Brock Kolby, LPCC, Ed.D.
In-Person & Online Counseling
ABOUT ME
With 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I am here to help you overcome the problems that you face. I have worked with people who have struggled with depression, grief, stress, anxiety, trauma, stage of life issues, work problems, and the many issues in life we all face.
I have a doctorate in Education in Counseling Psychology, and I am a licensed psychotherapist in California (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor).
EDUCATION
Counseling Specialties
Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.)
Counseling Psychology emphasis.
University of the Pacific, 3601 Pacific Ave., Stockton, CA, June, 2003.
M.A., Educational and Counseling Psychology, June, 1995, University of the Pacific.
B.A., English, Creative Writing emphasis, December, 1987, University of California, Davis.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
I have used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people diagnosed with Major Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, and other mental health issues. CBT is a useful tool to help people manage symptoms. CBT helps people change old thought patterns and habits that are self-defeating or limiting into positive thought patterns.
Humanistic and Spiritual Approach
I approach many issues that people face in life with a Humanistic Philosophy that is informed by Developmental Theories across the Lifespan as envisoned by pioneering psychologists such as Erik Erikson and Abraham Maslow. I was influenced greatly by Carl Jung, the psychologist who helped people explore their issues in a spiritual context, examining dreams and archetypes to overcome problems.
Positive Psychology
Today, neurologists and psychotherapists have discovered the power to help people heal and create extraordinary changes using the principles of Positive Psycology. They have discovered that the brain has the property of "plasticity" where profound changes can occur. This approach influences my counseling and may allow participants to change long-term mental habits and problems.