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Clinical Psychology Services in Allentown
As a dedicated clinical psychologist, I have spent 17 years providing specialized mental health care in the Lehigh Valley. My practice integrates modern psychodynamic approaches with evolutionary psychology, drawing from diverse therapeutic methodologies to create personalized treatment plans. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Arkansas, I work with teenagers and adults facing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges. My practice emphasizes collaborative care, maintaining a robust referral network while offering direct consultation with physicians when medication becomes part of treatment planning. I prioritize patient confidentiality while maintaining strict compliance with legal requirements for crisis situations.Through 50-minute sessions focused on meaningful psychological exploration, I help patients achieve lasting behavioral and emotional changes. My professional leadership roles, including presidency of the Lehigh Valley Psychological and Counseling Association, reflect my commitment to advancing mental health care standards. I maintain participation with select insurance providers while offering flexible fee arrangements to ensure treatment accessibility. My practice philosophy centers on creating a safe space for patients to explore complex emotional issues through evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
Services
Depression Therapy
Anxiety Treatment
Trauma Counseling
Relationship Therapy
Thought Disorder Management
Highlights and features
- 17 years of clinical experience in Lehigh Valley
- Specialized treatment for depression and anxiety disorders
- Collaboration with medical professionals for comprehensive care
- Flexible fee arrangements available
- Confidential therapy environment with legal compliance
Services
Depression Therapy
Specialized counseling for depressive disorders combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with psychodynamic exploration. Treatment focuses on identifying negative thought patterns while addressing underlying emotional conflicts. Patients develop coping strategies through weekly 50-minute sessions emphasizing collaborative problem-solving and emotional regulation skill-building.
Anxiety Treatment
Evidence-based interventions for anxiety disorders integrate exposure therapy with mindfulness practices. Treatment addresses both physiological symptoms and cognitive distortions through structured sessions. Patients learn grounding techniques while exploring anxiety triggers in a supportive therapeutic environment focused on gradual symptom reduction.
Trauma Counseling
Specialized trauma-informed care utilizes EMDR techniques and somatic processing. Treatment follows phased recovery model addressing safety, memory processing, and reintegration. Sessions prioritize emotional regulation while working through traumatic memories at patient-determined pace using established trauma resolution frameworks.
Relationship Therapy
Interactive therapy for relationship challenges employs Gottman method principles. Sessions focus on improving communication patterns and conflict resolution skills. Treatment addresses attachment styles while building emotional connection through structured exercises and mutual goal-setting during weekly sessions.
Thought Disorder Management
Specialized treatment for disorganized thinking patterns combines CBT with reality-testing exercises. Sessions focus on improving logical reasoning and reducing cognitive distortions through structured skill-building. Treatment includes psychoeducation about thought processes and practical strategies for maintaining mental clarity.
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Edward Lundeen PhD
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed clinical psychologist with 17 years of practice in Lehigh Valley. Specializes in depression, anxiety, and trauma treatment using evidence-based methods. Maintains professional affiliations with multiple psychological associations.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine modern psychodynamic techniques with evolutionary psychology principles, adapting methods to each patient's specific needs during collaborative sessions.
Do you accept insurance?
I participate with Highmark Blue Shield, Capital Blue Cross, Medicare, and selected Blue Cross/Blue Shield plans. Co-payments apply based on individual insurance policies.
How are emergencies handled?
I check messages regularly during daytime hours and evenings. Emergency protocols exist for urgent situations requiring immediate attention outside regular office hours.
What is your cancellation policy?
I require 48-hour notice for cancellations. Missed appointments without prior notice incur full session fees that cannot be billed to insurance.
How long do therapy sessions last?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with initial consultations typically running one hour to allow comprehensive treatment planning.
Is therapy confidential?
All sessions maintain strict confidentiality except in cases of imminent self-harm or child abuse reporting requirements mandated by Pennsylvania law.
