Military experience can shape sleep, alertness, anger, relationships, substance use, and the transition back to civilian life. Dr. Gold’s approach begins with the problems affecting life now and the goals each veteran wants to reach.
Experience that understands military settings
Dr. Gold served in the U.S. Army, including Vietnam, and later worked as a clinical psychologist in Veterans Administration and U.S. Army medical settings. His experience included leading a Vietnam Veterans Readjustment Counseling Center team and serving in clinical leadership roles at William Beaumont Army Medical Center.
He frequently evaluates and treats combat veterans for PTSD while maintaining a broad adult practice. Therapy is individualized rather than based on assumptions about a person’s branch, deployment, era of service, or experience.
A practical, CBT-centered approach to combat PTSD
Treatment can focus on the difficulties disrupting life now: disturbing memories, hypervigilance, anxiety, anger, sleep problems, relationship strain, substance use, grief, retirement, transitions, or a loss of direction. Cognitive behavioral therapy provides a framework for identifying patterns and building skills that can be used outside the office.
Veterans, partners, and relationships
Combat stress and PTSD can affect both the veteran and the people closest to them. Dr. Gold works with adult individuals and couples, allowing care to address communication, emotional distance, recurring conflict, and the impact of symptoms on daily family life when appropriate.
In-person appointments are available near the World Equestrian Center. Follow-up telehealth may be available for eligible Florida patients.
Insurance and access
Dr. Gold’s current provider profile lists Medicare, TRICARE, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Florida Blue, UnitedHealthcare/UBH, Optum, E4Health, and New Directions/Lucet. Participation can vary by plan, so coverage should always be confirmed before the first appointment.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Gold have military experience?
Yes. Dr. Gold served in the U.S. Army, including Vietnam, and later worked in Veterans Administration and U.S. Army medical settings.
What concerns can veteran therapy address?
Care may address combat-related PTSD, disturbing memories, hypervigilance, anger, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, retirement, and relationship strain.
Does Dr. Gold accept TRICARE and Medicare?
TRICARE and Medicare are listed among the plans he accepts. Call to verify your specific plan and current network status.
Can a spouse or partner participate?
Dr. Gold works with adult individuals and couples. Call to discuss whether individual care, couples work, or another arrangement best fits your goals.