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William J. Sieber, PHD

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Specializes in: Psychology
Professional interests include: chronic pain, anxiety, mental health issues, and more.
1505 Encinitas Boulevard
Encinitas, CA 92024

William J. Sieber, PHD is a psychologist in Encinitas, CA specializing in psychology. William J. Sieber, PHD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health, Regents of the University of California and UC SAN DIEGO HEALTH COMMUNITY GROUP.

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Office Locations

1505 Encinitas Boulevard
Encinitas, CA 92024
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200 W Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103
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910 Sycamore Avenue
Vista, CA 92081
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9333 Genesee Avenue
San Diego, CA 92121
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9909 Mira Mesa Boulevard Suite 200
San Diego, CA 92131
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Some issues William J. Sieber, PHD can help you with:

Anxiety

Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.

Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:

  • Generalized anxiety disorder
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder
  • Phobias
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Social phobia
  • Panic disorder

Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.

Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.

Depression

Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."

Some common symptoms of depression include:

  • Feeling sad, guilty, empty or hopeless
  • Fatigue and a lack of energy and motivation
  • A loss of pleasure in activities that were previously enjoyed
  • Unusual sleep or eating habits
  • Mental fog -- trouble concentrating, remembering, or making decisions
  • Physical aches and pains
  • Suicidal thoughts or a preoccupation with death

We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.

Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.

Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.

Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues, also referred to as mental health disorders or mental health illnesses, are a wide variety of conditions that impact behavior, emotion, and cognition. There are many different forms of mental health issues, some of which are acute (short-term), while others are chronic. Common mental health issues include:

  • Anxiety disorders, such as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic disorder, and phobias
  • Mood disorders, such as depression and bipolar disorder
  • Eating disorders, such as anorexia and bulimia
  • Personality disorders, such as borderline and narcissistic personality disorders
  • Grief and trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Impulse control and addiction disorders
  • Psychotic disorders, such as schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder

No single cause of mental health issues exists. Multiple factors may increase one's risk for developing mental health issues, including but not limited to:

  • Genetic history
  • Chemical imbalances in the brain
  • Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
  • Substance use
  • Exposure to viruses, chemicals, or other substances in the womb
  • Adverse life experiences, such as childhood trauma or recurring stress
  • Isolation and poor living conditions

Mental health issues are typically diagnosed by a provider like a psychiatrist or a psychologist. These issues are diagnosed through psychological evaluation and talk therapy.

Mental health therapy can be an effective tool in supporting people who are struggling with unwanted feelings, behaviors, or difficult circumstances in their lives. Many forms of therapy are available, including specialized therapies tailored to particular disorders. For many issues, therapists help patients manage their conditions through talk therapy. Other treatments can include medication or stays at a psychiatric facility. Mental health therapy can help people with mental health issues improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2012 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 71

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2013 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 48

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2013

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 69
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2014 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 45

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2015 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 105

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2016 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 81

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2016

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 74
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2017 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 105

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD.

Age
From 65 to 74 13
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2017

Hypertension 63
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 75
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2018 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 69

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2018

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 65
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 65
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2019 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2019

Hypertension 0
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 70
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2020 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 104

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD.

Gender
Male 13
Female 20
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 22
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 15
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2020

Hypertension 70
High Cholesterol 45
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 73
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2021 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 171

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD.

Gender
Male 14
Female 29
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 31
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 20
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2021

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 74
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA during 2022 were mental health therapy.

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

mental health therapy 156

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD.

Gender
Male 12
Female 16
Age
From 65 to 74 0
From 75 to 84 13
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 71
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 64
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 39

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by William J. Sieber, PHD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that William J. Sieber, PHD treated as a psychologist in Encinitas, CA were mental health therapy.

mental health therapy 91

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD.

Gender
Male 3
Female 5
Ethnicity
Black / African American 0
Asian / Pacific Islander 0
Non-Hispanic White 4
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 1
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0
65 to 74 4

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by William J. Sieber, PHD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that William J. Sieber, PHD treated were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 24
High Cholesterol 21
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 6
Depression 51
Chronic Kidney Disease 2
Asthma 0
Osteoporosis 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Atrial Fibrillation 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 3

Education & Training

He has a state license in California.

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

William J. Sieber, PHD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UC San Diego Health
Regents of the University of California
UC SAN DIEGO HEALTH COMMUNITY GROUP

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Biography

Dr. William Sieber is a specialist in psychology in San Diego, CA, Vista, CA, and Encinitas, CA. Dr. Sieber has indicated that his clinical interests include depression, anxiety, and chronic pain. He is affiliated with UC San Diego Health and Regents of the University of California.

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