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I'm a retired licensed clinical psychologist in Colorado and was board certified in biofeedback by the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) from 1982 to 2010. I have specialized training in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) and in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I was an Army officer and combat helicopter pilot in Vietnam and have experience working with military veterans. I was a police psychologist for 11 years and have more than 25 years experience with Critical Incident Stress Management for a variety of first responders (police officers, firefighters, paramedics, dispatchers, National Park rangers).
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Clinical Psychology
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A 30-year-old female asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Manage stress with: E-a-s-e. 1)eliminate the stressor from your life (be assertive; delegate; take breaks & vacations) 2)alter the impact of the stressor (problem solvin... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Depression recurs: In about 50% of those who recover from a depressive episode. Risk of recurrence increases with severity but not duration of the first depression, fam... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
What's your question: Are you asking how to make drinking fun again or how to stop feeling guilty or how to have fun in other ways? Guilt comes from doing something you th... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Post-birth suicidal: Feelings are very serious. Talk to your physician or a mental heath professional immediately. Depression and other mental health issues can be exace... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Depression remedies: Include exercising, engaging in social interaction & engrossing activities, practicing gratitude, doing kind things for others, learning and practicin... Read More
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A 21-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Biofeedback is: Simply feedback of information to you about your own internal biological activity. You then use that information to learn self regulation. You can't... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Depression remedies: Include exercising, engaging in social interaction & engrossing activities, practicing gratitude, doing kind things for others, learning and practicin... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Antioxidant info: And what foods have the highest levels can be found at http://nutritionfacts.Org/topics/antioxidants/.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Manage stress with: E-a-s-e. 1)eliminate the stressor from your life (be assertive; delegate; take breaks & vacations) 2)alter the impact of the stressor (problem solvin... Read More
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Anxiety & age:: Age alone does not increase anxiety as far i know. If you don't learn ways of coping with anxiety, such as relaxation skills & changing negative thin... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Yes: Any psychologist who treats stress and anxiety or who treats sexual problems could help.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Panic attacks are: Sudden, intense, usually brief anxiety attacks & may be mistaken for a heart attack or other life-threatening condition. If they reoccur unpredictably... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Self esteem: Comes from doing things you're proud of and not distorting or denigrating your accomplishments, abilities and basic human worth. If you haven't done ... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Managing anxiety:: The most effective treatment for anxiety is relaxation training coupled with cognitive therapy that helps you modify the thoughts, perceptions and bel... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
There are many ways,: Including finding a yoga or biofeedback trainer, finding a mental health professional who treats anxiety, or buying a legitimate training program to u... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Partner with PTSD: You can be understanding, supportive and patient. Learn about ptsd in general and talk to her about what she needs from you in particular. Encourage... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Manage anxiety : By learning relaxation skills & learning to modify the thoughts, perceptions & beliefs that trigger your anxiety. Learning to calm your body & your m... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
No.: Rather than look for a biofeedback instrument to use on your own, i would recommend finding a therapist specifically certified in pelvic muscle dysfun... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Manage phobia with: Relaxation training & cognitive behavioral therapy with gradual exposure. Learning to calm your body and your mind is the key. Find a mental health ... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Find a psychologist: Psychiatrist or counselor who treats anxiety. The most effective treatments are relaxation training (sometimes with the aid of biofeedback -- www.Bcia... Read More
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Self esteem: Comes from doing things you're proud of and not distorting or denigrating your accomplishments, abilities and basic human worth. If you haven't done ... Read More
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A 21-year-old male asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Mind quieting: Is helped by focusing on what you are doing at the moment & gently refocusing when your mind wanders. Be aware of all your senses. Notice what your mi... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Self esteem: Comes from doing things you're proud of and not distorting or denigrating your accomplishments, abilities and basic human worth. If you haven't done ... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Managing anxiety:: The most effective treatment for anxiety is relaxation training coupled with cognitive therapy that helps you modify the thoughts, perceptions and bel... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
I agree w/ Dr. Smith: Stress can be good or bad depending on how it affects functioning & performance. Too little can lead to boredom & lack of motivation. Too much can l... Read More
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A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Practice breathing: Slowly while relaxing your abdomen & letting it expand as you breathe in & contract as you breathe out. Focus on the sensation of your breath in & ou... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Find a mental health: Professional who treats depression. Ask the professional who diagnosed you for help or a referral, or start with your ob/gyn or pediatrician. What y... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
