Overall, 1 in 6 men have experienced some form of unwanted or abusive sexual encounter before age 18. Males also make up 10% of the total population of those who have experienced sexual abuse. However, this percentage could be higher due to men not disclosing their experience. Dr. Walford prepares clinicians on how to work […]
Clinical Vignette Jasmine, a 22-year-old single woman, presents to you for a comprehensive psychological evaluation at the recommendation of her social services caseworker. The caseworker noted that Jasmine was having difficulty maintaining steady employment in the customer service industry because of verbal outbursts as well as a chronic pain condition and insomnia, both of which […]
Clinical Vignette Mr. Jon is a middle-aged male firefighter who is recommended to psychotherapy by his captain. His presenting concern is escalating marital relationship problems. He appears guarded, offering limited elaborations and manifesting low emotional expressivity. Mr. Jon reports a recent driving while intoxicated (DWI) arrest and describes “totaling” his new pick-up truck after crossing […]
Vignette Alexis, a 21-year-old female, arrives in your office complaining of intense sensitivity and extreme reactions to certain sounds. She was previously diagnosed with major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. At age 15, she was diagnosed with a chronic physical health condition. Around the same time, Alexis began to experience intense emotional distress in […]
Clinical Vignette Eva is a 21-year-old transgender individual, assigned as male at birth, who has been hospitalized at your facility after a suicide attempt. You have been assigned to provide psychological input for her discharge plan. She reports using alcohol since middle school to manage social anxiety and feelings of alienation. In college, she self-identified […]
Clinical Vignette Jane is a 65-year-old woman seeking treatment for symptoms of anxiety and depression that have become unmanageable. She has suffered from generalized anxiety and persistent depression throughout her life. Her symptoms worsened as she faced retirement and adjusted to the challenges related to aging, such as loneliness, financial worries, and increasing health concerns. […]
Clinical Vignette Alyssa, a single mother living in a rural setting, arrives requesting help with her two daughters (ages 5 and 8). Both children reportedly experience nightmares, anxiety attacks, frequent temper tantrums, and significant difficulties regulating their emotions. These symptoms have impaired their ability to sleep, complete their schoolwork, and complete age-appropriate household tasks. Alyssa […]
Abstract You have been practicing via telepsychology means for the last 11 months. You made a practice announcement a couple months ago that you would begin seeing vaccinated patients about a month after you yourself are vaccinated. It is time to begin discussing with your patients the option of returning to in-person, office-based care. You […]
Clinical Vignette Don, a 34-year-old White male, was referred to you by his disability case manager for a psychological evaluation. He resides in a group facility for individuals who suffer from mental illness and chemical dependency following a two-week stay in a psychiatric hospital. Don tells you he was diagnosed with ADHD as a child […]
Vignettes Tom Groves, PhD, is a 55-year-old clinical psychologist who has maintained a successful private practice in a medium-sized metropolitan area for 25 years. Over his career he has seen a handful of suicidal patients, but now he does not want to see any suicidal patients. To this end, he has developed an intake process […]