Mental Health Counselor / Therapist in Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Richard B. Traitel
At CPS You Are Not a "Patient"--You Are
a Person Facing Life's Challenges Like All of Us.
Location
2550 S. Telegraph Road   
Bloomfield HillsMI 48302
Practice Information
At CPS you are not a "patient”- you are an individual, a human being, dealing with life issues that affect all of us in one way or another. You will be treated in a highly professional, ethical, warm and friendly manner with respect and empathy.

* Over 40 years of experience providing psychological evaluation and treatments for late adolescent/young adult as well as adults and seniors.

* Emphasis is upon an eclectic approach, modifying therapeutic techniques and interventions to fit each individual's unique needs.

* Highly interactive solution-focused therapy—our goal is to actively assist you in addressing your challenges so as to enable you to move on in life with greater success and personal fulfillment in the shortest possible time.

* Cognitive/behavior therapy, reality therapy, psychodynamic therapy and hypnotherapy are primary treatment methods utilized.

* We accept referrals from clients, attorneys, physicians and Employee Assistance Programs as well as other sources.

* Appointment scheduling is flexible to accommodate your personal, educational or employment needs. Your initial appointment will be scheduled within 1-2 days (no extended wait time).

* Emergencies are seen on the same-day or next-day basis.

* Available for contact by telephone or e-mail on a 24/7 basis for emergencies or urgent situations that may arise..

* Most insurances accepted - direct pay option also available.
Licenses/Certifications
 Doctoral Degree (Ph.D.)
 Licensed Psychologist
License Info
6301000798 State of Michigan
Education
Dr. Traitel received his degree from Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan in 1968 and completed a one year intensive clinical internship at University Hospitals/Case Western Reserve, Cleveland, Ohio. He was cited for academic excellence by the PSI CHI National Honorary Society in Psychology.
Bio:
Dr. Traitel has been in the private practice of clinical psychology for over 40 years and is a recognized provider of psychological services by the National Register of Health Service Providers, Washington, DC since 1975. He is fully licensed by the State of Michigan. Dr. Traitel has been married for over 46 years with two children and two grandchildren. He is a lifetime resident of the Detroit metropolitan area.

Prior to entering full-time practice he served as the Co-Director of the Oakland County Juvenile Court Psychological Clinic as well as Oakland County Childrens Village, Pontiac, Michigan, a nationally recognized model program for treating neglected, abused and delinquent children (ages infancy to 18). He also assisted in obtaining National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) grants to create and administer specialized training programs in corrections for selected candidates from universities all over the United States. He has been active in applied research related to design and implementation of numerous treatment facilities and programs.

He has served as a consultant to many and varied organizations including:
Michigan Supreme Court Juvenile Services Training Council
Maricopa County Juvenile Court, Phoenix Arizona
Oakland County Circuit Court
Oakland County Sheriff
Several Police, Fire and Public Safety Departments
Hospitals and Medical Clinics
Michigan State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
Several businesses, corporations, service and manufacturing industries

Dr. Traitel is recognized as an expert witness by several Circuit Courts as well as the US Federal District Court (Michigan District).

Dr. Traitel has also conducted several public service workshops on topics such as:
“Treatment Issues in Families Experiencing Divorce and Remarriage”
“Stress Associated with Illness and Other Life Events”
“Stress Management for Police Officers”
“Putting the Pieces Back Together: Step Parenting Combined Families”
“Crisis Intervention in Divorce and Remarriage”
“Forensic Issues in Treating Step Families”
“Parenting Your Adolescent Youngster”
Past/Current Professional Organization Affiliations:
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Payments Accepted
Insurance, credit cards, check, cash
Hours
M,W 9-5; T,Th Noon - 8pm
Cost/Session
Varies by Insurance Coverage
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
 Therapy
 Adolescents
 Anger Management
 Anxiety and Panic
 Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
 Body Image Issues
 Caregiver Issues
 Chronic Illness
 Couples
 Depression
 Divorce
 Eating Disorders
 Gay or Lesbian Issues
 Grief and Loss
 Hypnotherapy
 Life and Wellness Coaching
 Life Transitions
 Loneliness
 Marriage & Family Therapy
 Marriage Counseling
 Men's Issues
 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
 Online / Teletherapy
 Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
 Psychological Evaluation / Testing
 Relationship Issues
 Self-Esteem Issues
 Seniors and Elder Care Issues
 Sexual Dysfunction
 Stress Management
 Trauma and PTSD
 Women's Issues
 Work and Career Issues
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