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Dr. David J. Koehn, Ph.D.

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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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  • Fort Myers, Florida
  • University of Notre Dame
  • Accepting new patients

Can chronic pain lead to depression?

This link may be helpful in answering your question:

https://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/depression-chronic-pain#1

Are there ways to deal with depression without medication?

The short answer is yes. Four courses of action that are used are: (1) psychotherapy for minor-moderate forms of depression (2) consider nutrition using a diet like the mitochondria READ MORE
The short answer is yes. Four courses of action that are used are: (1) psychotherapy for minor-moderate forms of depression (2) consider nutrition using a diet like the mitochondria diet; (3) look aat Dr. Amen's BrainMD site, take his Brain Type assessment and consider supplements fro the report you receive; (4) for severe depression an alternative to meds is TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) or ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy)

Can major depression cause obesity?

This link will provide some insight into your question:

https://www.healthline.com/health/depression/obesity-and-depression

Are OCD and drug addiction related?

This link and associated info will be insightful in answering your question:

https://www.intrusivethoughts.org/?topic=addiction

Does schizophrenia cause seizures?

This link will provide you some understanding of this relationship.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2768382/

Does my wife have nymphomania?

This site will provide you a better understanding to your question:

https://www.rightdiagnosis.com/n/nymphomania/intro.htm

Can childhood abuse cause attention deficit in adults?

Go to this link for some insight into your question:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1934403/

Is talk therapy effective for geriatric depression?

Read the article at this link for some insight to talk therapy.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-couch/201011/does-talk-therapy-really-work

Can a divorce drive people toward alcoholism?

It is important you use appropriate coping strategies. This link will provide you a more positive course than relying on drinking. https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/dealing-with-a-breakup-or-divorce.htm READ MORE
It is important you use appropriate coping strategies. This link will provide you a more positive course than relying on drinking.
https://www.helpguide.org/articles/grief/dealing-with-a-breakup-or-divorce.htm

Are there ways to deal with depression without medication?

Take Dr. Amen's Brain Type assessment. Based on the report, consider the recommendations he provides for your brain type to include supplement program - go to BrainMD for them. READ MORE
Take Dr. Amen's Brain Type assessment. Based on the report, consider the recommendations he provides for your brain type to include supplement program - go to BrainMD for them. The assessment site is:
https://brainhealthassessment.com/

What is causing my teenager's despondency?

First review these signs at this link: https://12healthy.com/symptoms-and-signs-of-depression/ Consider having your son see a psychologist trained in treating teenage depression READ MORE
First review these signs at this link:
https://12healthy.com/symptoms-and-signs-of-depression/
Consider having your son see a psychologist trained in treating teenage depression based on what is revealed. Try to nip this quickly before it becomes chronic.

How is depression treated in teens?

This source will provide you some insight: https://www.amazon.com/More-Than-Moody-Recognizing-Adolescent/dp/0399529128 If severe, a combination of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology READ MORE
This source will provide you some insight:

https://www.amazon.com/More-Than-Moody-Recognizing-Adolescent/dp/0399529128

If severe, a combination of psychotherapy and psychopharmacology may be needed. If medication is ineffective, consider TMS or ECT.

Do you have to be married for couples therapy?

Couples therapy does not mean you have to be married. I personally have treated many relationships who have not been married.

Is it normal for anxiety to cause nausea?

Consider seeing a therapist for help. The Anxiety and Phobia workbook by Bourne is a good self-help source for anxiety. Also, if you have a smart phone purchase and use a mindfulness READ MORE
Consider seeing a therapist for help. The Anxiety and Phobia workbook by Bourne is a good self-help source for anxiety. Also, if you have a smart phone purchase and use a mindfulness app like Calm, Peace, I Giant Mind, etc.

What are the symptoms of depression?

This is a Google link that will help answer your question:

https://www.webmd.com/depression/guide/depression-symptoms-and-types

What causes depression in winter?

Take a look at this site for answers.
http://www.alaskanorthernlights.com/sad.php?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIzdfJiPDP4AIVQdbACh2MIQHSEAAYAiAAEgKFsfD_BwE

Should I go to my school's counseling center?

This link will give you some clues to managing stress: http://gofitnesslifestyle.com/10-ways-to-quickly-destress/?seg=p&id=f3f06ca60bab74cad4b5b6c74cdb3696&q=natural%20stress%20relief&utm_source=GF-PX-D-BG-ReduceStress&utm_term=%2Bstress%20%2Bmanagement_s_tx_article_natural%20stress%20relief READ MORE
This link will give you some clues to managing stress:
http://gofitnesslifestyle.com/10-ways-to-quickly-destress/?seg=p&id=f3f06ca60bab74cad4b5b6c74cdb3696&q=natural%20stress%20relief&utm_source=GF-PX-D-BG-ReduceStress&utm_term=%2Bstress%20%2Bmanagement_s_tx_article_natural%20stress%20relief

Weight loss hypnosis?

This link will help guide you in your decision. http://www.oprah.com/health/hypnosis-for-weight-loss-can-hypnosis-help-you-lose-weight/all In my practice I use a form of self-hypnosis READ MORE
This link will help guide you in your decision.
http://www.oprah.com/health/hypnosis-for-weight-loss-can-hypnosis-help-you-lose-weight/all
In my practice I use a form of self-hypnosis using a deep stare of relaxation process.

Is Talkspace actually effective?

I do not know much about it, but it says it costs $49 per week. Try buying the Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Bourne Sixth edition - reasonable cost. Download a free mindfulness READ MORE
I do not know much about it, but it says it costs $49 per week. Try buying the Anxiety and Phobia Workbook by Bourne Sixth edition - reasonable cost. Download a free mindfulness app like One Giant Mind. See if the techniques and tactics offered help you before you go this route.

What causes hallucinations?

This link will provide you some insight: https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/what-are-hallucinations#1 He should see a medical doctor first to rule out some physiological.medical READ MORE
This link will provide you some insight:
https://www.webmd.com/schizophrenia/what-are-hallucinations#1
He should see a medical doctor first to rule out some physiological.medical issue first.