Licensed Psychologist & Neuropsychologist
2321
Broad Street
Colmar, PA 18915
215-997-3600
fax: 215-997-9409
Voice Mail Line: 215-997-3607
Voice Mail Extension: 422
SPECIALIZING IN:
• Psychotherapy for individuals who are adjusting to brain injuries, neurological problems, or other medical conditions
• Neuropsychological assessment to evaluate cognitive and emotional functioning in individuals with medical and neurological conditions, including traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, brain tumors, epilepsy, and more
• Psychoeducational evaluations
• Children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients
EDUCATION:
Ph.D. 2000: Georgia State University, Atlanta, GA
Clinical Psychology, with focus in NeuropsychologyM.A. 1989: University of Delaware, Newark, DE
Master of Arts, Psychology/NeuroscienceB.A. 1985: Millersville University of Pennsylvania, Millersville, PA
Bachelor of Arts, PsychologyInternship: Clinical Neuropsychology, Eastern Pennsylvania Psychiatric and Medical College of Pennsylvania-Hahnemann University Hospital
PERSONAL STATEMENT:
My primary interest throughout my training has been in understanding the interaction between the brain and an individual’s behavior, emotions, cognition, and personality. I believe that an individual’s sense of self and the ability to function productively in his/her daily life is interrelated with both physical and emotional well-being. It is now known that many psychiatric problems are linked to problems in the brain or in the body. For example, some medications, some medical problems (such as diabetes), genetics, and even some healthy habits (e.g., exercise) can all affect whether (or not) an individual feels depressed.
My approach
to psychotherapy is based on cognitive-behavioral theory (CBT) but I am
also influenced by humanistic/existential approaches as well. This means
that therapy sessions will typically focus on ways a patient thinks about
his/her life and concerns, as well as exploring their deeper meaning for
the patient. For those with neurological illnesses or injuries, I encourage
exploration of the impact of that injury on the patient’s emotional
health. The ultimate outcome from my work with patients, I believe, is
to facilitate a process of self-awareness and positive change which will
then allow the patient to make the healthiest choices for him- or herself,
and so that the best quality of life can be achieved.
A large part of my work at INTROSPECT involves assessment, either neuropsychological
or learning disability assessment. I believe that assessment is not just
a method for gaining information about patients, but is also an opportunity
for therapeutic intervention. It is my hope that, through a collaborative
assessment and feedback to the patient, patients and their families will
leave the examination having gained insight about themselves, their strengths
and weaknesses, and their life choices. This is what distinguishes a “therapeutic
assessment” from one without therapeutic impact. This model of therapeutic
assessment formed the basis of my doctoral dissertation research, which
examined the clinical impact of neuropsychological assessment on students
with various academic problems.
INSURANCE COVERAGE
Personal
Choice -- In-network provider
AETNA U.S. Healthcare -- In-network provider
Many
other insurance companies will provide coverage for my
services. Please call INTROSPECT'S office at 215-997-3600 between 9:30am
and 4:30 pm to verify if I may be a provider for your insurance.
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