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Dr. Ayelet Hirshfeld
Psychologist
Dr. Ayelet Hirshfeld is a psychologist practicing in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Hirshfeld specializes in the treatment of health mental problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Hirshfeld evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Hirshfeld 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.
http://www.routledgementalhealth.com/the-emptiness-of-oedipus-9780415608299 Chapter 4: "Variable-length Lacanian analyses and the question of brief analysis" pp. 104-136 RAUL MONCAYO AND AYELET HIRSHFELD
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/e/9781136585265/chapters/10.4324%2F9780203157367-9
Chapter 4: Variable-length Lacanian analyses and the question of brief analysis: Raul Moncayo and Ayelet HirshfeldBy RAUL MONCAYO, AYELET HIRSHFELD
"Brief treatment can be viewed as an ideology of the consumer society of late capitalism. Clients are faced these days with an overwhelming variety of brief therapy products aimed at eliminating specifi c phobias, boosting self-esteem, combating depression, eliminating various addictions, and more. Brief therapy responds to a need to increase access to treatment, provide cost-effective treatments within the managed-care culture, and respond to the requests for evidencebased, effi cient, empirically validated treatments (Levenson, 1995)."
http://www.routledgementalhealth.com/the-emptiness-of-oedipus-9780415608299 Chapter 4: "Variable-length Lacanian analyses and the question of brief analysis" pp. 104-136 RAUL MONCAYO AND AYELET HIRSHFELD
https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/e/9781136585265/chapters/10.4324%2F9780203157367-9
Chapter 4: Variable-length Lacanian analyses and the question of brief analysis: Raul Moncayo and Ayelet HirshfeldBy RAUL MONCAYO, AYELET HIRSHFELD
"Brief treatment can be viewed as an ideology of the consumer society of late capitalism. Clients are faced these days with an overwhelming variety of brief therapy products aimed at eliminating specifi c phobias, boosting self-esteem, combating depression, eliminating various addictions, and more. Brief therapy responds to a need to increase access to treatment, provide cost-effective treatments within the managed-care culture, and respond to the requests for evidencebased, effi cient, empirically validated treatments (Levenson, 1995)."
Dr. Ayelet Hirshfeld
- San Jose, CA
- Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis; Stanford University; California School of Professional Psychology
- Accepting new patients
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I'm having some severe chest pain with anxiety. Is this dangerous? What could it be?
I suggest seeing your medical doctor asap. With anxiety, we always need to rule out other medical conditions. Given you experience severe chest pain, checking in with a medical READ MORE
I suggest seeing your medical doctor asap. With anxiety, we always need to rule out other medical conditions. Given you experience severe chest pain, checking in with a medical provider ASAP to assure it is only anxiety will allow to then discuss coping strategies in psychotherapy.
Nightmares stopped but have returned. What can I do?
Yes, it sounds as a great idea to re-engage in therapy. Years have passed, sometimes anniversary reactions are a trigger, sometimes other stressful life events. I highly encourage READ MORE
Yes, it sounds as a great idea to re-engage in therapy. Years have passed, sometimes anniversary reactions are a trigger, sometimes other stressful life events. I highly encourage you to reengage in psychotherapy at this time.
Good luck,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Good luck,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Can I go to a psychiatrist instead of a psychologist?
When we look back we see that in the late 1890's & early 1900's most mental health providers were in fact physicians. Psychoanalysis was invented by a neurologist, Dr. Freud, Lacan READ MORE
When we look back we see that in the late 1890's & early 1900's most mental health providers were in fact physicians. Psychoanalysis was invented by a neurologist, Dr. Freud, Lacan was himself a psychiatrist. Many psychiatrists are psychoanalytically oriented and provide the "talking cure." Therefore, i believe the most important consideration is not whether it is a psychiatrist or a psychologist, but whom you feel more comfortable speaking to, and feel you have established rapport with.
Do psychologists ever have a "time frame" in mind?
That will depend on the orientation of the psychologist & goals of the client for psychotherapy. Generally, it is a case by case treatment course tailored to the unique needs and READ MORE
That will depend on the orientation of the psychologist & goals of the client for psychotherapy. Generally, it is a case by case treatment course tailored to the unique needs and wishes of each client.
Patient privacy when it's a child being seen
Definitely. Child therapy (not adolescents) heavily depends on parental involvement. Psychologists differ in treatment modality - some engage in parent-child therapy, while others READ MORE
Definitely. Child therapy (not adolescents) heavily depends on parental involvement. Psychologists differ in treatment modality - some engage in parent-child therapy, while others in play or talk therapy with the child (depending on their age) with parent collateral meetings. Either way, you will play an integral part in the success of your child therapy. I encourage you to bring up these questions openly when choosing a psychologist, and make sure that you feel comfortable with their approach.
