Emily Foard, BA

Emily Foard, BA is a Clinical Psychologist (Preventive Mental Health) practicing at our Tampa, FL clinic. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). She is dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Preventive Mental Health care, recognizing the crucial role of resilience and wellness in overall 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. Emily BA serves all ages. Please call (813) 844-3541 to confirm if she is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Emily BA, a psychologist in Tampa, FL, emphasizes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to care. She is committed to fostering a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. Her practice focuses on building resilience, utilizing evidence-based therapies, and creating personalized wellness plans. She strives to provide a comprehensive and proactive approach to mental well-being, recognizing the importance of early intervention and ongoing support. Understanding the diverse needs of her patients, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to make informed choices regarding their mental health, and creating lasting positive change. Dr. Emily BA provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Emily BA 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. Emily BA 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. Emily BA 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:

• Neurocognitive Disorders: While some neurocognitive disorders are unavoidable, managing underlying health conditions and engaging in brain-healthy activities can help prevent or delay their onset and lessen their severity.
• Psychotic Depression: Managing psychotic depression effectively through therapy and medication helps prevent debilitating episodes and promotes a better quality of life, reducing the risk of future crises.
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Recognizing the signs of OCD early, such as persistent intrusive thoughts or repetitive rituals, allows for timely intervention and prevents the condition from escalating into a debilitating disorder.
• Motor Skills Disorders: Early identification of motor skill challenges can help prevent future difficulties with learning, social interaction, and daily activities.
• Major Depressive Disorder-Related Fibromyalgia: Managing both depression and fibromyalgia effectively, through a combination of treatments, helps reduce chronic pain, prevent further complications, and build resilience to future challenges.
• Developmental Delay: Addressing developmental delays early helps children build essential skills, fostering resilience and reducing the risk of future mental health or behavioral problems.
• Substance Withdrawal: Substance withdrawal symptoms can be managed effectively through evidence-based treatments, preventing further health issues and improving your overall well-being.

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. Emily BA offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Proactively address emotional instability and self-harming behaviors with DBT, a therapy designed to equip you with coping mechanisms for life's challenges.
• QEEG (Quantitative Encephalogram): Take a proactive step towards better mental wellbeing with a QEEG; this advanced brain scan helps detect subtle imbalances that might contribute to anxiety, depression, or other challenges.
• Mindfulness Technique: Take a proactive step towards better mental well-being by learning mindfulness; it's a skill that builds resilience against stress and anxiety.
• Marital Therapy: Marital therapy offers a proactive approach to relationship health, helping couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and build resilience against future stressors.
• Trauma Rehabilitation: Trauma rehabilitation helps you process past traumatic experiences to prevent future mental health challenges and build resilience.
• Exposure Therapy: Exposure therapy helps you proactively challenge negative thought patterns and behaviors associated with trauma or anxiety, improving your overall mental wellness.
• Pediatric Trauma Management: Ensure your child receives support to process traumatic experiences and develop coping mechanisms, helping prevent future mental health issues.

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. Emily BA 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 understanding their risk factors and engaging in brain-healthy habits, a patient proactively reduced the possibility of neurocognitive decline, fostering peace of mind and a hopeful future.
• By proactively addressing potential triggers and developing coping mechanisms, a patient significantly reduced the likelihood of experiencing a future psychotic depressive episode, promoting a stable and fulfilling life.

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. Emily BA:

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 strategies, build resilience, and prevent life's challenges from becoming mental health crises.

What is the difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?

Psychologists, like Dr. BA, hold a PhD or PsyD and specialize in psychotherapy and psychological testing. Psychiatrists, on the other hand, are medical doctors (MD/DO) who can prescribe medication and also provide therapy. Often, psychologists and psychiatrists work together as part of a comprehensive treatment team.

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

No. Dr. BA's practice focuses on helping everyone, not just those with serious mental illness. Seeing a psychologist like Dr. BA is beneficial for managing everyday stress, improving relationships, navigating life transitions, and building skills to prevent more serious issues from developing.

What is an assessment for ADHD like?

A comprehensive ADHD evaluation goes beyond a questionnaire. It includes a detailed clinical interview, review of school or work history, and standardized psychological tests to assess attention, impulsivity, and executive function. This multi-faceted approach ensures an accurate diagnosis.

What is trauma-focused therapy like EMDR?

Trauma-focused therapies, such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), are specialized treatments designed to help the brain process and heal from traumatic memories, reducing the distress associated with past events and preventing long-term effects like PTSD.

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 of which are essential to prevent relapse.

How can a psychologist help my child or teenager?

Dr. BA provides a supportive space for children and teenagers to navigate challenges like anxiety, behavioral problems, and social skills issues. She helps equip them with tools to manage these issues, preventing them from impacting their long-term development.

What is mindfulness and how is it used in therapy?

Mindfulness is about paying attention to what's happening right now without judging it. In therapy, it's a tool to help manage stress, difficult feelings, and prevent unhelpful thoughts from becoming overwhelming.

1411 N West Shore Blvd Ste 115
Tampa FL 33607
Phone: (813) 844-3541

Emily Foard, BA 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): 1699146415

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. Emily BA 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.