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Dr. David J. Koehn Ph.D. is a top Psychologist in Fort Myers, FL. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. David J. Koehn Ph.D. is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. David J. Koehn Ph.D. is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. David J. Koehn Ph.D. is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Fort Myers, Florida, Dr. David J. Koehn Ph.D. is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.

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45 years Experience

Dr. David J. Koehn, Ph.D.

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Fort Myers, Florida
University of Notre Dame
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Chapter 11 My Professional Life Reflections on Some Key Mental Health Perspectives from my unpublished manuscript entitled Carpe Diem - Seize the D...

My Professional Life Reflections on Some Key Mental Health Perspectives“Chapter 11”A Potpourri of Ideas Importance of Communications Throughout my experiences as a clinical psychologist,...

Coping - By David J. Koehn, PhD

Every human being has the natural instinct to want to survive. Each one of us seeks out pleasure and attempts to avoid displeasure. When things become uncomfortable we do anything...

Helpful, Hopeful, and Purposeful - By David J. Koehn, PhD

Ever feel like you have nothing to live for? You cannot seem to be able to do anything. You are helpless. You see no way forward. You have no hope for the future. You get...

Chapter Ten - My Marriage Life from the unpublished book Carpe Diem (Seize the Day) My Mental Health Experiences

My Married LifeChapter 10Family Makes A DifferenceTHE SIGNIFICANCE OF BEING CONNECTEDI have been married twice, both for over twenty years, and have found family to be of utmost...

Chapter Nine - My Sports Life From My Unpublished Manuscript, Carpe Diem (Seize the Day): A Treatise of My Mental Health Experiences

Being in the ZoneI cannot remember when I have not been involved with sports. My two oldest brothers even when I could barely walk would carry me around when playing football...

Chapter Eight My Private Industry/Contractor Life from Unpublished manuscript "Carpe Diem" Seize the Day

Chapter 8My Private Industry/Contractor LifeFutility at its Best Being lured away from the Federal Government to work in the private sector for a contractor seemed exciting at...

Chapter Five from Carpe Diem - Seize the Day, a Treatise on my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter FiveMy Substance Abuse – Dual Diagnosis LifeNot an Oxymoron But What a “Casino” (Italian for FU)” I spent about a year working the roles of program director, clinical...

Chapter Seven: My Public Service Experience (Federal/State), from Carpe Diem - My Mental Health Experiences

Chapter 7My Public Service Life (Federal/State)A Revelation of Mediocrity There are two facets of my federal public life that need to be told. One is working full-time for...

Chapter Six from Carpe Diem - Seize the Day, Treatise on my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter 6My Private Practice Life“A Very Rewarding Personal Experience” I have dabbled in private practice my whole life, but have spent most of my time doing it since I...

Chapter One, My Home Life, from Carpe Diem - Seize the Day, a Treatise on my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter OneMy Home Life – Looking Through a Concave or Convex Mirror? INSIGHT – “IS THE ANGEL UNAWARE, UNAWARE” I woke up one morning, one which did not appear any different...

Chapter Two - My Education Life from my unpublished manuscript Carpe Diem "Seize the Day" A treatise of my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter Two, My Education Life, from Carpe Diem - Seize the Day, a Treatise on my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter TwoMy Education Life“All I Care Is You Do Your Best” I, like many, attended kindergarten, went to grade school (catholic), public high school, completed college and...

Carpe Diem - Seize the Day ... A Treatise of my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter Three, My Prison Life, from Carpe Diem - Seize the Day, a Treatise on my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter Three from Unpublished Manuscript entitled Carpe Diem – Seize the DayByDr. David KoehnMy Prison LifeRehabilitation - An Oxymoron As a licensed clinical therapist I was...

Chapter Four, My Developmental Disability Life, from Carpe Diem - Seize the Day, a Treatise on my Mental Health Experiences

Chapter FourMy Developmental Disability LifeTruly, Individuals that Are “Handicapable”Most of my formative years (first 15 years) as a professional were spent working in the field...

Weight loss hypnosis?

This link will help guide you in your decision. http://www.oprah.com/health/hypnosis-for-weight-loss-can-hypnosis-help-you-lose-weight/all In my practice I use a form of self-hypnosis READ MORE

This link will help guide you in your decision.
http://www.oprah.com/health/hypnosis-for-weight-loss-can-hypnosis-help-you-lose-weight/all
In my practice I use a form of self-hypnosis using a deep stare of relaxation process.

Is Talkspace actually effective?

I do not know much about it, but it says it costs $49 per week. Try buying the Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Bourne Sixth edition - reasonable cost. Download a free mindfulness READ MORE

I do not know much about it, but it says it costs $49 per week. Try buying the Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Bourne Sixth edition - reasonable cost. Download a free mindfulness app like One Giant Mind. See if the techniques and tactics offered help you before you go this route.

What causes hallucinations?

This link will provide you some insight: https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/what-are-hallucinations#1 He should see a medical doctor first to rule out some physiological.medical READ MORE

This link will provide you some insight:
https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/what-are-hallucinations#1
He should see a medical doctor first to rule out some physiological.medical issue first.

When should I seek anger management?

