Clinical Behavior Analysis

What is Clinical Behavior Analysis?

Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

What is Clinical Behavior Analysis?

Clinical behavior analysis is the application of the conceptual and methodological tools of behavior analysis to treat problems that have traditionally been characterized as mental disorders, in order to improve the quality of life of the individual.

How Behavioral Therapy Works

Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

What is Clinical Behavior Analysis?

Clinical Behavior Analysis addresses the connection between thoughts ("private behaviors") and the overt behaviors which emerge as a result. Problems are identified, goals are established, and the therapist and client work together to uncover the origin of underlying core beliefs and thought patterns, and replace them with healthier more

Change can happen quickly with a behavioral approach, as the therapist and client work together to analyze the client's thought patterns ("private behaviors") and how they affect overt behaviors and quality of life, with a focus on relationships with self and significant others.

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Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

In today's world, relationships are more complex than ever. Dr. McGuinness brings attachment theory to her practice of clinical behavior therapy to improve the relationships of couples, families, co-workers, as well as individuals with a history of relationship difficulties; and most importantly, the relationship we have with ourselves.

Supporting Therapies

HeartMath®

HeartMath is a biofeedback system for improving heart rate variability, which in turn decreases anxiety. The heart rate variability pattern reveals the individualʼs ability to recover after physiological arousal (a stressor), reflecting a smooth or coherent transition between the sympathetic (fight or flight) system and the parasympathetic (rest and digest system). Heart rate variability (HRV) is an adaptive quality and is pertinent to physical, behavioral, emotional, and mental wellbeing. Oneʼs HRV measurement value might be thought of as indicative of physical, behavioral, emotional, and mental adaptability. In short, proper control of breath during stressful encounters is like a superpower that you can use whenever you need it.

Nutritional Coaching

The most current research in the field of nutrition and health psychology informs us that nutrition is an important variable in recovery from cognitive and emotional challenges. The brain and gut are integral elements of the central nervous system, connected and sharing the job of maintaining physical and mental health. Together we can explore the possibility that diet plays into your behavioral repertoire, and work together to identify problem foods and replacements. I also offer support for weight loss, and to those facing dietary changes related to a medical diagnoses. Dr. McGuinness' focus is all natural whole foods that support physical, emotional and spiritual health. Please also visit Dr. McGuinness' foodie website and BLOG at Two2Kitchens.com.

Dr. Carmen Reitano McGuinness

Dr. McGuinness is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (# 0-13-14988). In her clinical practice, Dr. McGuinness specializes in behavioral disorders, child and adult attachment trauma, relationship difficulties, and behavioral medicine. In addition to a Doctoral degree from Nova Southeastern University, Dr. McGuinness holds Masters degrees in Health Psychology Behavioral Medicine, and in Holistic Nutrition Education. Additionally, Dr. McGuinness has received specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, treatment of attachment trauma, and is a licensed provider of HeartMath biofeedback.

Altamonte Springs

Our Altamonte Springs office is convenient to the 1-4 Longwood exit. The office is tucked just inside the entry to a small private school. The space is cozy and welcoming and has ample waiting room seating, and the office can accommodate up to five, for family sessions.

Online

Our HIPAA secure platform is user friendly and completely secure. Your privacy is very important to us. The platform can be used for remote clients, as well as local clients who prefer the convenience of internet sessions.

Chrysalis Center for Change

Chrysalis Center1173 Spring Centre South Blvd, Suite B Altamonte Springs, FL 32714US

Hours

Hours are by appointment only.. Our office is located inside a private school. Clients are limited to scheduled appointment times only.

Chrysalis Center for Change, Inc.

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Clinical Behavior Analysis

What is Clinical Behavior Analysis?

Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

What is Clinical Behavior Analysis?

How Behavioral Therapy Works

Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

What is Clinical Behavior Analysis?

Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

Working with Human Attachment & Developmental Trauma

Supporting Therapies

HeartMath®

Nutritional Coaching

Dr. Carmen Reitano McGuinness

Altamonte Springs

Online

Now Offering Two Payment Options

Interested in scheduling? Let's make sure your goals and associated challenges are within our scope of practice. Please make contact via email through this link. Please include details of your challenges and goals. We look forward to serving you.

Chrysalis Center for Change

Hours

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