
Gemeinschaftsgefühl
n. social interest or community spirit: a spirit of equality, belonging, and unity (German, literally: “feeling for community”).
Biography
John Otzenberger, Psy. D.
Dr. John Otzenberger is a licensed clinical psychologist with almost 30 years experience. He has worked in a variety of hospital and private settings, and most recently served as the Mental Health Services Director for Louisiana State University. He has a passion for working with adolescents and young adults, including those with genetic and severe mental health disorders. He also specializes in Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (S.T.E.P.), a system that increases a parent's joy and effectiveness and develops a child's self-esteem and confidence. Dr. Otzenberger trained at the Alfred Adler Institute in Chicago under Dr. Harold Mozak, a 2nd generation Adlerian, and believes that social interest (gemeinschaftsgefuhl) is essential to mental wellbeing.

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Psychotherapy for adults, children and teens 10 years old and above. Services include managing anxiety, depression, grief, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, OCD, panic disorders and more.
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Psychotherapy and support groups for parents, youth, and adults. Topics can include anxiety, social skills, grief and loss, men's issues and more.
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Psychotherapy and general training seminars for parents with adoptive children; children with emotional regulation issues; gifted children; blended families; athletes at the middle and high school level, and more.