Mark Purcell, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist

Knowing that you or someone close to you needs help, is often only half the battle towards lasting change. Figuring out where to get the proper resources, and navigating the different systems can be a daunting and often frustrating process. Workshops and groups can provide some of the necessary skills and tools to promote positive change. Coordinating services with other agencies can also provide the additional support needed. We hope that the some of the services and resources listed here can help you navigate your path to personal well-being.

Resources & Support

Case Management

 

 

In addition to therapeutic services, many clients need assistance navigating the complicated systems which they may be involved with. These may include the educational system, legal involvement, and systems of psychiatric or substance abuse treatment. Mark's experience in community mental health has provided him with extensive experience navigating these systems and advocating for the needs of many clients. As part of his psychological services, Mark can assist clients and parents to better understand these different systems of care, and advocate for the most appropriate type of services.

 

 

Psychiatric Services

It may be very difficult to determine when you, or someone you care about, may require more intensive psychiatric services. Mark has provided psychological services to youth and adults with severe psychiatric diagnoses and collaborated with mental health service providers and hospitals. Due to his involvement with these service providers, he is able to advocate for the appropriate type of psychiatric services for my clients. Mark can help individuals and families navigate the mental health system so that each client receives all the necessary services to get healthy, function within the community, and remain safe.

 

 

 

Educational Services

Identifying the appropriate educational needs for your child, and insuring that they receive the necessary services can be challenging. Mark can provide assistance by advocating for your child's needs at Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings, consulting with teachers, or special education specialists. Additionally, he can conduct comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations to identify your child's learning challenges and make recommendations for specialized educational services. Often, having a professional involved throughout this process can insure that schools are providing the necessary educational support for your child to learn and succeed in school.

 

 

Legal System

Many of the clients Mark has worked with have had some involvement with the legal system, including Juvenile and Family Court, as well as the adult legal system. Most individuals and parents are unfamiliar with these aspects of the legal system, and can become overwhelmed trying to navigate this system. Mark has experience coordinating services for clients involved with various parts of the legal system. He is able to provide therapeutic services and psychological evaluations for individuals who may be incarcerated. He is also able to attend court hearings to present psychological evaluations and advocate for appropriate services. Additionally, he can provide legally-informed therapy and case management services to clients so that they are able to comply with mandates established by the courts and probation.

 

 

Online Resources

Addictions and Recovery

About Alcoholism

Al-Anon/Alateen

Alcoholics Anonymous

SAMHSA's Substance Abuse/Addiction

Web of Addictions

 

Anxiety

Answers to Your Questions About Panic Disorder

Introduction to Anxiety Disorders

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

 

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, NIMH

Born to Explore: The Other Side of ADD/ADHD

 

Bipolar Disorder

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) - Bipolar Disorder

 

Child Abuse and Domestic Violence

Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC) of San Mateo County

Childhelp USA®

National Domestic Violence Hotline Website

SAMSHA Child Protection

SAMSHA Protection and Advocacy

 

Chronic Fatigue

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

 

Depression

Bipolar Disorder News

Depression and How Therapy Can Help

Depression Screening

 

Developmental Disorders

Asperger's Disorder

Pervasive Developmental Disorders

 

Diagnosis

DSM-IV-TR: Diagnoses and Criteria

 

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Behavior Tech - DBT Training Institute

 

Medications

Drug Interactions, Drugs.com

Drug Interactions, DIRECT

Medical Dictionary

Medications, FDA

Medication, Internet Mental Health

Medline, Comparison

Multivitamins

 

Mental Health Care General Links

CounsellingResource.com

GoodTherapy.org

Internet Mental Health

Mental Health Counselor Resources, About.com

Mental Help Net

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

PsychCentral.com

 

Mindfulness & Mind-Body

Awareness Relaxation Training (ART)

Spirit Rock - Insight Meditation Retreat Center

Tara Brach, Ph.D.

 

Suicide Awareness and Hotlines

California Suicide  & Crisis Hotlines

Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE)

Suicide, Read This First

 

Trauma

National Center for PTSD

International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS)

 

Local Resources - Bay Area Recommended Psychotherapists and Agencies

Adolescent Counseling Services (ACS)

Aspire Adolescent Program El Camino Hospital

Holly Pedersen, Ph.D.

UCSF Adolescent DBT Program

 

 

 

Mark@Drmarkpurcell.com

Ph 650.421.6518

1139 San Carlos Ave.,  San Carlos, CA 94070

1811 Santa Rita Rd., Pleasanton, CA 94566