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Dr. David J. Koehn, Ph.D.

Psychologist

Dr. David Koehn is a psychologist practicing in Fort Myers, FL. Dr. Koehn specializes in the treatment of mental health problems and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Koehn evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Koehn because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. As a psychologist, he may perform a variety of assessments to diagnose a mental condition as well as formulate a treatment plan. Current insurance programs include Aetna Behavioral Health, Medicare, WEBTPA, Tri-Care, Multi-Plan, and currently being considered by United Health Care-Behavioral Health and Blue Cross/Blue Shield. He has active licenses in the States of FL, NC, and WY. He contracts with ComPsych for EAP and IMCS for WC.
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51 years Experience
Dr. David J. Koehn, Ph.D.
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  • Psychologist
  • Fort Myers, Florida
  • University of Notre Dame
  • Accepting new patients

How can I help someone with manic depression?

See this link for some advice.
https://www.healthline.com/health/bipolar-disorder/caregiver-support

Also.
http://ibpf.org/article/11-ways-support-someone-during-mania

Do antidepressants work for anxiety?

Take a look at this link.
https://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/qa/how-are-antidepressants-used-to-treat-generalized-anxiety-disorder

What is the difference between everyday and geriatric depression?

Take a look at this link. https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/elderly https://consultgeri.org/try-this/general-assessment/issue-4.pdf Also, for general depression take READ MORE
Take a look at this link.
https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/elderly
https://consultgeri.org/try-this/general-assessment/issue-4.pdf

Also, for general depression take a look at:
http://dailyhealthlifestyles.com/9-5-2016-11-early-signs-of-depression/?utm_source=depression&utm_medium=depressionsigns&utm_campaign=bing

Why does my mood change all the time?

See if this link provides you some insight;
https://www.goodhealth.com.au/239/general-health/15-common-causes-of-mood-swings/

How are you tested for depression?

Here is a quick assessment for screening for depression. https://www.e-counseling.com/certified-depression-quiz/?imt=1 If you score high go see a therapist trained in depression READ MORE
Here is a quick assessment for screening for depression.
https://www.e-counseling.com/certified-depression-quiz/?imt=1

If you score high go see a therapist trained in depression for further analysis.

What are natural methods to treat anxiety disorder?

See this link.
https://healthtian.com/top-5-natural-methods-to-treat-anxiety/
As well as.
https://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20669377,00.html

What triggers bipolar disorder?

Take a peak at this link.
https://bipolarcaregivers.org/treatment-and-management/common-bipolar-triggers

Who do you see for depression?

A combination of psychologist and psychiatrist who can work together as a team.

Do tricyclic antidepressants cause eye pigmentation?

Take a look at this link - some info concerning your question:

https://www.naturaleyecare.com/FAQ/questions-about-drugs-that-harm-eyes.asp

What treatments exist for compulsive skin pickers?

This link may help address your question:

https://ocdla.com/compulsiveskinpicking

How can I treat my depression?

Here is a link that can be helpful. https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/self-help-guide-to-depression Also, consider seeing a therapist experienced in treating depression. READ MORE
Here is a link that can be helpful.
https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/self-help-guide-to-depression

Also, consider seeing a therapist experienced in treating depression.

How long usually is treatment for depression?

This link will be helpful:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK63757/

Also, take a look at this one, too:
https://articles.mercola.com/depression/duration.aspx

How do you deal with a binge eating disorder?

A good beginning to look at is: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/binge-eating-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353627 Also look at this one: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/binge-eating-disorder READ MORE
A good beginning to look at is:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/binge-eating-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20353627
Also look at this one:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/binge-eating-disorder

Addiction to anti-anxiety pills?

Take a peak at this link. http://www.gettranquilene.com/offer1a.php?msclkid=8f1d0713661b19ad3c1d5a4ed1a08d2d&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Tranquilene%202.0&utm_term=treatments%20for%20anxiety&utm_content=Anxiety%20Treatment Also READ MORE
Take a peak at this link.
http://www.gettranquilene.com/offer1a.php?msclkid=8f1d0713661b19ad3c1d5a4ed1a08d2d&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Tranquilene%202.0&utm_term=treatments%20for%20anxiety&utm_content=Anxiety%20Treatment

Also go to this link:
https://www.apa.org/helpcenter/anxiety

Is binge eating a mental illness?

This site will address your question:

https://www.bustle.com/articles/72927-is-binge-eating-a-mental-illness-5-facts-about-the-disorder-you-should-know

What can I do about my panic attacks?

This site will get you jump started. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/coping-with-panic-attacks/ Also consider purchasing Anxiety and Phobia workbook by READ MORE
This site will get you jump started.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/coping-with-panic-attacks/

Also consider purchasing Anxiety and Phobia workbook by Bourne 6th edition.

My adult son is obese and will not leave the house?

See if this link helps him get moving in the right direction. https://thoughtcatalog.com/wayne-wax/2014/05/the-5-best-reasons-to-get-fat/ Also take a look at this site for some READ MORE
See if this link helps him get moving in the right direction.
https://thoughtcatalog.com/wayne-wax/2014/05/the-5-best-reasons-to-get-fat/

Also take a look at this site for some thoughts.
http://dailyhealthlifestyles.com/20-facts-about-obesity/?utm_source=obesity&utm_medium=%E2%80%8Bobesityfacts&utm_campaign=bing

Have him see a MH professional specializing in dealing with obesity.

Is there a difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack?

This link should help you address your question:
www.panicattacksdisorder.org/anxiety-attack-versus-panic-attack

What are the symptoms of depression?

See this link:
dailyhealthlifestyles.com/9-5-2016-11-early-signs-of-depression/?utm_source=symptoms%20of%20depression&utm_medium=depressionsigns&utm_campaign=bing

Is it healthy to treat depression with pain medication?

See if this link helps:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/depression/expert-answers/pain-and-depression/faq-20057823