3.7
6 Ratings with 6 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Mary J. Ward is an Associate Research Professor of Psychology in Pediatrics and Psychiatry. In her practice, Dr. Ward offers assistance to parents with concerns about sleeping, feeding, toileting, discipline, parent-child communication, and other behavioral issues. Her focus is on collaborating with parents to define goals, teaching agreed-upon strategies, and coaching parents in how to use those strategies independently. Dr. Ward’s approach is non-judgmental, relationship-focused, and presumes parent competence. In addition, Dr. Ward conducts diagnostic assessments for autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. She offers parent coaching to address problem behaviors in children. Her research focuses on issues relevant to the lives of young children, using methods from basic developmental science. Dr. Ward is especially interested in the study of special populations of infants and young children. Over the past 35 years, she has studied children with …malnutrition, adolescent mothers and their children, children adopted from overseas, and the grandchildren of adults with HIV. Dr. Ward has remained at the forefront of research on attachment, including assessment of attachment in infants, preschool children, adolescents, and adults. Her work has been supported by grants from the National Institutes of Health and private foundations and her work is published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Ward received a bachelor’s degree in psychology, graduating summa cum laude from Bucknell in 1978. She earned a Ph.D. in developmental psychology from the Institute of Child Development, University of Minnesota in 1983. That same year, she came to Cornell University Medical College (now Weill Cornell Medical College) the Department of Pediatrics and has remained since.
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My wife and I are grateful for the insight, support, and guidance we've received from Dr. Ward as we work toward finding new and better ways to support your 2-year-old daughter. We look forward to continuing our relationship with her!
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Quick Facts
- 18 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University Of Minnesota Medical School
- 6 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mary J Ward
Medical Specialties
Mary J Ward has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Mary J Ward has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Psychologist, New York, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 2008
Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Mary Ward speak?
- Mary Ward speaks English.
- Where is Mary Ward's office located?
- Mary Ward's office is located at 505 East 70th Street Helmsley Tower, 3rd Floor, New York, NY, 10021.
- Which hospitals is Mary Ward affiliated with?
- Mary Ward is affiliated with Newyork Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Mary Ward?
- You can find contact information for Mary Ward here on Vitals.
- Does Mary Ward accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Mary Ward accepts on their Vitals profile.
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