Many chronic conditions respond to behavioral changes and nearly all require some attention to lifestyle. Behavioral medicine offers a perspective and a set of approaches to help you cope and adapt.
It is very common to have a wide range of thoughts and feelings after being diagnosed with a chronic medical condition. Sometimes these reactions interfere with making changes we know are necessary. We can work together to deal with your reactions, clarify your personal health objectives. Then we can plan and implement strategies and techniques necessary to protect your health, minimize further decline or begin recovering.
Chronic medical illness or conditions with which I have experience:
My expertise understanding and altering health-related behavior can be helpful. When your physical health is the primary goal, we will keep the medical problem and your health at the forefront of our work. We will remain goal oriented even while we identify and address any related psychological or emotional issues.
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Lee M. Faver, PhD PLLC
303 East 16th Street, Suite 111 (lowest level)
Vancouver, Washington 98663
T: 360.524.3616
Board Certified Clinical Psychologist practicing in Vancouver, WA.
Specializing in:
Change is always possible. So let’s create a life you will cherish.