There are many, many reasons and
theories. What is most important to know
is that psychological problems are real,
they are often caused by multiple factors,
and the causes of the problems do not
determine the solution. Causes are
usually psychological, physical, and social.
There are biological causes or genetic
predispositions, psychological causes, and
social or environmental causes and triggers.
It is almost always impossible to know
what is the proportions of various factors in
a specific situation. Those that spend a lot
of time trying to figure out all the casues
may not be spending their time in the most
productive manner. Why is this so?
Because the cause of the problem is often
unrelated to the solution to the problem.
A problem that is 90 percent biological is
often solved in the identical manner as a
problem that is 90 percent psychological.
HOW CAN THIS BE???
Because as human beings we are
biopsychosocial beings!
So called biological or endogenous
depressions can be effectively treated by
psychotherapy, just as environmentally
caused depressions can be effectively
treated by medication! Psychotherapy can
be as effective or more effective than
medication, and some research suggests
that medication and psychotherapy
together can be more helpful than either of
them are by themselves. Psychotherapy
may produce changes which are longer
lasting, whereas many times problems can
return after medication is ended. You are
never too old or young to change!
theories. What is most important to know
is that psychological problems are real,
they are often caused by multiple factors,
and the causes of the problems do not
determine the solution. Causes are
usually psychological, physical, and social.
There are biological causes or genetic
predispositions, psychological causes, and
social or environmental causes and triggers.
It is almost always impossible to know
what is the proportions of various factors in
a specific situation. Those that spend a lot
of time trying to figure out all the casues
may not be spending their time in the most
productive manner. Why is this so?
Because the cause of the problem is often
unrelated to the solution to the problem.
A problem that is 90 percent biological is
often solved in the identical manner as a
problem that is 90 percent psychological.
HOW CAN THIS BE???
Because as human beings we are
biopsychosocial beings!
So called biological or endogenous
depressions can be effectively treated by
psychotherapy, just as environmentally
caused depressions can be effectively
treated by medication! Psychotherapy can
be as effective or more effective than
medication, and some research suggests
that medication and psychotherapy
together can be more helpful than either of
them are by themselves. Psychotherapy
may produce changes which are longer
lasting, whereas many times problems can
return after medication is ended. You are
never too old or young to change!
Peter C. Cousins, Ph.D., ABPP
 | |  | |  |
Why do people have
problems? anyway?
problems? anyway?
Treatment for addictions, anxiety, anger
management, panic disorder, depression,
divorce, eating disorders, social
anxiety,marriage and couple counseling,
ADHD, obsessive compulsive disorder,
behavior problems, trauma and post-traumatic
stress, insomnia, stress management,divorce
and loss of a loved one, firbromyalgia, etc....
Dr Cousins treats the whole person, not the
problem and treats many people who are just
having difficulties!
Cognitive/behavioral, interpersonal, and other
methods are carefully chosen for their
effectiveness. Dr. Cousins tailors treatment to
the individual.
CHANGE BRINGS HAPPINESS!
FIND OUT HOW!!
management, panic disorder, depression,
divorce, eating disorders, social
anxiety,marriage and couple counseling,
ADHD, obsessive compulsive disorder,
behavior problems, trauma and post-traumatic
stress, insomnia, stress management,divorce
and loss of a loved one, firbromyalgia, etc....
Dr Cousins treats the whole person, not the
problem and treats many people who are just
having difficulties!
Cognitive/behavioral, interpersonal, and other
methods are carefully chosen for their
effectiveness. Dr. Cousins tailors treatment to
the individual.
CHANGE BRINGS HAPPINESS!
FIND OUT HOW!!
Dr. Cousins treats individuals,
couples,families, adults, children, and
adolescents. Call for an appointment in
the Houston or Humble/Kingwood offices
(713)523-5778 or (281)361-5778
Calling a psychologist is a good place to
start, they can diagnose and treat most
problems. Psychologists have as much or
more training in diagnosis and treatment of
mental disorders as any other profession.
A psychologist can refer you to a physician
if need be for medication. Going to a
psychologist first can, assure you that you
do not get medication if you do not need it!
A psychologist is best trained to have the
tools to make an unbiased diagnosis and
treat the problem as quickly as possible.
couples,families, adults, children, and
adolescents. Call for an appointment in
the Houston or Humble/Kingwood offices
(713)523-5778 or (281)361-5778
Calling a psychologist is a good place to
start, they can diagnose and treat most
problems. Psychologists have as much or
more training in diagnosis and treatment of
mental disorders as any other profession.
A psychologist can refer you to a physician
if need be for medication. Going to a
psychologist first can, assure you that you
do not get medication if you do not need it!
A psychologist is best trained to have the
tools to make an unbiased diagnosis and
treat the problem as quickly as possible.