The Center for Psychotherapy: Links

Additional On-Line Resources

The list of web sites provided here is meant as a reference guide. The sites provide information on many different areas of mental health, but their inclusion on our web site should not be construed as an endorsement by The Center for Psychotherapy, Inc. Click on the sites for more information, then click on your "Back" button to return to our site.

General Information:

American Psychological Association Information on many mental health issues. Free brochures on several topics can be obtained from this site.

American Psychological Association Practice Directorate Online resources, brochures, tips, and articles on many mental health issues.

American Psychiatric Association Information about mental disorders and their treatment.

Psych Central Articles written for consumers as well as a list of newsgroups, mailing lists, and Web sites.

Knowledge Exchange Network This site offers information about mental health and mental health services, sponsored by the Center for Mental Health Services of the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Psychology Information Online Information about the practice of psychology. Includes information about the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders, psychological testing, and forensic psychology. The site also maintains a database of licensed psychologists broken down by geographical area.

Mental Health InfoSource Large selection of information on mental illnesses and their treatments.

Medscape Patient Education Materials

At Health At Health includes information on specific disorders and articles written by a wide variety of professionals. The site also includes a practitioner’s directory, regularly updated newsletters, and self-help stories.

Children's Issues:

CHADD Children and Adults with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder. Resources for individuals with ADHD.

Adults and Children Together Against Violence This site is aimed at reaching adults who raise, care for, and teach children ages 0 to 8, dedicated to providing practical help to stop violence against children.

Parents Med Guide Advice for parents for making the best decision for a child or adolescent diagnosed with depression.

Pervasive Developmental Disorders:

WrongPlanet A web community designed for individuals with Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, and other pervasive developmental disorders. Chatroom, forum, and links to other sites.

Depression and Mood Disorders:

Depression Screening Visitors to this site will find a confidential screening for clinical depression from the National Mental Health Association. It is not meant to substitute for a professional evaluation.

Families for Depression Awareness Information about support groups. Provides a forum for family members to find out how to seek and manage treatment.

Anxiety Disorders:

Anxiety Disorders Association of America Information on what anxiety disorders are as well as many consumer resources.

National Center for PTSD Information on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) including diagnosis and treatment.

Women's Issues:

National Women's Health Information Center Directed toward girls ages 10-16 to address their health and emotional issues.

Men's Issues:

Men's Mental Health Resources Links from MentalHealth.com to various resources regarding men in relationships, parenting roles, etc.

Facility Directories:

New England Hospitals Annotated list of most public and private facilities in New England which provide psychiatric services. Courtesy of The New England Psychologist.

New England Residential Schools Annotated list of residential schools in New England which provide psychiatric services. Courtesy of The New England Psychologist.

Personality Disorders:

Center for Dialectic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy A treatment resource in New Haven County. Groups and individual treatment are available.

Addictions and Substance Abuse:

Alcoholics Anonymous Information on AA including on-line resources and meeting directory.

Gamblers Anonymous Information on GA including on-line resources and meeting directory.

Al-Anon/Alateen Information on AlAnon & Alateen including on-line resources and meeting directory.

Grief and Loss

The Cove Information on supports for children and adolescents who have suffered the death of a family member. Support groups in Connecticut and referrals to grief therapists.

Family Support:

Mental Health Association of Connecticut Information on support groups, respite care programs, mental health coalitions, and workshops.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Information oriented toward the biological basis of severe mental disorders including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Sleep Disorders:

National Sleep Foundation Information on sleep disorders and sleep hygiene tips.

Commercial Products:

The Sunbox Company This commercial site provides information on ordering their full spectrum light boxes.

Northern Light Technologies This commercial site provides information on ordering their full spectrum light boxes.

Medications:

Needy Meds A resource for people who cannot afford medicine or other healthcare costs; information on more than 600 programs.

Drug Digest Drug Digest is a site that provides a searchable drug and herb database. It’s written in plain English and explains what each medication is used for, how it works, common side effects and interactions, how it should be taken, etc.

Referral Sources

National Register Online referral directory for psychologists - find a psychologist certified by the National Register of Health Care Providers in Psychology.

For current patients:

Care Paths Assessment tools for current patients of Dr. Fisher. Requires login and password.

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