Dr. Michael S. Ellwood, PhD, VA | Psychologist

About Dr. Michael S. Ellwood

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Bipolar Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Couples Therapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Structural Family Therapy

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Michael S. Ellwood

*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance will require a credit card on file. *This provider only treats patients residing in the state of Virginia. *A minimum of 24 hours’ notice is required for cancellation of appointments. If this notice is not received or if the patient fails to show for the appointment, the Responsible Party will be charged a missed appointment/late cancellation fee.* Dr. Ellwood has been with Commonwealth Counseling Associates since June 2001. He has also worked as a staff psychologist at the Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center since March 2001, where he is assigned to the Spinal Cord Injury and Disease unit. His previous experience includes an Assistant Professorship of Psychiatry at the Medical College of Virginia. In that role, Dr. Ellwood provided assessments and treatment for geriatric, chronically ill, and pain patients and their families. Dr. Ellwood provides a full range of clinical psychological services, including psychological and neuropsychological evaluations in the Hanover office. His approach to therapy is cognitive behavioral and solution focused. He works with children (school age and up), adults, couples, families, and groups. He especially enjoys working with couples to resolve marital issues. Other areas of interest include pain management and coping with physical disabilities. Dr. Ellwood received his BA in Psychology from Hamilton College in Clinton, NY. He earned both his MS and PhD in Clinical Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is also a Certified Forensic Evaluator for the state of Virginia.

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During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur. Important Note: This provider is not currently bookable for new patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Depression

Anxiety disorders

Depression

Anxiety disorders

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Virginia

Education and training

Virginia Commonwealth University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
Virginia Commonwealth University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
Hamilton College (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1467490664

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Ellwood?

Generally, Dr. Michael S. Ellwood has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Ellwood's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Michael S. Ellwood accepting new patients?

Dr. Michael S. Ellwood generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Ellwood's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What practice does Dr. Michael S. Ellwood work with?

Dr. Michael S. Ellwood works with LifeStance Health - Virginia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael S. Ellwood?

Dr. Michael S. Ellwood frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michael S. Ellwood on their profile.