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Dr. Fisher - CHILD and ADULT THERAPY & PARENTING SKILLS INNOVATOR

Welcome to the official website of Dr. Fisher. Dr. Fisher has been in practice as a clinical psychologist since 1983 in Bakersfield, California. His education includes a B.A. cum laude and with Distinction in Psychology from the Ohio State University (OSU), a Masters in Education in Counseling from Kent State University and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP).

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Areas of expertise

  • ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD) Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Depression and Anxiety in Children, Teens, and Adults – Diagnosis and Treatment
  • Cognitive-behavioral techniques such as relaxation, redirection, distraction, self-talk, and positive affirmations to reduce/eliminate symptoms
  • Provide positive bond and attachment
  • Increase safety and security
  • Improve positive emotional functioning and coping mechanisms
  • Identification and resolution of issues underlying symptoms
  • Development of a positive identity
  • Parenting training based on behavioral techniques, logical consequences, and positive reinforcers

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Balanced and Comprehensive Approach:

Positive Esteem Psychotherapy™
- Identify areas of strength
- Increase activity in areas of strength
- Increase motivation, cooperation and hope
Behavior Therapy
- Improve school performance
- Improve behavior and compliance
Empathy Training
Logical Consequences
- Reduce and/or eliminate aggression
- Reduce inappropriate behavior
- Reduce power struggles

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