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David B. Brockway

Councelor/Therapist

Dr. David Brockway is a psychologist practicing in Williston, Vermont. Dr. Brockway specializes in the treatment of health mental problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Brockway evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Brockway because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. Psychologists may perform a variety of exams and assessments to diagnose a mental condition.
David B. Brockway
  • Seminole, FL
  • Psy.D at Walden University
  • Accepting new patients

What is causing my disturbing thoughts?

Focus yourself on being good whenever this happens and either go see a therapist or make sure you don’t act upon that. Know it is very wrong and everyone suffers, even you! Learn READ MORE
Focus yourself on being good whenever this happens and either go see a therapist or make sure you don’t act upon that. Know it is very wrong and everyone suffers, even you! Learn to not feel sorry for yourself and not to take things so personal.

What is autism spectrum disorder?

Basically it can depend on the child or sex. Having a daughter is actually better than a son because males are more subsection to a more defined type. They usually are not social READ MORE
Basically it can depend on the child or sex. Having a daughter is actually better than a son because males are more subsection to a more defined type. They usually are not social and don’t do normal activities and their emotional status is different. Just let them know that they are loved and helped by you and let them experience a normal lifestyle. It will be harder than normal but they were put there for a reason and you had them for a reason. Love them

Why does my sister get so angry at times?

Yes that would be good. There are a few reasons for that and a good therapist might be able to help for sure. It’s getting her to go see one

Are there dating groups for people with anxiety?

Not that I know of. Odd question and the anxiety needs to be resolved instead of finding others like that, sorry

Should we go to counseling before getting divorced?

That is entirely up to the both of you. If you both decided to go separate ways then the bond is already broken and life goes on as they say. Divorce is not the end of life. It READ MORE
That is entirely up to the both of you. If you both decided to go separate ways then the bond is already broken and life goes on as they say. Divorce is not the end of life. It is only a path to pave a direction for a new beginning.

What can I do for my child with suicidal thoughts?

Try to make her take her medication or be willing to try to get her different ones if those medications bother her. She will most likely get worse and usually by hanging out with READ MORE
Try to make her take her medication or be willing to try to get her different ones if those medications bother her. She will most likely get worse and usually by hanging out with the wrong people, and feeling sorry for herself, etc

How effective is behavioral therapy for aggressive behavior?

Depends on the therapist. And how much you are willing to change

Does stress cause your eyes to twitch?

Either change your job/career or lifestyle or change your way of thinking and believing

Are nightmares a sign of stress?

Yes and no. Insecurities are another reason, problems at home or work, etc

What are the psychological effects of using a wheelchair?

All depends on the person. Sometimes we don’t get many choices so we need to deal with the changes in our lives.

Why is my teenager so aggressive with me?

He is changing to become his own boss and king of his area. This happens to many so we can make decisions eventually to be on our own. Just try not to argue and let them know how READ MORE
He is changing to become his own boss and king of his area. This happens to many so we can make decisions eventually to be on our own. Just try not to argue and let them know how life and being on your own can be difficult but when he makes the decision you and your husband will always be there for him. Give him a little freedom for now and let him be an adult with freedom and responsibilities

Can children have depression?

Children do things because of their home life and social life. If she has siblings then give her the attention she needs. Easy as that. She is only 6 and we all need love and attention READ MORE
Children do things because of their home life and social life. If she has siblings then give her the attention she needs. Easy as that. She is only 6 and we all need love and attention

What tests diagnose an anxiety disorder?

Just bring her to a therapist. Forget about testing. You can go online and google that and some test may come up but a therapist can do wonders for some

How can I overcome manic depression?

Yes and you need it and need to want to change and get better

How does depression affect confidence?

When we get in a rut and negativity haunts us left and right we get depressed and then find reasons for it to keep happening. We need to fight for it and not give up the fight READ MORE
When we get in a rut and negativity haunts us left and right we get depressed and then find reasons for it to keep happening. We need to fight for it and not give up the fight to change things for us

What causes depression during seasonal changes?

Environment and social structures and others can change someone’s persona and basically because some don’t like changes and out of comfort zones. But we all learn from getting READ MORE
Environment and social structures and others can change someone’s persona and basically because some don’t like changes and out of comfort zones. But we all learn from getting out of our comfort zone

How do I prepare to speak to a psychologist about my depression?

Tell the psychologist or therapist that you would like to tell and describe your issues. They will or should listen. They might ask questions about them but will go over everything READ MORE
Tell the psychologist or therapist that you would like to tell and describe your issues. They will or should listen. They might ask questions about them but will go over everything with you.

Can a general practitioner diagnose depression?

Well they may or may not. Just ask.

Are there natural treatments for OCD?

Not necessarily. Psychotherapy is the best solution

How do I approach my son about his eating disorder?

Yes wrestling will do that. It’s all about being in a certain weight class. He will be fine. He has to or not be on any team. Let him get it out of his system, that’s all