On The Spot With Psychologist Dr. Robin Goldstein

How long have you been in the new Boca location? I have been here since May, but practicing in Florida for 26 years.

What a few areas of specialization? I deal with a variety of issues that impact adults and adolescents including depression and chronic pain, relationships, divorce recovery and how to be happier in daily living.

What are typical roadblocks preventing people from seeking mental health care? There is unfortunately still a bit of a stigma attached, which is quite ridiculous. You would go to the doctor for a chronic cough, so why wouldn’t’ you see a specialist for chronic mental health issues?

What are common misconceptions? That people think it’s just the way things are. For instance, someone may be functioning at a high level, but not completely happy in their everyday life or they may worry unnecessarily, and it does not have to be that way.

What is the primary difference between treating adults and adolescents? The issues may be the same: depression, anxiety or whatever the situation may be. The difference is adolescents do not have things like a family or career to keep behaviors in check and they are far more impulsive.

What is the typical method of treatment? There really is no typical approach because every situation differs. I have several tools and approaches to address whatever those individual needs may be.