NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
Clinical neuropsychology is a specialty profession that focuses on brain-behavior relationships. A clinical neuropsychologist is a licensed psychologist with expertise in how behavior is related to brain structure and function. Assessment involves detailed testing of cognitive abilities (e.g., thinking skills, attention, memory). A clinical neuropsychologist conducts the evaluation and makes recommendations. Clinical neuropsychologists can also provide treatment, such as cognitive rehabilitation, behavior management, or psychotherapy.
In my practice, I conduct neuropsychological assessment of clients aged 18 years and up for concerns related to diagnosis and treatment of
- Brain injury/concussion
- Stroke
- Memory declines/dementia
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Learning disabilities
- Neuroinfectious illness
- General medical illness
- Neurotoxic injury
- Genetic and developmental disorders
- Psychiatric illness
Please read the American Psychological Association's informational brochure about what is assessed in a typical evaluation, and how test scores are used to understand your particular situation: Neuropsychological Evaluation: A Guide for Patients and Their Families
In my assessment practice, clients are either self-referred or referred to me from specialty medicine (rehabilitation medicine, neurology, psychiatry), to clarify diagnostic questions and make treatment recommendations. I assess and diagnosis problems with cognitive function and psychological/behavioral concerns. Typically, my services are requested when someone is experiencing difficulties in learning, memory, attention, or other thinking skill areas.
