WHY CHOOSE DR. PIZZI AS MY PSYCHOLOGIST?
1. Dr. Pizzi is licensed at the highest level for psychologists in two states (Florida & Michigan), allowing him to practice independently.
2. Dr. Pizzi earned his Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University in New York City, a regionally-accredited academic institution.
3. Dr. Pizzi graduated from a doctoral graduate program and pre-doctoral clinical internship which are both accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
4. In addition to his training as a clinical psychologist, Dr. Pizzi is certified as a forensic psychologist and has been named an expert witness in forensic psychology by several Michigan courts.
5. Dr. Pizzi is a member in good standing of several of the most widely-recognized and respected professional organizations in the field, including the American Psychological Association (APA), the Florida Psychological Association (FPA), the Michigan Psychological Association (MPA), and the Gay & Lesbian Medical Association (GLMA).
6. Dr. Pizzi has attained additional psychological training and certification in several specialty areas, and continues to further his skills and expertise in the field of psychology through regular continuing education, both as a presenter and participant.
8. Dr. Pizzi has traveled extensively around the world, has lived in several major U.S. cities, is familiar with multiple ethnic backgrounds & cultures, and is bicultural & bilingual.
9. Scheduling an appointment is easy and convenient using Dr. Pizzi's user-friendly Online Appointment Scheduler. Appointments made online are confirmed automatically, and a friendly reminder e-mail is sent to your inbox two (2) days prior to your appointment. You are of course free to call Dr. Pizzi directly at his toll-free phone number (1-888-DRPIZZI) for additional information, to request an appointment, or if you simply prefer to speak with a live person.
CLINICAL SERVICES
Initial Diagnostic Evaluation
Psychotherapy (Individuals, couples, groups & families)
Psychological Testing & Clinical Psychological Examination
Psychological consultation
Psychiatric medication referral (as appropriate)
Coordination of care with psychiatrists, physicians, & hospitals
Crisis intervention & support
Other clinical professional services
NON-CLINICAL SERVICES
Relationship Therapy
Personal Coaching (Professional & Life-improvement)
Professional Consultation & Supervision
Practice-management consultation & support for professionals
Marketing & business-development assistance
Workplace training & seminars
Telephone Consultation
FORENSIC SERVICES
Court-ordered evaluation & treatment
Expert testimony & court appearance
Forensic Psychological Examination
Sex-offender evaluation & treatment
Psychological Testing
Other forensic professional services
PRACTICE AREAS
Adults & adolescents (age 13 & up)
Couples (also non-conventional relationships)
Family issues (i.e., divorce, blended families, alternative families)
Depression, mood disturbance, anxiety & stress-reduction
Grief & loss / codependency / low self-esteem
OCD / phobias / PTSD
Behavioral problems / adjustment difficulties
Assertiveness & social-skills training
Career/educational counseling & vocational testing
Work-related issues
SPECIALTY AREAS
IMAGO Relationship Therapy
Forensic psychology
Adolescent behavior / 'growing-up' issues
Gay-affirmative psychotherapy
Bilingual (Spanish) & bicultural treatment
Living with HIV
Multicultural & diversity issues