THERESA RADER, PSY.D., HSPP, LCAC
Education
- Psy. D, Clinical Psychology, Indiana State University, 1997
- Masters of Social Work, Indiana University, 1984
- Bachelors of Social Work, Indiana University, 1983
Licensure
- Indiana State Licensed Psychologist
- Indiana Health Service Provider in Psychology
- Indiana Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor
Professional Affiliations
- American Psychological Association (Divisions of Addictions & Health Psychology)
- International Association of Trauma Professionals
- National Association of Addiction Professionals
- Indiana Association of Addiction Professionals
Experience
Dr. Rader has over 25 years of experience providing mental health, addictions, and consultation services with medical professionals in central Indiana Her specialty areas include: mood disorders, Social Phobia, OCD, trauma/PTSD, bereavement, bariatric assessment and psychotherapy services, stress disorders, co-occurring medical disorders, plus relationship and interpersonal difficulties. She has extensive training and experience using cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, Traumatic Incident Reduction, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solutions-Focused therapy, and other evidenced-based approaches. In addition to her Bloomington practice, Dr. Dr. Rader sees patients at Community Psychiatry Associates and Community South Bariatric Program on Southside of Indianapolis. She provides individual, family, couples, psychological assessment, and group therapy services and works with adults and adolescents.
Treatment Philosophy
Emphasis on using a Person-Centered treatment approach which focuses on recovery, wellness and resilience.
- The therapist’s role involves coaching, cheerleading, facilitating, and mentoring.
- Focuses on building a partnership with the individual and help in the creation of an individual plan that serves as each person’s road map to recovery.
- Emphasis on the principles of hope, empowerment and self-determination.
- Encourages the development of an individual vision which reflects preferences, abilities, strengths, goals, & cultural identity..
- Works together to identify life goals and work to remove barriers to recovery and wellness