Business Details
Licensed Psychologist in Boca Raton, FL
As a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience, I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each client's unique needs. My practice focuses on treating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and chronic health conditions through mindfulness-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). With advanced training in mind-body connections and a doctorate from a top-ranked program, I create personalized treatment plans in a nurturing environment for adults across Florida. My services include online therapy for statewide accessibility, emotional support animal evaluations, and specialized assessments for ADHD and giftedness. I maintain strict HIPAA compliance for telehealth sessions and prioritize building therapeutic relationships grounded in empathy and active listening.My background includes research at Harvard Medical School and clinical work with diverse populations ranging from young professionals to older adults. I hold the highest professional licensure standards and continuously integrate scientific advancements into practice. Clients benefit from flexible scheduling options, including virtual consultations, and receive detailed superbills for private pay arrangements. My commitment to excellence is reflected in consistent positive outcomes and referrals from fellow mental health professionals.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Depression Counseling
Online Therapy
Emotional Support Animal Evaluations
ADHD Testing
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Relationship Counseling
Chronic Pain Management
Psychological Assessments
Telehealth Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized training in mindfulness-based therapies like ACT
- Our practice provides statewide telehealth accessibility
- We conduct emotional support animal evaluations with official documentation
- Our treatment plans integrate mind-body connection principles
- We maintain active research-informed clinical practices
What people say
Tremendous skill
Nurturing environment
Highest caliber of care
Gentle feedback
Healing atmosphere
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders using evidence-based techniques including mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral strategies. Our approach helps clients develop practical coping mechanisms while addressing root causes. Sessions focus on reducing symptoms through personalized treatment plans that incorporate acceptance and commitment therapy principles.
Emotional Support Animal Evaluations
Comprehensive psychological evaluations to determine eligibility for emotional support animals. The process includes clinical interviews, standardized assessments, and official documentation for housing and travel accommodations. Our evaluations meet federal regulatory requirements while prioritizing clients' mental health needs.
Online Therapy
Secure virtual therapy sessions accessible across Florida using HIPAA-compliant platforms. This service maintains the same therapeutic quality as in-person visits while offering greater flexibility. Available for all treatment specialties including relationship counseling and chronic illness management.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
Integrative approach combining mindfulness practices with traditional psychotherapy techniques. Focuses on developing present-moment awareness to improve emotional regulation. Particularly effective for stress management, chronic pain, and relationship difficulties through structured skill-building exercises.
Psychological Assessments
Diagnostic evaluations for ADHD, giftedness, and learning disabilities using standardized assessment tools. Includes comprehensive reporting with actionable recommendations for educational and workplace accommodations. Conducted by a licensed psychologist with specialized training in psycho-educational testing.
People
Dr. Derek G. Turesky, P.A
Licensed Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with a PhD from a top-ranked program, specializing in anxiety disorders and mindfulness-based therapies. Holds advanced training in mind-body connections and has published research on chronic pain management. Provides evidence-based treatment for adults across Florida.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
I specialize in mindfulness-based therapies like ACT, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and mind-body integration approaches tailored to individual needs.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide secure telehealth sessions across Florida using HIPAA-compliant platforms for all therapy services.
Can you evaluate for emotional support animals?
Yes, I conduct comprehensive ESA evaluations that include clinical interviews and official documentation for housing/travel accommodations.
What payment options are available?
Private pay is accepted with superbills provided for insurance reimbursement. No direct insurance billing is available.
Are psychological assessments available?
Yes, I offer ADHD testing, gifted assessments, and psycho-educational evaluations with detailed reporting and recommendations.
What if I need emergency help?
For emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room. This practice does not provide crisis intervention services.
