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Dr Patricia A. Farrell, PhD

Patricia A. Farrell, PhDPatricia A. Farrell, PhD

Licensed Psychologist

Psychology

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Bio

Patricia A. Farrell, PhD, the author of How to Be Your Own Therapist: A Step-by-Step Guide to Taking Back Your Life, It's Not All in Your Head and Work Stress: How You Can Beat It, is a licensed psychologist, researcher, educator, biographee in Who's Who in America as well as Who's Who in the World, and was the health & science editor for Time Warner Cable TV in New Jersey. An accomplished writer, Farrell has been an associate editor for both King Features Syndicate and Publishers Weekly as well as having articles published in major magazines. Farrell is a frequent speaker at professional continuing education and information meetings, police departments, corporations, and TV and school groups. Accomplished in the area of counseling, medical psychology, and medical research, Farrell combines energy, imagination, and humor in her presentations and has appeared on major TV news shows and radio shows around the world.

Credentials

Earned both an MA and Ph.D. in Psychology from New York University, 30 years experience in all areas of clinical psychology practice, teaching from the undergraduate to the post-graduate levels, Alzheimer's researcher at Mt. Sinai Medical Centre in NYC, senior science writer for corporations providing services to the healthcare industry, author of several self-help books, and a medical consultant for Social Security Disability, psychiatric preceptor for UMDNJ. Wrote questions for the USMLE exam, prepared numerous continuing education modules for healthcare professionals as well as police training.

 

Dr. Farrell's firm continues to provide in-service training for healthcare personnel as well as individual evaluations.

Education:
  • New York University
  • Queens College of CUNY
Organization Affiliations:
  • Patricia A. Farrell, Ph.D., LLC
Professional Affiliations:
  • American Psychological Association
Publications:
Awards & Honors:
  • Social Sciences Award
  • National Honor Society
  • Good Citizen Award
  • McDonald's research grantee
 

My Answers

Q. I served in the Navy and now have panic disorder. My family does not believe in mental illness. Are they right?
A. Since you were in the Navy, I'm wondering if you are eligible for psychiatric services as an outpatient. You probably do need a complete evaluation...
Q. I quit taking Effexor cold turkey and am having bad withdrawal symptoms. Should I continue or go see a doctor?
A. You're right; this is a medical issue and it could be onethat can cause many problems. Even though you may not be able to get in to seeyour doctor...
Q. My wife has been mixing alchohol, Celexa and xanax in the evenings to deal with stress and anxiety. Can anyone help me?
A. You are describing an extremely dangerous situation whereyour wife is placing herself at serious medical risk. Whoever is prescribingthis medication...
Q. My job is causing anxiety and depression. Our department may get shut down. I am on effexor and klonopin. What do I do?
A. Considering what you are experiencing in terms of the downsizing where you work, I can certainly understand your feeling anxious and not exactly...
Q. I recently had an anxiety attack. The doctor prescribed medicine to use when I feel one coming. When will they go away?
A. Since this was your first anxiety attack I'm wondering if there are some stressor in your life currently that might be causing this. Often, we don't...
Q. Years ago, I had severe anxiety, depression and couldn't leave my house. It’s back, and I need medicine. Is this normal?
A. Medication alone doesn't always provide sufficient help, and we know that cognitive therapy is often vital to help you improve your situation. Since...
Q. I am unemployed and can’t get insurance. I have social anxiety, GAD and depression. How can I get help I can't afford?
A. A lack of insurance and an inability to pay more than a minimal amount should never prevent you from getting the help you need and deserve...
Q. I have anxiety and ADD. I'm taking Celexa and Trazadone and waiting for approval for Adderall. What else can I do?
A. Medication alone is, according to recent research, not the most effective treatment plan. The preferred plan now is to use medication, as needed, and...
Q. My husband is on Xanax, Klonopin and Pristiq for anxiety and depression. He was also given Vicodin. Is this too much?
A. Whenever someone is taking medications for specific problems, such as psychiatric or orthopedic pain, it would seem a good idea to refer to a...
Q. I’ve overcome everyday irrational fears after PTSD, but am scared to sleep. My doc recommends Elavil. Is it a good idea?
A. If you would like some reassurance, please check out the Elavil in the PDR (Physicians Desk Reference) which you can find in any bookstore or at your...
Q. I am extremely agoraphobic despite help from my psychologist, psychiatrist, and medication. Why else can I do?
A. Since you are in treatment with both a psychiatrist and a psychologist, and you have tried, as you said, many medications without sufficient help...
Q. I gave birth last week and am excessively anxious about going back to work. It doesn't seem like baby blues. What is it?
A. As you said, you have a pre-existing condition and you have recently given birth to a child. Only one of these, giving birth, would be enough to...
Q. I've had panic attacks since 2005. No medicine has helped, and it's ruining my marriage and my life. What can I do?
A. Since it's now been five years since you had your first panic attack, and you said you've tried many medications without success, I'm wondering who...
Q. I'm only 17, but afraid of heart disease. My blood pressure is often too high at the doctor's office. What can I do?
A. I can understand that you would be concerned for your health, but, as you said, your BP is high when you take it or when you go to either the...
Q. My primary doctor diagnosed me with anxiety disorder and prescribed Xanax and Zoloft. Why do I still have panic attacks?
A. I'm a firm believer in a conservative approach to everything and I don't feel that a diagnosis of an anxiety disorder necessarily requires medication...
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