- Primary CareClaystone Clinical Associates (CCA) prides itself on offering a variety of clinical services. Psychological and neuropsychological assessments are two services provided at CCA by licensed psychologists who have had specialized training in the area of testing and assessment. Psychological and neuropsychological testing can be very similar to medical tests (without the needles!). “If a patient at their medical doctor’s office has physical symptoms, a primary care provider may order some blood tests to understand what's causing those symptoms. The results of the tests will help the physician to effectively treat the issue. Psychological evaluations serve a similar function. Psychologists use tests and other assessment tools to measure and observe a client's behavior to arrive at a diagnosis and guide treatment. Psychologists administer tests and assessments for a wide variety of reasons. Children who are experiencing difficulty in school, for example, may undergo aptitude testing or tests for learning disabilities. Tests for skills such as attention span, planning, organizing and memory can help a neuropsychologist diagnose conditions such as brain injuries or dementia. If a person is having problems at work or school, or in personal relationships, tests can help a psychologist understand whether he or she might have issues with anger management or interpersonal skills, or certain personality traits that contribute to the problem. Other tests evaluate whether clients are experiencing emotional disorders such as anxiety or depression” (taken from the APA website). Testing can therefore offer a way to help specify the issue(s) and thus more effectively treat what is going on for that individual. Psychological testing can also help inform a psychiatrist or medical doctor with regards to choosing a medication that would be best for that individual.
- Emergency CareErin graduated from Northeastern University in Boston, MA with a Master’s degree in counseling in 2000. She has experience working in a variety of settings, including substance abuse inpatient program in a hospital, emergency department of a hospital, an Employee Assistance Program and has been in private practice for the past 13 years.
- Neurology
- Autism
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)Bob graduated with his PhD in Counseling from the University of Michigan. He has been working with adolescents, adults, and couples for many years. His concentration includes working with mood disorders, ADHD, court evaluations, substance abuse, and PTSD. Bob’s background includes Circuit Court Probation, Outpatients Substance Abuse services, and work in a correctional facility. He has been in private practice since 1984. His treatment approach involves helping the person make healthy decisions in order to reach their goals.
- Stress Management
- Depression
- Mental HealthBob’s experience includes teaching at Western Michigan University as an Adjunct Professor in the Graduate Counseling Psychology program for a number of years. He was also an Adjunct Professor in the Criminal Justice program at Grand Rapids Community College for 15 years. Bob is a member of the American Counseling Association and the American Mental Health Counselors Association.
- PsychiatryI have been working in psychiatry here in West Michigan for over 22 years. I have most experience and reputation working with individuals struggling with fairly complicated or difficult to treat symptoms connected with my areas of expertise and interest listed below. It is my goal to offer patients evidence-based, effective treatments for severe and difficult to treat symptoms to improve functioning and quality of life.
- Behavioral HealthClaystone Clinical Associates is a diverse group of clinicians including counselors, psychologists, and social workers providing therapy for several mental and behavioral health issues in the greater Grand Rapids area.
- Anxiety