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Psychologists - Richmond Hill, GA

We found 9 psychologists in Richmond Hill, GA. See refinement options below.

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Dr. John M. Adler, PHD

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Psychology

185 Richard Davis Drive, Richmond Hill, GA 31324

912-660-3318

Dr. John Adler specializes in psychology and practices in Savannah, GA, Richmond Hill, GA, and Hinesville, GA.
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Dr. Pamela Beth Collman, PHD

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Neuropsychology, Child Psychology

3766 17 Highway, Richmond Hill, GA

Dr. Pamela Collman's specialties are neuropsychology and child psychology. She practices in Richmond Hill, GA.
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Ms. Brenda Sue Richardson, PH.D.

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Psychology

128 Frances Meeks Way, Richmond Hill, GA

Dr. Brenda Richardson specializes in psychology and practices in Richmond Hill, GA.
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Dr. Odetta Smiley, PSYD, LPC, CCMHC

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Addiction Therapy, Counseling, Psychology

185 Richard Davis Drive, Richmond Hill, GA 31324

478-227-2419

Dr. Odetta Smiley specializes in psychology, counseling, and addiction therapy and practices in Richmond Hill, GA.

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What is Psychology?

Psychologists are not medical doctors, but they are important workers in the mental health field. A psychologist studies the way people feel and think, as well as how thoughts and feelings change the way people act. When psychologists work with patients directly to help them feel better, they practice clinical psychology. Clinical psychologists diagnose mental health disorders and provide treatment in the form of therapy.

A clinical psychologist might work with individuals, families, groups, or organizations. They may see people who are struggling to work through difficult circumstances, trying to overcome bad habits or patterns in their lives, recovering from a brain injury, or suffering from mental illness such as depression.

Clinical psychologists are skilled assessors. Through talking to their patients they can: (1) identify which thoughts or feelings are causing the problems in their patient's life, (2) help their patient acknowledge what emotional strengths they bring to face those problems, and (3) make plans for treatment.

Treatment varies widely depending on the patient's problems and the psychologist's areas of expertise. There hundreds of recognized modes of therapy; in addition, a patient may need to see a psychiatrist (medical doctor) for medication treatment. Whichever therapies a psychologist uses, the goal is to help patients see areas in their life where their thoughts or feelings are holding them back and causing distress. Through therapy, psychologists can encourage their patients to develop new ways to adapt so that they can lead happier lives.