Individual Counseling helps you gain insight into your problems and can help you learn new coping strategies.

Couples Counseling allows two people to communicate in a safe environment while negotiating needs and building a healthy partnership.

When Counseling Might Help

• When you are stuck and nothing you do seems to resolve your problems.
• When your behavior is causing physical or emotional harm to yourself or those you love.
• When you are not enjoying life like you used to.
• When you feel you have no one who cares about you.
• When you feel hopeless about the future.
• When you can't seem to make your relationships work.
• When you worry all the time.
• When you're angry.
• When you're stressed or overwhelmed.
• When you're sad and you don't know why.
• When you're not getting the things you want out of life.

Psychological Evaluation

Dr. Lucas also provides psychological assessment and evaluation for a variety of purposes, including medical procedures such as bariatric surgery, educational planning, and some court proceedings.  This might include the use of diagnostic interview, psychological testing, and/or observations.  If you require a psychiatric medical examination, Dr. Lucas can refer you to a physician.  Contact Dr. Lucas for more information or to discuss your needs.