Psychological Assessment
The MCC offers an array of psychological assessment services for adults of all ages.
ADHD
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is an over-diagnosed, over-medicated phenomenon in our society at the moment. As psychologists, the MCC doctors seek to first establish the legitimacy of an ADHD diagnosis via an array of psychological tests, including standardized, objective measures. The MCC ADHD examination is an extensive process that involves approximately four hours of testing, as well as gathering essential information from the patient’s spouse and/or parent(s). The MCC psychologists are conservative in their diagnosis of ADHD, and patients can rest assured that they will not be carelessly diagnosed or unnecessarily medicated after receiving one of our detailed evaluations.
Cognitive Functioning
The MCC psychologists are able to provide valuable information with regard to memory, intelligence, executive functioning, and problem-solving abilities. Our doctors work closely with our patients’ physicians to provide helpful information on whether a head or brain injury has resulted in functional impairments. We are also able to identify uninjured individuals who are experiencing early signs of cognitive dysfunction by comparing their performance on various cognitive tests to other individuals his or her age. Please call to schedule a cognitive examination today if your are concerned about your memory or that of a loved one.
Board of Nursing and Board of Pharmacy Substance Abuse Evaluations
Dr. Ward is contracted with the Oklahoma Boards of Nursing and Pharmacy to provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for nurses and pharmacists who have been identified as possibly having a substance abuse disorder and/or mental illness. Dr. Ward meets with the professional, administers several psychological tests, obtains collateral information from employers and spouses, and ultimately renders an opinion on whether the professional is fit for nursing/pharmacy practice. If impairments are detected, Dr. Ward identifies what treatments are necessary for rehabilitation and a return to safe clinical practice.
OKDHS Parent Competency Exams
Several MCC psychologists are trained to deliver high-quality psychological examinations to parents currently involved in the process of reunification with their child(ren) after having lost custody. The MCC doctors who perform these examinations interview the parent extensively, obtain collateral information from DHS, and administer several psychological tests. The ultimate purpose of the forensic evaluation is to determine whether any serious mental illness or cognitive deficit is present that would prevent the parent from adequately and appropriately exercising his/her parental rights, duties, and responsibilities.
CLEET Psychological Exams
The MCC provides high quality mental health screenings for persons seeking an armed security guard license or an armed private investigator license through the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET). The screening consists of a diagnostic clinical interview and the administration of one or more personality tests. The objective of the assessment is to deliver a professional opinion on whether the individual seeking licensure has the psychological capability to exercise appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control necessary for the authorization to carry a firearm.
Veteran’s Services
The MCC is contracted with VA affiliates to provide Veterans with high-quality compensation and pension (C&P) examinations. Dr. Ward completed his pre-doctoral training at the Oklahoma City VA working with Veterans of various war eras on a daily basis. We are sensitive to the health and mental health issues our Veterans face as a result of their service, and are honored to be a part of the process of recognizing them for the sacrifices they have made and any injury they may have sustained as a result.
Social Security Disability Exams
Several MCC doctors provide mental status examinations and/or cognitive examinations to assist in the determination of whether an individual meets criteria for disability due to a mental illness and/or cognitive deficiency. The MCC doctors also fairly serve individuals whose claim has been denied by the Social Security Administration, and who are appealing the decision with the assistance of legal representation.
ADHD
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is an over-diagnosed, over-medicated phenomenon in our society at the moment. As psychologists, the MCC doctors seek to first establish the legitimacy of an ADHD diagnosis via an array of psychological tests, including standardized, objective measures. The MCC ADHD examination is an extensive process that involves approximately four hours of testing, as well as gathering essential information from the patient’s spouse and/or parent(s). The MCC psychologists are conservative in their diagnosis of ADHD, and patients can rest assured that they will not be carelessly diagnosed or unnecessarily medicated after receiving one of our detailed evaluations.
Cognitive Functioning
The MCC psychologists are able to provide valuable information with regard to memory, intelligence, executive functioning, and problem-solving abilities. Our doctors work closely with our patients’ physicians to provide helpful information on whether a head or brain injury has resulted in functional impairments. We are also able to identify uninjured individuals who are experiencing early signs of cognitive dysfunction by comparing their performance on various cognitive tests to other individuals his or her age. Please call to schedule a cognitive examination today if your are concerned about your memory or that of a loved one.
Board of Nursing Substance Abuse Evaluations
Dr. Ward is contracted with the Oklahoma Board of Nursing to provide comprehensive psychological evaluations for nurses who have been identified as possibly having a substance abuse disorder and/or mental illness. Dr. Ward meets with the nurse, administers several psychological tests, obtains collateral information from employers and spouses, and ultimately renders an opinion on whether the nurse is impaired and incapable of nursing practice. If impairments are detected, Dr. Ward identifies what treatments are necessary for rehabilitation and a return to safe nursing practice.
OKDHS Parent Competency Exams
Several MCC psychologists are trained to deliver high-quality psychological examinations to parents currently involved in the process of reunification with their child(ren) after having lost custody. The MCC doctors who perform these examinations interview the parent extensively, obtain collateral information from DHS, and administer several psychological tests. The ultimate purpose of the forensic evaluation is to determine whether any serious mental illness or cognitive deficit is present that would prevent the parent from adequately and appropriately exercising his/her parental rights, duties, and responsibilities.
CLEET Psychological Exams
Social Security Disability Exams
Several MCC doctors provide mental status examinations and/or cognitive examinations to assist in the determination of whether an individual meets criteria for disability due to a mental illness and/or cognitive deficiency. The MCC doctors also fairly serve individuals whose claim has been denied by the Social Security Administration, and who are appealing the decision with the assistance of legal representation.
Veteran’s Services
The MCC is contracted with VA affiliates to provide Veterans with high-quality compensation and pension (C&P) examinations. Dr. Ward completed his pre-doctoral training at the Oklahoma City VA working with Veterans of various war eras on a daily basis. We are sensitive to the health and mental health issues our Veterans face as a result of their service, and are honored to be a part of the process of recognizing them for the sacrifices they have made and any injury they may have sustained as a result.
