Dr. Lindsay Owings, PHD

Dr. Lindsay Owings, PhD is a Clinical Psychologist (Preventive Mental Health) dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Preventive Mental Health care. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she practices at her clinic in Chattahoochee, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). She is committed to building resilience and creating long-term wellness plans, utilizing evidence-based therapies and coordinating necessary screenings, all while serving as your primary partner in proactively safeguarding your mental well-being.

Clinical psychologists specializing in preventive mental health partner with you to build resilience, utilize evidence-based therapies, create long-term wellness plans, coordinate necessary screenings, and serve as your primary partner in proactively safeguarding your mental well-being. Dr. Lindsay PHD serves all ages. Patients should call (850) 663-7891 to confirm if she is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Lindsay Owings, PhD is a psychologist in Chattahoochee, FL, committed to collaborative, evidence-based medicine and creating a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. She provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Lindsay PHD is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Lindsay PHD can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Lindsay PHD provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Sadism: Sadistic behaviors, if left unchecked, can escalate into serious problems impacting relationships and personal well-being; proactive intervention through therapy can help prevent these negative consequences.
• Reactive Depression: Addressing reactive depression promptly through evidence-based therapies helps prevent long-term mental health consequences, such as anxiety or substance abuse, emphasizing the importance of early intervention in preventive mental health.
• Sleep Deprivation: Prioritizing sufficient sleep is a proactive step towards building mental resilience, helping you better manage stress and cope with life's challenges more effectively.
• Depressive Disorders: Proactive steps to address depressive symptoms, such as seeking professional help, can prevent the disorder from worsening and impacting other areas of your life.
• Combination Drug Dependence: Preventing the progression of combination drug dependence involves recognizing the warning signs early and seeking help to avoid potentially life-threatening situations.
• Sleep Terror Disorder: Understanding and managing sleep terrors proactively helps to establish healthy sleep habits, reducing the potential for future sleep problems and associated emotional distress.
• Substance Withdrawal Delirium: Substance withdrawal delirium, a potentially fatal condition, underscores the need for proactive substance use disorder treatment and careful monitoring during withdrawal to avoid severe health consequences.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Lindsay PHD offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Depression Treatment: Investing in depression treatment is a preventative measure; it helps screen for depression and offers effective strategies to manage symptoms before they significantly impact your life.
• Detoxification Evaluation: By evaluating your substance use, this screening helps identify any potential health risks and guides the development of strategies to manage those risks effectively.
• Discernment Counseling: Discernment counseling helps couples explore their relationship challenges and decide if they should stay together or separate, proactively preventing prolonged unhappiness.
• Behavior Therapy: Behavior therapy helps you identify and change unhealthy patterns to build resilience and prevent future mental health challenges.
• Trauma and Critical Care (Psychological trauma): Early identification and treatment of psychological trauma can prevent long-term mental health problems and foster emotional healing.
• Stress Management: Learn effective coping strategies to reduce stress and build resilience against mental health challenges.
• Hypnosis (Medical Hypnotherapy): Medical hypnotherapy helps you proactively improve your mental health by creating positive changes in behavior and thought patterns through guided relaxation and suggestion.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Clinical Psychologists (Preventive Mental Health) in Florida.

Dr. Lindsay PHD is dedicated to partnering with Family Members and Support Systems to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Individual's life:

• By proactively addressing potential risk factors and developing coping mechanisms, a patient found healthier ways to manage their emotions, preventing harmful behaviors from escalating and improving their overall well-being.
• By proactively addressing potential triggers and learning coping mechanisms, a patient significantly reduced their risk of developing reactive depression, fostering greater emotional resilience and well-being.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Preventive Mental Health care with Dr. Lindsay PHD:

What is a Clinical Psychologist, and how can they help me?

A clinical psychologist is a doctoral-level expert in mental and emotional health. They provide evidence-based therapy to help you develop coping skills, build resilience, and prevent difficulties from becoming mental health problems.

What is the difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?

Psychologists, like Dr. Lindsay, hold a PhD or PsyD and specialize in psychotherapy and psychological testing. Psychiatrists are medical doctors (MD or DO) who can prescribe medication and also provide therapy. They often collaborate as part of a comprehensive treatment team.

Do I need to have a serious mental illness to see a psychologist?

No. Dr. Lindsay's practice emphasizes preventive mental health, helping everyone manage everyday stress, improve relationships, navigate life transitions, and build skills to prevent more serious issues.

How can a psychologist help my child or teenager?

Dr. Lindsay provides a supportive space for children and teens to navigate challenges, such as anxiety, behavioral problems, and social skills. She helps equip them with tools to address these issues and prevent them from impacting their long-term development.

What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack?

Panic attacks are sudden, intense surges of fear accompanied by physical symptoms, often unexpected. Anxiety attacks, on the other hand, typically involve a gradual build-up of worry in response to a specific stressor, and are usually less intense.

How do you help people cope with the stress of a chronic medical illness?

Dr. Lindsay provides a supportive space to process the emotional impact of a chronic illness and teaches practical coping strategies to manage pain, fatigue, and stress, helping to prevent the illness from leading to depression or anxiety.

How can therapy support someone in recovery from a substance use disorder?

Therapy is a crucial part of long-term recovery from substance use disorder. It helps you understand the underlying causes of your addiction, develop healthy coping strategies for triggers, and rebuild important relationships—all vital for preventing relapse.

How can couples counseling or family therapy help prevent problems?

Couples and family therapy provide a safe space to enhance communication, develop conflict resolution skills, and navigate life transitions together. This proactive approach strengthens relationships, preventing future challenges and fostering resilience.

100 N Main St
Chattahoochee FL 32324
Phone: (850) 663-7891

Dr. Lindsay Owings, PHD is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1861778177

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Clinical Psychologists (Preventive Mental Health) like Dr. Lindsay PHD are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your clinical psychologist (preventive mental health) about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.