioral therapy is most often used in situations of depression. However, different therapy types may be used. In addition, antidepressant medication is often prescribed. READ MORE

  • How do you treat overeating?

    Psychotherapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy, is used often in patients who suffer from episodes of overeating. In these sessions, un-healthy habits are shared, and new healthy habits are discussed in hopes to reduce overeating. Weight-loss programs are often recommended once the overeating has been treated. READ MORE

  • What happens to your body when you binge eat?

    Many things take place in the mind and body when one binge eats. The stomach stretches, the cues that signal whether or not one is hungry malfunctions, and it can disrupt one's circadian rhythm (the awake/sleep cycle). Binge eating can also cause an increase in fat in the body, which can cause health issues in the future. In addition, due to the combination of all the consequences of binge eating, the individual is also at higher risk of developing depression. READ MORE

  • How do you break a binge cycle?

    There are numerous tips that may assist in breaking a binge cycle. Some of these tips include: planning out meals and snacks, working with a mental health professional, having a strong support system, and working towards a better/healthier relationship with food. READ MORE

  • What are the basic strategies for managing stress?

    Each individual will have different strategies that will work for them. This being said, some ways to manage stress are: managing your time efficiently, talking to a mental health professional, exercising, learning to say "no" to additional or unnecessary responsibilities, partaking in relaxation techniques (e.g. meditation), and avoiding stimulants (e.g. caffeine and nicotine) and depressants (e.g. alcohol). READ MORE

  • What type of psychotherapy is used for schizophrenia?

    While numerous types of psychotherapy, or talk-therapy, methods have been attempted, cognitive-behavioral therapy is used in most cases. In addition, group therapy is also helpful as another level of emotional support. READ MORE

  • Does therapy help after divorce?

    Therapy during and after a divorce can be extremely beneficial, for one can use that time to focus on themselves and strive for growth. READ MORE

  • Can bipolar disorder be left untreated?

    Bipolar disorder can worsen if left untreated. As a result, episodes can be intensified and more frequent, which can strongly affect a person's overall life. READ MORE

  • Can I treat my depression naturally?

    While therapy and medication have been deemed most effective to treat depression, there are natural methods that one may try. Exercising regularly may relieve symptoms of depression. In addition, meditation and other relaxation techniques can be effective. Specific nutritional and dietary supplements are often discussed; however, whether or not they are safe and beneficial is debated. READ MORE

  • Will my depression go on its own?

    It is possible that depression can go away on its own. However, in many cases, the depression worsens before it has a chance to get better, which is why prompt treatment is strongly encouraged. READ MORE

  • How effective is psychotherapy in treating mental illness?

    It depends on the type of mental illness (acute or chronic, the severity of symptoms and age of onset). Sometimes patients need more care to help manage and reduce the symptoms by also seeing a psychiatrist that can offer medications to manage more challenging symptoms that therapy alone is unable to address such as perceptual disturbances (auditory / visual hallucinations, psychosis, paranoia). READ MORE

  • What is a personality test in psychology?

    Usually when people talk about "personality tests" they are referring to the Myers-Briggs which is an introspective subjective questionnaire of how you perceive the world. It's based on four principal psychological functions – sensation, intuition, feeling, and thinking – and that one of these four functions is dominant for a person most of the time. The four categories are Introversion/Extraversion, Sensing/Intuition, Thinking/Feeling, Judging/Perception. READ MORE

  • Can antidepressants make you more emotional?

    Yes, antidepressants may exacerbate symptoms. Everyone is different when it comes to how they will be effected. Always talk with your prescribing doctor to make sure that negative side effects are well controlled. READ MORE

  • What is the difference between cognitive therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy?

    The main difference between the two is that cognitive therapy focuses on eliminating psychological distress, while cognitive-behavioral therapy targets the elimination of negative behavior too. READ MORE

  • What is the best therapy for anxiety?

    There are a lot of treatments for anxiety but the "best" one is evidenced based. One that has a lot of supported publications and research to ensure success. READ MORE

  • Is CBT good for anxiety?

    When it comes to anxiety you always want to rule out a medical cause versus emotional first. If it's psychologically driven then CBT is a good approach. However, there are other therapies that help manage / address anxiety such as art or music therapy. READ MORE

  • How do you deal with anxiety?

    Anxiety can be dealt with in several ways. Always rule out if there's a medical cause to the anxiety. If it's not medically caused then exercise, good nutrition and getting enough rest are primary. Therapy is also recommended to identify the root of the anxiety, to ensure healthy habits and to provide the additional support needed to facilitate change. READ MORE

  • Does bipolar medication change your personality?

    It depends, but what Bipolar medication is "supposed" to do is help the individual balance out their mood. Instead of extreme highs and lows, derived from a chemical imbalance, there should be more emotional stability. Personality is a consistent mode of being so if the medication is helping to achieve that then yes, there will be a more stable personality that emerges which would be a change. READ MORE

  • Is anxiety all in your head?

    No, not necessarily. Anxiety can be medically driven such as hyperthyroidism, heart disease, respiratory disorder, or diabetes. It can also come from other sources such as too much caffeine, medication side-effects, or drug withdrawal. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

AnxietyNeuropsychological AssessmentsTherapyTraumatic Brain InjuryDementiaADHDAutism Spectrum Disorder

Awards

  • Best of 2019 - Psychologist 3 Woodland Hills Award Program 
  • Top Clinical Neuropsychologist 2 The Leading Physicians of the World 

Fellowships

  • UCLA Alzheimer's Disease Research Center Clinical Neuropsychology Fellowship  2008
  • Sports Concussion Institute Clinical and Forensic Neuropsychology Fellowship  2008

Fellowships

  • University of California, Los Angeles

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Psychological Association

Dr. Michelle Conover, Ph.D., Q.M.E.'s Practice location

Southern California Neuropsychology Group

6200 Canoga Ave Suite 210 -
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
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New patients: 818-340-7700
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