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Services Overview
As our communities evolve it is more important than ever to realize the singular and vital importance of quality mental health services. At Pina & Acosta Psychological Associates we desire to address and treat issues that are so incredibly important to our community. Our Clinicians are completely dedicated to providing quality psychological services.
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Family Issues
American Psychological Association describes Couple and Family Psychology as a specialty in professional psychology that is focused on emotions, thoughts, and behaviors of individuals, couples and families in relationships and in the broader environment in which they function.
- Youth behaviour problems
- Parent child conflict
- Divorce & Separation
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Behavioral Problems
Behavioral psychology is the study of the connection between our minds and our behavior.
- Problems in school
- Home and social situations
- inattention
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Attention Deficit Disorders
ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a condition that makes focusing on everyday requests and routines challenging. People with ADHD typically have trouble getting organized, staying focused, and thinking before acting.
- Difficulty keeping on task
- Difficulty paying attention
- Appearing not to listen when spoken to
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Depression
Depression affects how you feel, think, and act. "IT IS TREATABLE." Depression causes feelings of sadness. You lose intrest in activities. Depression can lead to emotional and physical problems and can affect a persons ability to function at work and even at home.
- Feeling sad or depressed
- Loss of interest in activities
- Change of appetite Weight loss or gain
- Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
- Fatigue
- Feeling worthless
- Loss of concentration
- Thoughts of suicide
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Play Therapy
Play therapy is a approach used to help children explore their lives and express repressed thoughts and emotions through play.
- Creative visualization
- storytelling
- role-playing
- toy phones
- puppets
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Forensic Services
The American Psychological Association defines Forensic psychology as, "The application of clinical specialties to the legal arena."
Forensic Psychologists do....
- Research
- Administer tests and evaluations
- Conduct interviews
- Observe Witness & suspects
- Document their findings and testify in court
...and other services as well.
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Psychological Assessments
Psychological assessment is a process of testing that uses a combination of techniques to help arrive at some hypotheses about a person and their behavior, personality and capabilities.
- Intelligence tests
- Personality tests
- Attitude tests
- Achievement tests