services
confidential Mental health counseling
For adult individuals, teens, couples and families and caregivers
Comprehensive Psychology’s mental health counseling services provide compassionate support and guidance for individuals, families, adolescents and adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. With a focus on holistic healing, body awareness and personal growth, you will be fully supported to fully explore previously learned thought patterns, feelings and bodily experiences. Evidence based interventions will be offered to help you hone effective coping strategies for improved well-being.
Psychological Evaluations
Confidential Psychological Evaluations for Adults and Children ages 12-17.
A psychological evaluation, which includes psychological testing, is a thorough assessment of a person's mental health and behavioral functioning. It's usually conducted by a licensed psychologist or psychological examiner, and can include a variety of components, such as a clinical interview, formal or structured psychological tests or screening forms, clinical observation and relevant collateral information such as school or medical records. Information used to inform the evaluation is based on the specific questions being asked. A psychological evaluation may help determine things like:
- Insight into behaviors
- How a person views the world and others
- Diagnostic insights
- Personality style
- Cognitive abilities
- Learning style and special needs
- Individual strengths and potential
- Recommendations for future treatment/care
- Psychological evaluations can be used for many purposes, such as diagnosing mental health conditions, determining treatment options, measuring treatment progress, or predicting workplace performance.
Psychological Evaluations for Bariatric Surgery
If you are a candidate for bariatric surgery, a crucial part of your weight loss journey will be obtaining a full psychological evaluation to assess your readiness for going forward. In her former role as a bariatric psychologist for a Bariatric Center of Excellence, Dr. Houston has provided hundreds of psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery patients, and assisted these patients in the pre surgery, acute recovery and aftercare maintenance phases.
Bariatric evaluations offered through Comprehensive Psychology Services will focus on your current psychological functioning, weight history, psycho social history, and knowledge of the proposed procedure and aftercare. Through a thorough intake interview, screening forms and brief psychological testing, Dr. Houston will work with you to identify any psychological or social factors that might inhibit good results, or could potentially put you at risk for adverse outcomes. Dr. Houston will then collaborate with you to come up with a realistic plan to help you realize both your short and long term health goals. Bariatric behavioral health “coaching” services are also available to continue to assist you on your bariatric journey. Bariatric evaluations are usually covered by insurance policies that pay for bariatric surgery, but you will need to contact your insurance provider to confirm coverage.
Fit for Duty (FFD) Psychological Evaluations for Law Enforcement:
FFD evaluations for law enforcement personnel provide assessments to determine an individual's fitness for duty in law enforcement roles. These reports can also provide valuable insights to support decision-making regarding an individual's suitability for law enforcement duties. Evaluations are typically completed in one visit and cannot be billed to insurance. Please contact Dr. Houston directly to inquire about fees for this service.
Specialization in Health Psychology counseling and coaching
Including weight loss, sleep disorders & other behavioral change for wellness
With a specialization in health psychology counseling and coaching, services with Comprehensive Psychology offers personalized support for individuals seeking to improve their health and wellness. Health psychology services may include brief behavioral “coaching” for forming and reinforcing new habits or deeper insight oriented therapy. All health interventions provided are rooted in evidence-based and behavioral change strategies. Issues commonly addressed include managing stress and work/life balance, weight loss, sleep disorders, reversing unhelpful habits (e.g, smoking, excessive alcohol use or gaming) and general lifestyle changes for improved overall wellness.
caregiver support
Drawing from her extensive experience as a child therapist, Dr. Houston offers parenting support services to provide guidance and resources for caregivers facing challenges related to child-rearing, behavior management and family dynamics. Through individual counseling or brief consultation, she can offer practical strategies and skills to support to parents, grandparents, foster parents, or others as they navigate the joys and challenges of caring for their loved ones.
In addition to those caring for children, these services also include compassionate support for those caring for adult loved ones with special needs, including elders, those experiencing dementia, cognitive disabilities and life affecting mental illness.
consultations and supervision
Dr. Houston is also available to provide professional consultation and supervision services for mental health professionals seeking guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. Whether you're a therapist in training, a seasoned practitioner, or a mental health organization, these services can provide valuable insights, clinical guidance, and support to enhance your practice and professional growth.
Dr. Houston has presented many professional in-service trainings for clinics, residential settings and hospital staff.
Topics requested in the past:
- Mindfulness for Stress Management
- Effective Communication Skills
- Understanding Trauma Informed Care
- Using CBT-I for Sleep Disorders
- Prevention and Resilience for First Responders
- Self Care and Burn Out Prevention
***Coaching, consultation, supervision and in-service presentations fees are cash only and can be negotiated with Dr. Houston.
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Lisa Houston, Ph.D. DBA Comprehensive Psychology Services, LLC
Locations:
Albuquerque, NM
Silver City, NM
(In-person & Telehealth)
Email Address: lisahoustonphd@gmail.com
Call Us Today: (575) 221-0084
