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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

What causes depression during seasonal changes?

A good resource link on this is:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20364651

How does depression affect confidence?

The following link will provide you some insight to your question:

https://psychcentral.com/blog/8-suggestions-for-strengthening-self-esteem-when-you-have-depression/

How can I overcome manic depression?

A good resource is the following link:
https://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/bipolar-disorder-manic-depression#1

Why does depression have a genetic factor?

The following links should provide you good insight into your question: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6065213/ https://www.verywellmind.com/is-depression-genetic-1067317 READ MORE
The following links should provide you good insight into your question:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6065213/

https://www.verywellmind.com/is-depression-genetic-1067317

Do my partner and I need relationship counseling?

These links will help you address this question: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201203/5-principles-effective-couples-therapy https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/resolution-not-conflict/201203/couples-therapy-the-four-questions READ MORE
These links will help you address this question:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201203/5-principles-effective-couples-therapy

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/resolution-not-conflict/201203/couples-therapy-the-four-questions

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

Review this link:
https://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/detecting-depression#1
Bring in a journal that includes when, how long, and level of intensity

Are there dating groups for people with anxiety?

This link is a good resource for you to use:
https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad

What can I do to help me overcome depression?

This link should provide you some insight:

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/depression/coping-with-depression.htm/


Dr. David J. Koehn

Do we need marriage counseling?

The simple answer is it could be helpful and worth the effort if both of yiou care enough to try. The following link is interesting as it relates to having marriage difficulties. https://marriagemax.com/7-secrets/marriage-counseling-alternative/?gclid=CjwKCAjw-OHkBRBkEiwAoOZqlwmFapOUj909KKNGJRXphqiKhpeQOlicmgJeb-IVvK3UtTWx9FCHXRoC1igQAvD_BwE READ MORE
The simple answer is it could be helpful and worth the effort if both of yiou care enough to try.
The following link is interesting as it relates to having marriage difficulties.
https://marriagemax.com/7-secrets/marriage-counseling-alternative/?gclid=CjwKCAjw-OHkBRBkEiwAoOZqlwmFapOUj909KKNGJRXphqiKhpeQOlicmgJeb-IVvK3UtTWx9FCHXRoC1igQAvD_BwE

What is generalized anxiety disorder?

This link will provide you insight into GAD
https://adaa.org/understanding-anxiety/generalized-anxiety-disorder-gad

Is there a difference between psychoanalysis and psychology?

Take a look at this link - will be helpful in addressing your question: http://www.lacanonline.com/index/2010/10/what-does-psychoanalysis-have-to-do-with-psychology/ Also, READ MORE
Take a look at this link - will be helpful in addressing your question:

http://www.lacanonline.com/index/2010/10/what-does-psychoanalysis-have-to-do-with-psychology/

Also, this link helps differentiate psychoanalysis and psychotherapy:

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/headshrinkers-guide-the-galaxy/201706/the-difference-between-psychoanalysis-and-psychotherapy

Should my son be going to counseling for schizophrenia?

The simple answer is yes. This link will provide some info on psychtherapy.
https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/schizophrenia-therapy#1

Can a divorce drive people toward alcoholism?

Seek professional help from a psychologist or therapist to help you deal with the divorce using healthy coping strategies

Are eating disorders a psychological issue or physical disease?

This link will be helpful in addressing your question:

https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/

Should my friend go to therapy after father's death?

The following link will be helpful to your friend: https://www.fatherly.com/health-science/parent-death-psychological-physical-effects/ And yes he should seek out help through READ MORE
The following link will be helpful to your friend:
https://www.fatherly.com/health-science/parent-death-psychological-physical-effects/
And yes he should seek out help through therapy.

Should my child attend our divorce counseling sessions?

Counseling for your son is important. See this link for insights as you proceed through this divorce process. http://www.divorcestatistics.info/what-is-divorce-counseling.html READ MORE
Counseling for your son is important. See this link for insights as you proceed through this divorce process.
http://www.divorcestatistics.info/what-is-divorce-counseling.html

Why does autism affect speech?

The following link will provide some insight into your question:

https://iancommunity.org/cs/articles/speech_and_language_problems

Do couples who undergo behavior therapy stay together?

This link will be helpful in answering your question:

https://healthfully.com/279898-what-is-the-success-rate-of-marriage-counseling.html

What are natural remedies for depression?

Go to Dr. Amen's site and take the Brain Type assessment. Read your report. He is a big proponent of natural supplements, which he will suggest.

How can one control anger?

Three immediate go-to techniques are: 4-step deep breathing; progressive muscle relaxation; and creating a safe place. Deep breathe link is: https://www.webmd.com/parenting/raising-fit-kids/recharge/how-to-deep-breathe#1 For READ MORE
Three immediate go-to techniques are: 4-step deep breathing; progressive muscle relaxation; and creating a safe place.
Deep breathe link is: https://www.webmd.com/parenting/raising-fit-kids/recharge/how-to-deep-breathe#1
For muscle tension reduction, the link is: https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/muscle-relaxation-for-stress-insomnia
For creating a safe place, the link is: https://www.wikihow.com/Create-a-Safe-Place i

It is always good to nip anger problems, so seeing a therapist who has experience in anger management would be good.