Dr. Nancy Spencer and Associates
Call 239-829-5494 or 239-900-6369
Psychological Specialties
The intent of cognitive evaluations is to provide an overall description of the patient’s current level of cognitive and emotional functioning. Among cognitive areas that will be assessed are intelligence and executive functions, language skills (receptive and expressive), visuo-constructive skills, attention, and memory performance (verbal and visual). Its purpose is to provide differential diagnostic information, to address the pattern of cognitive strengths and weaknesses, to enhance diagnostic accuracy, to determine the severity of deficits and to determine overall cognitive function. The patient will be provided with a description of their assessment results (feedback). Relevant caregivers (e.g. family members or friends) are encouraged to be present to assist in development of a rational and personalized treatment plan
Neuropsychological Evaluations
Comprehensive evaluations designed to assess cognitive functioning, including memory, attention, language, executive functioning, processing speed, and visuospatial abilities. These evaluations help clarify diagnoses such as dementia, mild cognitive impairment, ADHD, traumatic brain injury, stroke, learning disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and other neurological or medical conditions affecting cognition. Recommendations are individualized to support treatment planning, daily functioning, school, work, and quality of life.
Psychological Evaluations
In-depth psychological assessments used to better understand emotional, behavioral, personality, and cognitive functioning. Evaluations are tailored to the individual’s presenting concerns and may assist with diagnosis, treatment planning, educational accommodations, medical procedures, or personal insight.
Intelligence Evaluations
Standardized testing designed to assess intellectual functioning, problem-solving abilities, reasoning, processing speed, and academic-related cognitive skills. These evaluations may be useful for giftedness identification, academic planning, learning concerns, or diagnostic clarification.
Personality Evaluations
Comprehensive assessments that examine personality structure, emotional functioning, coping style, interpersonal patterns, and psychological strengths and vulnerabilities. These evaluations may assist with treatment planning, diagnostic clarification, and understanding long-standing behavioral or emotional concerns.
Mood Evaluations
Evaluations focused on symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, adjustment difficulties, and emotional well-being. These assessments help identify contributing factors and guide recommendations for treatment and support.
Pre-Surgery Clearance Evaluations
Specialized psychological evaluations completed prior to certain medical procedures to assess emotional readiness, coping resources, understanding of the procedure, treatment expectations, and factors that may influence surgical outcome and recovery.
Pain Clearance Surgeries (Spinal Cord Stimulators and Pain Pumps)
Psychological evaluations completed prior to implantation procedures to assess coping strategies, emotional functioning, pain adjustment, treatment expectations, and overall readiness for surgery. These evaluations help optimize long-term treatment success and postoperative adjustment.
Parkinson’s Treatment Surgeries (DBS and FUS)
Pre-surgical evaluations for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Focused Ultrasound (FUS) procedures to assess cognitive functioning, emotional health, decision-making capacity, and readiness for advanced neurological treatment interventions.
Transplant Surgical Clearances
Psychological evaluations completed as part of the transplant approval process to assess emotional stability, coping abilities, treatment adherence, social support, and readiness for the demands associated with transplantation and recovery.
Various Counseling and Therapies
Individualized therapy services designed to support emotional well-being, improve coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and promote meaningful personal growth and healing. Treatment approaches are tailored to each patient’s unique needs and goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
An evidence-based treatment focused on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety, depression, stress, and other emotional difficulties.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
A skills-based therapy that emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT is particularly helpful for individuals experiencing emotional intensity, impulsivity, or difficulty managing stress.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
A specialized trauma-focused therapy designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences, distressing memories, anxiety, and related emotional symptoms.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
A mindfulness-based therapeutic approach that helps individuals develop psychological flexibility, accept difficult emotions, and move toward a values-driven and meaningful life.
Hypnosis
A therapeutic technique that utilizes focused attention and guided relaxation to assist with stress reduction, anxiety, pain management, habit change, and other emotional or behavioral concerns.
Marital Counseling
Therapy focused on improving communication, strengthening relationships, resolving conflict, and fostering healthier emotional connection between partners.
Supportive Counseling
Compassionate, supportive therapy designed to help individuals cope with life stressors, emotional challenges, transitions, grief, illness, and day-to-day difficulties while building resilience and emotional support.
Age Range Accommodations
Services are available for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. We proudly accommodate a wide range of ages, from approximately 8 years old through late adulthood (99+).