Neuropsychology
Michael Garofano, Ph.d., LLC is a Neuropsychology practice in Frederick, MD
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in evaluating and treating nervous system disorders, then determining how illnesses, injuries, and diseases of the brain and nervous system influence the way a patient feels, thinks, and behaves.
Neuropsychologists at Michael Garofano, Ph.d., LLC perform
the evaluation, assessment, and diagnosis of various brain conditions. Neuropsychology is
the study and evaluation of the relationship between the brain and behavior in order to treat dysfunctions in that relationship. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Neuropsychology practices include headaches, Parkinson's disease, movement disorders like epilepsy, as well as memory and cognitive disorders.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Neuropsychology
practices include bedside cognitive and behavioral neurologic screens; evaluation of intelligence, executive functions (such as planning, abstraction, conceptualization), attention, memory, language, perception, sensorimotor functions, motivation, mood state and emotion, quality of life, and personality styles.
A clinical psychologist who applies principles of assessment and intervention based upon the scientific study of human behavior as it relates to normal and abnormal functioning of the central nervous system. The specialty is dedicated to enhancing the understanding of brain-behavior relationships and the application of such knowledge to human problems.
Neuropsychologists in Frederick, MD
Psychology
Michael Garofano, Ph.d., LLC is a Psychology practice in Frederick, MD
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders.
Psychologists at Michael Garofano, Ph.d., LLC perform
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 at
Psychology practices 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 Psychology
practices 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 Frederick, MD
Health Psychology
Michael Garofano, Ph.d., LLC is a Health Psychology practice in Frederick, MD
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in understanding the economic, social, emotional, and mental influencers that might cause illnesses.
Health Psychologists at Michael Garofano, Ph.d., LLC perform
therapies to help patients overcome lifestyle issues that could impact their physical well-being. Health Psychology is
the psychology branch that focuses on how a patient's physical health is affected by social, emotional, and mental factors; and their emotional and mental reaction to sickness and recovery. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Health Psychology practices include psychosomatic illnesses like phobias, emotional eating, smoking, and self-control challenges.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Health Psychology
practices include physical and psychological assessments.
A psychologist who specializes in clinical health psychology that investigates and implements clinical services across diverse populations and settings to promote health and well-being and to prevent, treat, and manage illness and disability. Clinical health psychology sees health as the confluence of psychological, social, cultural, and biological factors and applies this understanding to professional activities including:
* Research
* Clinical service
* Consulting with, educating, and supervising other health care providers and psychologists
* Advising organizations, institutions, the public, and policymakers
Health Psychologists in Frederick, MD
