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Mary Frances Sink, PhD

Psychologist

Gender: Female
Experience: 18+ years

About Mary Frances Sink, PhD

Mary Frances Sink, PhD is a psychologist, clinical child & adolescent psychologist, adult development & aging psychologist, and clinical psychologist. Dr. Mary Frances Sink has 18+ years of experience in psychology.

Education

Mary Frances Sink, PhD earned a degree of a Doctor of Philosophy.

Licenses

Mary Frances Sink, PhD has been registered with the National Provider Identifier database since October 04, 2006, and her NPI number is 1548356082.

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To schedule an appointment with Dr. Mary Frances Sink, please call (203) 778-6440.

Psychologist

Dr. Mary Frances Sink is a Psychologist in Danbury, CT with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders. As a Psychologist, Mary Frances Sink, PhD performs mental health assessment and therapy. Psychology is a medical specialty focused on helping patients understand the causes of their mental health disorders so they can be treated with therapy or medication. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Psychologists include depression, anxiety, specific phobias, alcohol, drug, and gambling addiction, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), mood disorders, behavioral disorders, bereavement, and marital problems. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Psychologists include mental health assessment and diagnosing, psychotherapy, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), psychoanalysis, group therapy, addiction counseling, marriage counseling, exposure therapy, and referral to other specialists as needed.

A psychologist is an individual who is licensed to practice psychology which is defined as the observation, description, evaluation, interpretation, and modification of human behavior by the application of psychological principles, methods, and procedures, for the purpose of preventing or eliminating symptomatic, maladaptive, or undesired behavior and of enhancing interpersonal relationships, work and life adjustment, personal effectiveness, behavioral health, and mental health. The practice of psychology includes, but is not limited to, psychological testing and the evaluation or assessment of personal characteristics, such as intelligence, personality, abilities, interests, aptitudes, and neuropsychological functioning; counseling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, hypnosis, biofeedback, and behavior analysis and therapy; diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional disorder or disability, alcoholism and substance abuse, disorders of habit or conduct, as well as of the psychological aspects of physical illness, accident, injury, or disability; and psycheducational evaluation, therapy, remediation, and consultation. Psychological services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups and the public.

Psychologists in Danbury, CT

Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist

Dr. Mary Frances Sink is a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist in Danbury, CT with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental disorders that affect young patients. As a Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Mary Frances Sink, PhD performs psychological assessment, therapy, and research regarding abnormal childhood mental health. Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology is medical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and researching childhood mental disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologists include autism, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), attention deficit disorder (ADD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, eating disorders, and learning disabilities. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologists include mental health assessment, parent and child education, cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), play therapy, psychotherapy, and referral to other medical specialists as needed.

A psychologist who develops and applies scientific knowledge to the delivery of psychological services to infants, toddlers, children and adolescents within their social context. Of particular importance to the specialty of clinical child psychology is an understanding of the basic psychological needs of children and adolescents, and how the family and other social contexts influence the socio-emotional adjustment, cognitive development, behavioral adaptation and health status of children and adolescents.

Clinical Child Adolescent Psychologists in Danbury, CT

Adult Development & Aging Psychologist

Dr. Mary Frances Sink is an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist in Danbury, CT with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental and behavioral issues in aging adults. As an Adult Development & Aging Psychologist, Mary Frances Sink, PhD performs testing and treatment of age-related cognitive changes. Adult Development & Aging Psychology is the study of cultural and societal factors that influence healthy development and aging. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Adult Development & Aging Psychologists include age-related stress and depression, menopause, adropause, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Adult Development & Aging Psychologists include psychotherapy and research.

A psychologist who specializes in geropsychology, which applies the knowledge and methods of psychology to understanding and helping older persons and their families to maintain well-being, overcome problems and achieve maximum potential during later life. Professional geropsychology appreciates the wide diversity among older adults, the complex ethical issues that can arise in geriatric practice and the importance of interdisciplinary models of care.

Adult Development Aging Psychologists in Danbury, CT

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Mary Frances Sink is a Clinical Psychologist in Danbury, CT with special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders. As a Clinical Psychologist, Mary Frances Sink, PhD performs psychological evaluations and creates treatment protocols. Clinical Psychology is the diagnosis and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral dysfunctions. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Clinical Psychologists include phobias, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and schizophrenia. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Clinical Psychologists include diagnostic observations and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

A psychologist who provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care for individuals and families; consultation to agencies and communities; training, education and supervision; and research-based practice. It is a specialty in breadth -- one that is broadly inclusive of severe psychopathology -- and marked by comprehensiveness and integration of knowledge and skill from a broad array of disciplines within and outside of psychology proper. The scope of clinical psychology encompasses all ages, multiple diversities and varied systems.

Clinical Psychologists in Danbury, CT

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