Comments on: The Problem with Embracing All Religions http://academicfreedomblog.org/2011/07/31/the-problem-with-embracing-all-religions/ An opportunity to discuss the interface of faith, science, and culture Tue, 22 May 2012 09:55:25 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2.1 By: Dave Miller http://academicfreedomblog.org/2011/07/31/the-problem-with-embracing-all-religions/#comment-44302 Dave Miller Sun, 31 Jul 2011 21:05:34 +0000 http://academicfreedomblog.org/2011/07/31/the-problem-with-embracing-all-religions/#comment-44302 Dear Dr. Mc: Why not go to see a psychologist? I see that you have a doctorate; I'm guessing that you place a high value on training and education. Psychologists in nearly every state are required to have doctorates (and internships and residencies) before putting out a shingle. Many would include a recommendation for light therapy as an adjunctive treatment. It has empirical validation for treating depression. If the only label a provider uses is "therapist," I would be inclined to avoid them. That term requires no licensing or certification; anyone can use it. Honestly, this therapist sounds like they might be just a bit "out there." I hope you can get the help you're seeking. Dear Dr. Mc: Why not go to see a psychologist? I see that you have a doctorate; I’m guessing that you place a high value on training and education. Psychologists in nearly every state are required to have doctorates (and internships and residencies) before putting out a shingle. Many would include a recommendation for light therapy as an adjunctive treatment. It has empirical validation for treating depression.

If the only label a provider uses is “therapist,” I would be inclined to avoid them. That term requires no licensing or certification; anyone can use it. Honestly, this therapist sounds like they might be just a bit “out there.” I hope you can get the help you’re seeking.

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