Ismael Concepcion Poo, LMHC

Life can be extremely difficult for someone struggling with drug or alcohol addiction — and for their families too. Sometimes the struggle is obvious to outsiders. Other times, it’s not. Often, addiction results in lost jobs, lost relationships and legal trouble. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance abuse, the Providence St. Peter Chemical Dependency Center can help. Our experts will diagnose your condition and tailor a treatment program to fit your specific needs. We are committed to helping you overcome your chemical dependency and build a better life.

Welcome to the Behavioral Medicine Clinic website. You have accessed information on our clinical psychology practice that has specialized in the brief treatment of a variety of stress, mood and anxiety disorders, as well as teaching coping skills for chronic pain or illness for nearly 30 years. Behavioral medicine involves the application of psychological principles and behavior change strategies to problems and symptoms that are physical as well as psychological. That includes nearly all kinds of stress related problems that involve the nervous system. Stressors take many forms, some more physical e.g. over-exertion or poor diet, some more mental e.g. worry over work or finances. Stresses we usually face are not immediate dangers but whenever we feel uncomfortable, anxious, worried, stuck or depressed, the nervous system can react as though we really are in danger. This can lead to many kinds of stress related problems that include headaches, muscle tension and pain, gastric upset, anxiety/panic, high blood pressure, insomnia, and depression

Discover expert mental health care at LifeStance in Olympia, WA. Choose between convenient online or in-person counseling, therapy, psychiatry and medication management. Our dedicated team of licensed therapists, counselors, psychologists, psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners specializes in addressing depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, trauma, PTSD and grief as well as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, OCD, eating disorders, addiction, substance abuse and more. We provide individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, and marriage counseling to support your unique needs. LifeStance accepts most insurances and caters to all ages. Take the first step towards improved mental health. Call or book online today.