Max

Dr Max Shmidheiser

Clinical Psychologist

I utilize a comprehensive approach in psychotherapy, drawn from CBT, psychodynamic, humanistic and mindfulness practices, to address the issues of the whole person. As a licensed psychologist, I am board certified in clinical neuropsychology, with a certification as a brain injury specialist trainer.

About Me

I offer a compassionate space to explore your unique challenges. My comprehensive approach integrates practices like mindfulness with insights from clinical neuropsychology. This helps us understand how your mind and experiences shape your well-being, especially after complex events. I support you in navigating difficult feelings and finding practical ways forward. This holistic perspective is ideal for those seeking integrated support for their whole person.

Approach

Therapy here feels like co-mapping how your thoughts, memories and bodily changes shape daily life after complex events. I meet with adults in Wynnewood and virtually in English, creating a steady, paced environment that balances focused reflection with practical skill-building. Sessions mix brief structured experiments, reflective exploration of patterns, and clear psychoeducation so you can try strategies between meetings and notice small shifts in attention, mood, or functioning. Those navigating anxiety, cognitive change, or burnout often find this approach clarifying and manageable.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Stroke Support

    The psychological aftermath of a stroke, which can include emotional changes, cognitive difficulties, grief over lost abilities, and family adjustment.

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Guided Visualisation

    A relaxation technique in which a therapist guides you through calming mental imagery to reduce stress, anxiety, or pain.

Works With:

  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Brain Injury

    Damage to the brain caused by external trauma or internal events (e.g., stroke), which can affect cognition, emotions, personality, and physical abilities.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Physical Disability

    A condition that limits physical functioning, mobility, or stamina, which can carry psychological impacts including adjustment, identity, and social challenges.

  • Learning or Development Difficulties

    Conditions that affect a person's ability to acquire, process, or apply information, such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, or intellectual disability, impacting education and daily life.

  • Memory Problems

    Difficulties with retaining or recalling information, which may be related to ageing, brain injury, neurological conditions, stress, or psychological factors.

  • Men's Issues

    Psychological challenges commonly experienced by men, including difficulty expressing emotions, anger, relationship struggles, fatherhood pressures, and societal expectations of masculinity.

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Stroke Support

    The psychological aftermath of a stroke, which can include emotional changes, cognitive difficulties, grief over lost abilities, and family adjustment.

Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Licensed Psychologist

Psychologist

Qualifications

Widener University, Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology

Service Areas

Oasis Neurobehavioral Health, LLC

In-person & Online

Wynnewood, Pennsylvania

United States