PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTATION PRIVILEGED AND CONFIDENTIAL REPORT DATE: 4/02/2024 NAME: Charlie Kelmeckis EXAMINER: Sara Matamoros, Psy.D. AGE: 16 years DATE OF BIRTH: 12/24/1975. GENDER: Male ETHNICITY: Caucasian / African American. REASON FOR REFERRAL Mr. Kelmeckis has voluntarily sought a psychological consultation to evaluate his current psychological and emotional condition. The primary purpose of the consultation is to study apprehensions relating to Academic or Social Struggles, Behavioral or Emotional Concerns, Past Trauma, and personal mental health issues. At the end of this consultation, we aim to confirm his overall well-being and administer appropriate interventions and support where necessary. CONSULTATION INSTRUMENTS Clinical …show more content…
Kelmeckis frequently grapples with thoughts and recollections associated with his past. The passing of his Aunt had an emotional impact, a sense of loss, guilt/confusion, and an impact on relationships. When Aunt Helen died, he felt left with profound emotional turmoil. She was one of the few individuals that gave him comfort, especially from how understanding she was to him. He expressed that he struggled to cope with the grief and sadness. His Aunt was a source of comfort and stability for Mr. Kelmeckis. Her death had him feeling vulnerable and adrift; he continued to grapple with the realization of her being gone and no longer able to support him. He expressed feelings of guilt and confusion. One recollection was of Aunt Helen stopping by his house to tell him she was going to get his birthday present, and soon after, she was fatally injured in a car accident. He felt that her death was his fault. She had a plan to get her birthday present, but on her way there, she died. Because of her death, he is affected by relationships with others, particularly his family. This contributes to his sense of isolation and …show more content…
Kelmeckis walk for pleasure, routinely use stairs, and occasionally exercise sufficiently to cause heavy breathing or perspiration. Sarai Matamoros, Psy.D. References American Psychological Association. (2017). The 'Secondary' of the 'Secondary' of the 'Secondary' of the 'S Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. American Psychological Association. https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/treatments/eye-movement-reprocessing. APA Div. 12 Society of Clinical Psychology. (2017). The 'Secondary' of the 'Secondary' of the 'Secondary' of the 'Secondary' of the What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? American Psychological Association.
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According to Sharf, (2008) the eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) was designed to treat posttraumatic stress disorder. EMDR requires that the clients visualize an upsetting memory and accompanying physical sensations. The clients repeat negative self-statements that they associate with the scene. The procedure is repeated again and again until the client’s anxiety is reduced. EMDR focuses on desensitizing strong emotional reasons in clients and help them to reframe their belief systems to accommodate new emotional states (Sharf, 2008).
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...ces, accidents or the abrupt death of a loved one, and physical or sexual assault. EMDR therapy shows that the mind can in fact heal from psychological trauma much as the body recovers from physical trauma. Generally EMDR has proven to be a very successful therapy, but one that many do not completely understand. While this lack of understanding creates some of the controversy surrounding EMDR most of the controversy is centered on whether the eye movement part of the treatment is essential to helping patients diagnosed with PTSD. So far researchers cannot yet be sure that the eye movement part of the treatment is essential to helping patients diagnosed with PTSD. Overall EMDR therapy is important because it helps to process distressing memories, reducing their lingering effects which allow patients to develop more adaptive coping mechanisms and lead ordinary lives.
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Society's understanding of mental health has been revolutionized in recent decades. There has been increased research directed towards mental health, greater support for those who are affected, and a better understanding of it by the general public. In this current generation, mental illnesses are now viewed as serious conditions that need to be properly treated. Mental health is a vital component of an individual's well-being and how he or she is able to cope with the difficulties of life. When challenges arise, mental state is critical to overcoming those challenges.
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Francine Shapiro developed the therapeutic intervention called Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) in 1987. In the ten years prior, Shapiro, a PhD in English Literature, took an interest in behavior therapy and when she was diagnosed with cancer, it was the impetus for her to focus on, “ the interplay of mind and external stressors” (Shapiro, 2001). The foundation of EMDR and its use is firmly committed to the belief that clinicians must be properly trained and supervised in the methods, through programs offered worldwide to increase the rate of success. EMDR has many components and a detailed structure, but in essence the premise insists that individuals early life experiences are integral in the formation of psychopathology. The overarching goal is for clients to convert this dysfunction “from the past and transform it in to something useful” (Shapiro, 2001). Studies have shown that EMDR is an evidence-based practice, effective for the treatment of psychological trauma, specifically Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. EMDR has also shown efficacy in the treatment of other mental health disorders and has been used in substance use treatment, often co-morbid with PTSD. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) states that people who have been exposed to trauma have higher likelihood of abusing substances.
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Sometimes individuals consider becoming counselors after overcoming some major life challenge such as addiction or a history of bad relationships. Perhaps an individual has encountered a particularly effective counselor or therapist and has a desire to follow in those footsteps. Others may have had a bad experience with counseling and concluded that it can be done better. People do not think of this work so much as a job, or even as a career. More typically, a constellation of life experiences that demand explanation and a sense that others seek one out for assistance and emotional sustenance become driving forces leading one toward the counseling profession” (An invitation to). .
An American psychologist called Francine Shapiro developed The Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy in the 1980s. Dr. Shapiro was born on February 18th, 1948, she is currently 67 years old. She earned her PhD in clinical psychology from the Professional School of Psychological Studies in San Diego, California (Shapiro, 2015). Dr. Shapiro is a senior research fellow at the Mental Research Institute in Palo Alto, California (Shapiro, 2015). This therapy was created for the treatment of psychological traumas which led to controlled research studies about EMDR therapy (Trauma Recovery, 2015). She works in Northern California as a licensed clinical psychologist and author (Shapiro,
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Counseling is a helping approach that emphasize the emotional and intellectual experience of a client, how a client is feeling and what they think about the problem they have sought help for. The role of the counselor is to enable the client to explore many different sides of their life and feelings, by talking openly and freely. Communicating in such a way it is rarely possible with family or friends, who are likely to be emotionally involved and have opinions and biases that may be detrimental to the success of the counseling. It is important that the counselor is not emotionally involved with the client and does not become so during counseling sessions. The counselor neither judges, nor offers advice.
Even more shockingly, nearly forty percent do not seek a counselor or help while on campus ( ). Therefore, it is vital for parents to remember that college is not an easy time for their student, and by simply listening to them discuss the new challenges they are facing, can aid in this difficult transition. In addition, it is equally important that parents are not overbearing when questioning children about their mental health. Oftentimes, when asked simple questions such as “do you feel like you are adjusting well to school,” can break the ice, and encourage children to openly vent about some of the