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Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD

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Specializes in: Health Psychology

Professional interests include: mental health issues, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)

1500 E Medical Center Drive Floor 1 Reception G
Ann Arbor, MI 48109

1-800-333-9013

Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD is a health psychologist in Ann Arbor, MI specializing in health psychology. Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD is affiliated with The Regents of the University of Michigan and University of Michigan Health.

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1500 E Medical Center Drive Floor 1 Reception G
Ann Arbor, MI 48109

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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a form of psychotherapy or treatment for mental illness. It comes in a variety of methods, but the basic concept behind all CBT is the same -- thoughts cause feelings, which cause actions. If someone wishes to change problematic behaviors or emotions in their lives, they need to start by changing their thoughts. CBT examines ideas and looks for patterns that may be causing harmful actions. The therapist helps patients modify those thought patterns and, in doing so, helps them feel better and cope more effectively.

CBT is one of the most widely studied forms of psychotherapy, and it has been shown to be extremely effective for a variety of mental illnesses. Some of the issues that respond well to CBT include mood disorders, personality disorders, eating disorders, substance abuse, sleep disorders, and psychotic disorders. In some cases, CBT has been shown to be as effective or even more effective than medication. One of the interesting things that the scientific study of CBT has shown is that CBT actually changes the way the brain works, physically improving its function.

CBT differs from traditional psychotherapy in a few key ways. One of the most important distinctions is the emphasis on the power and responsibility of the patient in CBT. The patient will be encouraged to be the one asking the questions in CBT therapy, and most patients are assigned homework to complete outside of therapy sessions. There is a concept in CBT that everyone has power the power to change how they feel, even if they cannot control the situation, and this can be very empowering for patients. Because of this power shift, the therapist-client relationship is not as critical to success in CBT as it is in other modes of therapy. Patients should still get along well with their therapists, but they do not need a deep, dependent emotional connection to them. Finally, because CBT often treats a specific issue or problem, it is usually shorter in duration than traditional therapy. While some therapies may continue for years, CBT lasts on average just 16 sessions.

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.

mental health therapy	39

**Gender**
Male	18
Female	19

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	26
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	46
Depression	75
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	49
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

mental health therapy	87

**Gender**
Male	20
Female	34

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	41
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	41

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	75
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	54
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

mental health therapy	129

**Gender**
Male	24
Female	34

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	41
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	13
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	45

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	41
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	75
Chronic Kidney Disease	75
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	45
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	57
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

mental health therapy	223

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2018 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD treated as a health psychologist in Ann Arbor, MI were mental health therapy.

mental health therapy	120

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2018 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD.

**Gender**
Female	8
Male	6

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	10
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	0
Less than 65	8
65 to 74	1

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD From 2018 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD treated were chronic kidney disease, depression, hypertension and diabetes.

Hypertension	22
High Cholesterol	13
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	12
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	0
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	2
Diabetes	16
Atrial Fibrillation	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Education & Training

She has a state license in Michigan.

Licensed In: Michigan

Affiliations & Hospitals

Erin Georgiana Clifton, PhD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

The Regents of the University of Michigan

University of Michigan Health

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Biography

Dr. Erin Clifton's area of specialization is health psychology. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Clifton include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mental health issues. She is affiliated with the University of Michigan Health.