The central nervous: System in humans is the brain and spinal column. The nerves that connect the CNS to the limbs, organs and the outside world is the peripheral nervou... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Ir simply means you: Avoid or withdraw from something. The opposite would be approach behaviors where you move toward the object or situation. We usually avoid things t... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Stress may lead to: Hypertension by constricting blood vessels near the surface of the body as part of the fight/flight response. If this emergency response is set off t... Read More
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A 28-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Stress affects GI: Functioning, including stomach upset, diarrhea, constipation, increase or decrease in appetite, etc., and it certainly seems to contribute to ulcer ac... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Autonomic nervous: System is the part of the peripheral nervous system that controls the "automatic" body functions -- heart rate, respiration, digestion, perspiration, ... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Yes.: Biofeedback has been proven effective for many disorders and conditions. The best source of information is the association for applied psychophysiolo... Read More
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Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Panic attacks are: Sudden, intense, usually brief anxiety attacks. They may be mistaken for a heart attack or other life-threatening condition. If they reoccur unpred... Read More
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
E-A-S-E: Manage stress by eliminating it from your life (be assertive; delegate; take breaks & vacations) by altering the impact of the stressor (problem solvi... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
A life coach: Can be credentialed by various organizations by taking the organization's training. Just google "life coach" to see the variety of credentials. As f... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Anxious feelings : Happen when your mind registers a threatening or intimidating future event and your body prepares for action (fight/flight). You can change your thou... Read More
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Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
A violent boyfriend: Is a dangerous situation. Call a domestic violence shelter or a psychologist or counselor who understands domestic violence to help you decide on a p... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Bereavement is : A natural response to loss. There is no single way to grieve, but many people go through stages of shock & denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Manage stress with: E-a-s-e. 1)eliminate the stressor from your life (be assertive; delegate; take breaks & vacations) 2)alter the impact of the stressor (problem solvin... Read More
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A 31-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Biofeedback: Is effective for many mental health issues as well as physiological disorders. It is used to treat anxiety, depression, adhd, alcohol & substance abu... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Stress & the body: Stress prepares for action by activating the autonomic nervous system & numerous hormones. Stress can cause muscle tension, cold hands & feet, increas... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Motivation to change: Includes: look at use pattern (keep a log), identify consequences, list reasons to change, rate motivation for each reason (0-10) & develop those 8+, ... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Suicidal thoughts : Can occur for many reasons but usually involve a desperate search for an escape or relief from pain, shame, humiliation, embarrassment, or undesired c... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Caregiver stress: Is very difficult because it is often chronic, cumulative and unrelenting. Caregivers easily feel trapped by their desire to help someone in great ne... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Depression remedies: Include exercising, engaging in social interaction & engrossing activities, practicing gratitude, doing kind things for others, learning and practicin... Read More
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Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Anxiety & can't work: Yes. If you have health insurance, find a psychologist or counselor who takes your insurance or offers a negotiated fee & treats anxiety. If that's ... Read More
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
The legal definition: Will vary from state to state. In general, spouse abuse or domestic violence is an act or threat of violence, coercion, control, punishment, intimida... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Yes.: The most effective treatment is relaxation training followed by gradual exposure to the feared situations in both imagination and real life.
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Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Pedophilia is: Sexual attraction to and activity with a prepubescent child (usually 13 years old or younger) by someone who is at last 16 years old and at least 5 ye... Read More
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May 11, 2013
I recommend Dr. Stewart. I look forward to reading the information he provides - which is balanced, accurate, understandable & helpful. Dr. Stewart's compassion is evident.
Aug 9, 2013
Practical, thoughtful answers that articulate complex things in helpful ways. I enjoy all of Dr. Stewart's contributions and highly recommend him.
Nov 5, 2012
Dr. Stewart is an informative, knowledgeable, and caring psychologist -- a wonderful colleague to have on HealthTap.
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank You Dr. Bob Stewart, I am reading in to the detailed nervous system for CRPS. And this has helped me understand it more through your excellent desription of involv...Read More
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This made me feel good. Thanks! Thank​ you. The words took my thinking towered good path . I start imagine my self in good place of mind . Was excellent help. Thank you again Dr.
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This made me feel good. Thanks! I feel its vital to our well being to laugh, to hug to be grateful!! You're a star Dr. Stewart! Awesome topic!!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Northern Colorado
Graduated 1977MD
Awards
Top Doctor, First Place, Greeley, CO - Winter
2013
Most Influential, First Place, Greeley, CO - Winter
2013
Thought Leader, First Place, Greeley, CO - Winter
2013
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