Dr. Anna Brownlee Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Change Life to a Life Worth Living
Dr. Anna Brownlee Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Change Life to a Life Worth Living
About Dr. Anna Brownlee
My Practice
**DR. BROWNLEE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AS OF JULY 30, 2024**
Dr. Brownlee has offered effective, evidence-based psychotherapy for over two decades in a variety of clinical settings. She treats a number of behavioral health disorders, and provides an empathic, collaborative therapeutic approach to guide patients towards goals of treatment.
Dr. Brownlee has Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT), as she holds a license in a PSYPACT state. She can provide telepsychology to patients in designated PSYPACT states.
Treatment Focus
Dr. Brownlee utilizes a patient-centered, cognitive behavior treatment focus. Working collaboratively with patients, Dr. Brownlee individually customizes treatment plans which are most effective for creating change and helping patients achieve their therapeutic goals.
Dr. Brownlee treats adult individuals and couples.
*Dr. Brownlee completes C&P examinations for veterans through Veteran Evaluation Services (VES).*
Education & Background
Dr. Anna Brownlee, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Health Service Provider in the state of Missouri.
Dr. Brownlee obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Brownlee has been licensed and in clinical practice for over 20-years.
Dr. Brownlee is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA), Missouri Psychological Association (MOPA), & National Register of Health Service Psychologists. Dr. Brownlee was a founding member of the PTSD Clinician's Exchange.
Dr. Brownlee owned and operated a large group, private practice in Springfield, Missouri, and has worked across inpatient and outpatient behavioral health care settings, as well as within community mental health organizations. Dr. Brownlee proudly served veterans while working as a clinical psychologist and behavioral healthcare program manager with the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA).
While employed with the VA, Dr. Brownlee served as a National Consultant with the National Center for PTSD, providing consultation and training in Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy. Dr. Brownlee is recognized for her expertise in trauma treatment and clinical consultation.
Dr. Brownlee later established Behavioral Health Services, a private practice dedicated to providing competent, evidence-based care for emotional well-being.
What is Telepsychology?
Telepsychology is delivered using interactive technologies (i.e., videoteleconferencing) between the psychologist and patient in real time, using a HITECH and HIPAA compatible platform
Behavioral Health Disorders & Psychotherapy Information
Depression & Anxiety
Depression and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions people experience at some point in life. When depression, anxiety, or both become unmanageable, psychotherapy can be beneficial. Psychotherapy helps patients change previous maladaptive thinking styles, reduce avoidance behaviors, and learn new coping techniques. Depression and anxiety can improve over time, and patients learn to manage their own distress. Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective treatment for both depression and anxiety.
Trauma & PTSD
Many individuals can suffer from specific symptoms associated with experiencing painful and traumatic experiences. Anxiety, fear, hopelessness, anger, and shame are a few common reactions lingering long after the traumatic event(s). Trauma symptoms can create avoidance of everyday life situations, which may lead to isolation and significantly decreased functioning. Treatment can help patients overcome symptoms and reclaim their life from a traumatic experience. Prolonged Exposure (PE) is a highly effective treatment for PTSD.
Personality Disorders
Patients struggling with chronic and pervasive difficulties leading to unhealthy, unstable patterns of thinking, functioning, and behaving may be suffering from personality disorders. Patients with personality disorders tend to have trouble perceiving and relating to situations and people, which creates considerable problems and limitations for them in interpersonal relationships, work, school, and/or social activities. Treatment for personality disorders can be helpful in addressing the four general areas of dysfunction: cognition (perceiving/thinking), affectivity (mood), interpersonal functioning, and impulse control. Patients suffering from personality issues can benefit from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills.
Insomnia
Everyone has trouble falling asleep or staying asleep from time to time. When insomnia becomes the norm or has been the norm even for years, it is time to seek professional guidance regarding self-guided ways to end insomnia. Based on the latest research, news skills give life-long benefits. CBT-I (Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Insomnia) is a brief, effective treatment for Insomnia.
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Hours
Mon | Closed | |
Tue | By Appointment | |
Wed | By Appointment | |
Thu | By Appointment | |
Fri | Closed | |
Sat | Closed | |
Sun | Closed |
By Appointment Only!
Office Closed on Holidays
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