Good luck,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Good luck,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Depression and Alcohol..Chicken or the egg?
I am very happy for your 6 months sobriety.
Zoloft or any other SSRI may be helpful, as it sounds you have been self-medicating with alcohol for your long standing anxiety READ MORE
I am very happy for your 6 months sobriety.
Zoloft or any other SSRI may be helpful, as it sounds you have been self-medicating with alcohol for your long standing anxiety and depression. As you probably know, while alcohol actually increases anxiety and depression, Zoloft or other SSRIs alleviate both anxiety and depression. I will encourage you to also reach out to a clinical psychologist as psychotherapy is very helpful for treating anxiety and depression.
Sincerely,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Zoloft or any other SSRI may be helpful, as it sounds you have been self-medicating with alcohol for your long standing anxiety and depression. As you probably know, while alcohol actually increases anxiety and depression, Zoloft or other SSRIs alleviate both anxiety and depression. I will encourage you to also reach out to a clinical psychologist as psychotherapy is very helpful for treating anxiety and depression.
Sincerely,
Dr. Hirshfeld
My son has Asperger's Syndrome. How is it treated?
Treatment depends on the theoretical orientation of the provider. Floor time/DIR, has been found to be very helpful in treating Asperger. It will be best to begin by reading about READ MORE
Treatment depends on the theoretical orientation of the provider. Floor time/DIR, has been found to be very helpful in treating Asperger. It will be best to begin by reading about the different approaches, & educating yourself about Asperger. Every child is different, and special in a unique way.
Good luck,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Good luck,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Looking for help with my teenage daughter
I am happy to hear that you have no particular concerns.
Teen years are tough for adults as well:), they often times bring up different issues from the parents' own teen years READ MORE
I am happy to hear that you have no particular concerns.
Teen years are tough for adults as well:), they often times bring up different issues from the parents' own teen years and it may be a good idea for the parent to consult with a psychologist to guide them during this time. It can allow you a sounding board, to know when and if your being overly concerned is justified or no reason for concern.
Teen years are tough for adults as well:), they often times bring up different issues from the parents' own teen years and it may be a good idea for the parent to consult with a psychologist to guide them during this time. It can allow you a sounding board, to know when and if your being overly concerned is justified or no reason for concern.
How important is having friends?
I will trust your intuition on this. Friends serve as an important support system, especially during adolescence and yes, I definitely think that seeing a clinical psychologist READ MORE
I will trust your intuition on this. Friends serve as an important support system, especially during adolescence and yes, I definitely think that seeing a clinical psychologist is a good idea.
My son watches the same movie over and over
I understand your concern. Some children feel reassured by the same stimuli, does he watch it when he is tired or randomly throughout the day? Are there any other répétitive behaviors, READ MORE
I understand your concern. Some children feel reassured by the same stimuli, does he watch it when he is tired or randomly throughout the day? Are there any other répétitive behaviors, such as répétitive play or repeating same sequence of words, or reciting portions of books or songs? To be able to better answer your question, I will need more information.
Kindly,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Kindly,
Dr. Hirshfeld
Dealing with pain anxiety depression
I am sorry for your pain. It seems that you suffer from great anxiety which contributes to some of the somatic complaints you mention as well as from depressed mood. I would recommend READ MORE
I am sorry for your pain. It seems that you suffer from great anxiety which contributes to some of the somatic complaints you mention as well as from depressed mood. I would recommend adding psychotherapy, "talk therapy" which has been found very helpful for pain management, anxiety & depression. Allowing the body to "speak its pain" offers great support & symptom relief on top of medications. I hope that you find a Dr that "gets you" and your pain and frustration soon. Sincerely, Dr. Hirshfeld
How to deal with the anxiety of getting cancer?
I am very sorry for your loss. Dealing with loss of loved ones takes time, and can include various reactions such as great sadness, anxiety, psychosomatic reactions, panic attacks READ MORE
I am very sorry for your loss. Dealing with loss of loved ones takes time, and can include various reactions such as great sadness, anxiety, psychosomatic reactions, panic attacks and others. They are best worked through in psychotherapy, or as we call it "talk therapy" where we get a chance to process and work through the loss. This is often followed by great symptom relief. Respectfully, Dr. Hirshfeld
