Mark A. Carpenter, PsyD

Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselor

Dr. Mark A. Carpenter is an Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselor in Easton, MD with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating addiction and mental health disorders responsible for addiction. As an Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselor, Mark A. Carpenter, PsyD performs diagnosis and treatment of addiction to alcohol and drugs. Addiction / Substance Abuse Counseling is a medical specialty dedicated to researching and treating all types of substance addiction disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselors include alcohol and drug addiction. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselors include conducting patient interviews, administering drug tests, creating treatment plans, participating in therapy sessions, and referring patients to other medical specialists as needed.

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Mark A. Carpenter is a Clinical Psychologist in Easton, MD with special training and skill in identifying and managing psychological disorders. As a Clinical Psychologist, Mark A. Carpenter, PsyD 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.