Dr. Ward, is a California-licensed psychologist and proud veteran of both the U.S. Army and law enforcement. He brings a distinctive perspective to his clinical work, shaped by more than two decades of combined experience in public safety, military, and mental health settings.

As a father of three sons, two of whom currently serve in the U.S. Army, Dr. Ward understands the challenges of balancing family, duty, and personal well-being. His professional and personal experiences have inspired a deep commitment to helping individuals and families build resilience through compassion, evidence-based care, and clear, honest communication.

Dr. Ward earned his Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from the College of Psychology at John F. Kennedy University, an APA-accredited program. He completed an APA-accredited internship at Aurora Behavioral Healthcare in San Diego, where he worked exclusively with active-duty military service members in an inpatient treatment setting. Over the course of his career, he has provided care in hospitals, schools, forensic programs, and neurobehavioral units. At Catalight Care Services in Walnut Creek, California, Dr. Ward specialized in conducting comprehensive developmental and autism assessments for children.

His clinical approach integrates structured assessment with practical, real-world insight, helping clients and families better understand emotional, cognitive, and behavioral functioning. Whether supporting a child with developmental differences, an adult navigating stress or trauma, or a first responder facing burnout, Dr. Ward’s practice is grounded in empathy, integrity, and service.