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Gerilyn Worthy

Psychologist

Dr. Gerilyn Worthy is a psychologist practicing in Ponte Vedra, FL. Dr. Worthy specializes in the treatment of health mental problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Worthy evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Worthy 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.
Gerilyn Worthy
  • Ponte Vedra, FL
  • Tuskegee University
  • Accepting new patients

Should I go to a doctor for a panic attack?

If you are having panic attacks daily, you should get therapeutic support and go to your doctor. It may help to seek a psychiatrist, but you can get support from your primary care READ MORE
If you are having panic attacks daily, you should get therapeutic support and go to your doctor. It may help to seek a psychiatrist, but you can get support from your primary care physician while you wait for mental care availability. Your panic is unlikely to resolve itself. Support to recognize the sources of anxiety and/or stress can help you overcome this hurdle.

No change after OCD medication?

Medication is only part of the solution for treatment obsessive compulsive disorder. OCD is best addressed when the person experiencing symptoms is regularly receiving therapeutic READ MORE
Medication is only part of the solution for treatment obsessive compulsive disorder. OCD is best addressed when the person experiencing symptoms is regularly receiving therapeutic support in addition to medication management. If your GP/PCP is prescribing your medication, consider finding a psychiatric that specializes in your condition and enlisting the support of a clinical psychologist to treat the emotional and behavioral components of the disorder.