The Multidisciplincary Assessment Program (MAP) is typically a three-day assessment of complex behavioral problems, conducted by a team of multiple disciplines and specialties in order to assess an individual for the existence and severity of any medical/psychiatric illness, and to make appropriate treatment recommendations.

MAP provides:

• A multidimensional description and evaluation fo the problem behaviors
• A diagnostic summary based on the team''s assessments
• Recommendation for treatment plan and options available
• A comprehensive written report issued in a timely manner

Who are appropriate clients for the MAP?

Most clients are licensed professionals or executives referred by employers, peer assistance groups or licensing and regulatory agencies. Persons are usually referred to the MAP because of behaviors that raise questions about the person''s ability to function with the professional judgement and safety sensitivity required by their positions.

What does the MAP accomplish?

The MAP seeks to identify and clarify causes of the problematic behavior, assess for the existence and severity of medical/psychiatric illness, and make recommendations for appropriate treatment. In certain cases as requested, a determination regarding fitness for duty is made.

What does the MAP include?

The MAP is based on a standard assessment protocol, but is also menu driven to accommodate the situation. Evaluation components include:

The MAP Team includes licensed psychologists, board certified psychiatrists including a board certified forensic psychiatrist, physicians board-certified in family practice and addiction medicine, licensed psychologists, certified alcohol and drug counselors (Masters Level) and/or licensed and certified social workers.

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