Ellen Schecter PhD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

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Specialties
 
In addition to my general practice [see below], there are certain areas that I have chosen to specialize in. This means I have had, and I continue to receive, specialized education and training to stay on top of the "state-of-the-art" in knowledge about, and ways to address, such issues. These areas of expertise include:
   
  • Sexual orientation and identity-- a particular interest of mine [see Publications page], includes questioning, exploring, addressing stigma, negotiating gay, lesbian, bisexual, and other non-heterosexual orientations and identities 

 

  • Gender identity-- includes gender questioning, gender expression, transition, identity, and addressing transgender-related stigma

 

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    Couples and relationships-- includes communication, partnering styles, and conflict resolution for different-sex, same-sex, and mixed-orientation (gay/straight) couples.

 

  • Women's issues-- includes self-esteem, assertiveness, codependency, boundary issues, identity 
 
 
General Practice Areas
 
People come to me for help with a variety of issues that are troubling them. Some of these include:
  • Depression
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Grief and loss
  • Life transitions
  • Relationship distress
  • Recovery from childhood trauma, neglect, abandonment

 

 

Corporate Services

 

I'm an experienced speaker and am available for presentations on different wellness-related subjects. I also provide onsite clinical services as needed. 

 

 Presentations

  • Avoiding burnout
  • Recognizing real depression
  • Workaholism
  • Perfectionism
  • Procrastination
  • "Type A" personalities
  • Difficulty delegating
  • Worklife balance

 

Onsite Clinical Services

  • Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
  • Downsizing support