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Tricare Counseling for Depression

Tricare Counseling for Depression

Tricare counseling for depression in Jacksonville, Florida is available at the D’Arienzo Psychological Group. Our psychology practice specializes in the treatment of military members and their families who suffer from depression as a result of life stressors, deployments, family separations, loss, post partum depression, chronic pain conditions and other other related health disorders. Dr. D’Arienzo, a former active duty psychologist, Mr. Alan Lipzin, a Jacksonville Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ms. Patti Griffis, a Jacksonville Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Mr. Joe Zichi, a Jacksonville Licensed Clinical Social Worker have extensive experience in helping this population to cope with depression.

Seeking counseling for depression is often a formidable task. Many people worry about the stigma associated with mental health counseling and psychotherapy. Those suffering from depression are often unaware that they are not the only ones suffering from depression. In fact experiencing depression or depressive symptoms is often a normal experience through the life span. Fortunately effective help is available in the form of cognitive behavioral therapy. Research suggests that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an effective treatment for mild to moderate depression with and without medication. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is usually a great fit for military members as it solution focused and typically a brief form of psychotherapy and or psychological counseling.

Tricare and Value Options ensure that Tricare beneficiries receive counseling for depression in the form of cognitive behavioral therapy.

Get CBT for Depression Today! Tricare Counseling for Depression is Available. Contact Us for Help at 904-379-8094.

 

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MMPI Testing is Important for All Armed Security Officers

In today’s world, security guards play a vital role in safeguarding people, properties, and organizations. While many states have specific requirements for physical fitness and background checks, psychological fitness and suitability often get overlooked. A comprehensive psychological evaluation, including the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI), is essential to ensure that security personnel are mentally and emotionally equipped to handle their duties. Even in states where psychological testing isn’t mandatory, these evaluations should still be conducted. Here’s why every security guard, regardless of legal requirements, should undergo MMPI testing and other psychological assessments. Dr. Justin D’Arienzo is a national leader in armed security MMPI Testing and Psychological Evaluations and welcomes the opportunity to work with your organization. Note that these evaluations should be a two pronged approach assessing for both psychological fitness and psychological suitability. Evaluations can be tailored to your company’s specific needs. 

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Biden Anxiety and Dementia

Whether Republican or Democrat, President Joe Biden’s behavior on camera is concerning to most causing anxiety about whether he should either be the Democratic candidate or about who Former President, Donald Trump, will be running against in November 2024. It’s also concerning that Biden may have lost insight about his own abilities due to his cognitive decline. As a public service announcement, I have provided information below about dementia as well as the lack of insight into one’s own symptoms that often accompanies dementia and other cognitive disorders. Then, I discuss the difference between dementia and the normal aging process. 

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Psychological Traits for Armed Guards and Law Enforcement Officers

Key Psychological and Physical Traits Essential for Armed Guards and Law Enforcement Officers: For armed guards and law enforcement officers, certain psychological and physical traits are critical for ensuring effective performance and maintaining public safety. Proficiency in these traits is supported by recent studies in psychology and security, providing insights into the best practices for training and operation in these fields. Dr. D’Arienzo employs psychological testing such as the MMPI-3, California Psychological Inventory, and a Psychological Interview to assist agencies and companies in identifying psychologically fit and suitable armed and unarmed officers. Contact us today at 904-379-8094 or at [email protected]. Dr. D’Arienzo, a Navy Veteran, is licensed in Florida, New Mexico, and Texas has reciprocity in most states to provides these services. 

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