This link will be helpful: https://www.activebeat.com/your-health/dont-let-anger-ruin-your-health/?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=bing&utm_campaign=AB_BNG_US_DESK-SyndicatedSearch&utm_content=s_c_1187473154263502&cus_widget=kwd-74217136569877:loc-190&utm_term=manage%20anger&cus_teaser=&msclkid=18d18201280b1adda597de6bf2ee8667 Simple READ MORE

This link will be helpful:

https://www.activebeat.com/your-health/dont-let-anger-ruin-your-health/?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=bing&utm_campaign=AB_BNG_US_DESK-SyndicatedSearch&utm_content=s_c_1187473154263502&cus_widget=kwd-74217136569877:loc-190&utm_term=manage%20anger&cus_teaser=&msclkid=18d18201280b1adda597de6bf2ee8667

Simple answer is yes.

Daughter's first break-up, how do I help her?

This link should be helpful.
https://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1071868/teens-and-breakups/

Does cognitive behavior therapy help couples?

You might find this link helpful: http://www.abct.org/Information/?fa=fs_MARITAL_DISTRESS In my experience, CBT is helpful. I use a holistic and systems approach to therapy connecting READ MORE

You might find this link helpful:
http://www.abct.org/Information/?fa=fs_MARITAL_DISTRESS
In my experience, CBT is helpful. I use a holistic and systems approach to therapy connecting the dots and using a variety of tactics to help the marriage.

Why am I dreaming about teeth?

Got to the following link. http://www.teethfallingoutdream.org/
It has some reasonable thinking about what thus means.

Would an absent father affect my daughter's mental health?

Go to this link to get this source. https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Absentee-Father-Transcript-Events-ebook/dp/B07B9R4CV9/ref=sr_1_2/143-4975369-0127255?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1549583134&sr=1-2&keywords=absentee+fathers Should READ MORE

How successful is marriage counseling?

Marriage counseling can be very successful. If both of you desire to want to have a healthy relationship then such counseling will be value added. Seek out based on you description, READ MORE

Marriage counseling can be very successful. If both of you desire to want to have a healthy relationship then such counseling will be value added. Seek out based on you description, a licensed psychologist or therapist who is experienced in dealing with communication issues. A good resource starting point is the most current version of the book, Messages by McKay et. al.

Does depression have an effects on sleep?

This link will help you answer this question:
https://www.healthline.com/health/vivid-dreams-causes

What is family-based therapy like for eating disorders?

Family Therapy views the disorder as a systems issue and looks at solutions that build synergy and do not have negative interaction effects. Typically a holistic therapy approach READ MORE

Family Therapy views the disorder as a systems issue and looks at solutions that build synergy and do not have negative interaction effects. Typically a holistic therapy approach using a combination of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectic behavior therapy (DBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

What can I do for my porn addiction?

See a specialist in sex therapy who is a licensed psychologist and certified to treat sex issues.

When is it the right time to talk to my daughter about sex?

Absolutely. Also, search out in your area for church or social groups that have a sex education class/workshop/meeting group and both you as parents and your daughter get involved. READ MORE

Absolutely. Also, search out in your area for church or social groups that have a sex education class/workshop/meeting group and both you as parents and your daughter get involved.

Can my teenager benefit from therapy?

The answer is yes. Take a look at Dr. Amen's approach to ADD, I believe you will find it value-added.

Does psychoanalysis help with depression?

I believe you will find this link helpful in answering this question: https://www.verywellmind.com/who-discovered-depression-1066770?utm_term=depression+psychoanalysis&utm_content=p1-main-4-title&utm_medium=sem&utm_source=msn_s&utm_campaign=adid-55b80b03-2e4f-4866-a882-119ddd248fea-0-ab_mse_ocode-603429&ad=semD&an=msn_s&am=exact&q=depression+psychoanalysis&o=603429&qsrc=999&l=sem&askid=55b80b03-2e4f-4866-a882-119ddd248fea-0-ab_mse READ MORE

I believe you will find this link helpful in answering this question:

https://www.verywellmind.com/who-discovered-depression-1066770?utm_term=depression+psychoanalysis&utm_content=p1-main-4-title&utm_medium=sem&utm_source=msn_s&utm_campaign=adid-55b80b03-2e4f-4866-a882-119ddd248fea-0-ab_mse_ocode-603429&ad=semD&an=msn_s&am=exact&q=depression+psychoanalysis&o=603429&qsrc=999&l=sem&askid=55b80b03-2e4f-4866-a882-119ddd248fea-0-ab_mse

I think I need to talk to someone about my depression. Where should I go?

Seek out a therapist who is experienced in treating depression. He/She will know best course of action based on his/her assessment. Talking to friends and establishing a support READ MORE

Seek out a therapist who is experienced in treating depression. He/She will know best course of action based on his/her assessment. Talking to friends and establishing a support group is helpful. Eat a healthy diet and try to aerobically exercise everyday. If your energy is low, break the activity into baby steps until you can at least do a part of the exercise.

Drinking himself into unconsciousness

Make sure he is still attending regularly AA and has a sponsor. Consider looking for an Intensive Outpatient (IOP) service in the area you live and have him attend. Remember READ MORE

Make sure he is still attending regularly AA and has a sponsor. Consider looking for an Intensive Outpatient (IOP) service in the area you live and have him attend. Remember there will always be bumps in the road but they must be dealt with head on. Once IOP is accomplished, make sure he attends outpatient service - see a psychologist experienced in addiction and psych-therapy. This is a life long commitment on his part and your ever vigilance to keep him on target. Hopefully therapy can help him be authentic and honest...