Treatments | RISE Psychological Services

Areas of Focus

Anxiety

Anxiety is a condition that can be debilitating and hard to manage. However, a trained therapist can help provide the tools and strategies to manage anxious thoughts in a healthy way. At RISE Psychological Services, Dr. Scherer provides supportive cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapy for anxiety. He will work with you to identify the root of the anxiety and develop personalized techniques to help you manage symptoms and prevent future episodes. With his compassionate approach and evidence-based techniques, you can be confident that you will receive the best care possible.

Depression

Depression is a complex and potentially life-altering condition and it's essential to provide individuals with the right tools and strategies to effectively over come it. Dr. Scherer uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to help individuals overcome the challenges depression presents in daily life. He will work with you to set meaningful and achievable goals, reshape perspective on life, and empower you to take control of your mental and emotional well-being.

Trauma

Trauma is a life altering experience, one that can be very difficult to overcome. With a commitment to helping you move forward from traumatic experiences Dr. Scherer will use the latest evidence-based treatments to provide personalized care that is tailored to your unique needs. Treatment options include Acceptance-based therapy and prolonged exposure therapy, to of the leading approaches to trauma-based treatment. Healing is a process that requires support and guidance, which is exactly what you will receive every step of the way. If you're ready to take back control of your life and work through the toughest challenges, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Borderline Personality Disorder

BPD

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be debilitating and affects a person's emotions, relationships, and sense of self. It can lead to challenges with behavior, intense mood swings, and difficulty regulating emotions. Some individuals experience a profound sense of emptiness and loss of identity that can lead to coping strategies that bring about short-term relief and undesired longer term consequences. Dr. Scherer uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) a type of therapy that has been accepted as the gold standard for treating BPD. It focuses on changing a person's relationship to their emotions, teaching skills to manage emotions, improve relationships, and increase mindfulness. With the help of DBT, individuals with BPD can learn to live a more fulfilling life.

Parent Coaching

Dr. Scherer has been guiding parents through difficult family situations since 2016. Whether it be navigating challenges with child-rearing, managing a family crisis, or separation and divorce. Dr. Scherer uses a unique set of skills to guide parents in the process of collaborating with parental partners and subsequently reconnecting with their children. He will work with you to better understand your parenting style, identify parenting triggers, and provide new strategies, and ways of approaching parenting challenges.