Pediatric Neuropsychologist

• Jun 2017 - Present

Pediatric Neuropsychologist

• Aug 2015 - Jun 2017

Conduct neuropsychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults (through college age). I also attend school meetings (e.g., 504, IEP) with families upon request, advise schools on appropriate accommodation for patients, and provide educational talks for the community and other professionals. I am actively involved in the development of the Early Developmental Assessment Clinic and RACE Program at the Dirksen Center. I participate as a team member in the D.E.A.R. Clinic which… Show more Conduct neuropsychological assessments for children, adolescents, and young adults (through college age). I also attend school meetings (e.g., 504, IEP) with families upon request, advise schools on appropriate accommodation for patients, and provide educational talks for the community and other professionals. I am actively involved in the development of the Early Developmental Assessment Clinic and RACE Program at the Dirksen Center. I participate as a team member in the D.E.A.R. Clinic which provides Autism evaluations for un/underinsured children in McHenry County.

Pediatric Neuropsychology Fellow

• Sep 2013 - Aug 2015

Research Assistant

• May 2013 - Jan 2014

Administered the ADOS-2 and confirmed diagnosis as part of a nation wide research study. The purpose of the study was to develop a blood test that detects children who are at high risk for an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Administered the ADOS-2 and confirmed diagnosis as part of a nation wide research study. The purpose of the study was to develop a blood test that detects children who are at high risk for an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Behavior Therapist

• Aug 2012 - Sep 2013

Conducted individual behavior therapy and social skills groups for children on the autism spectrum. Conducted arena style medical diagnostics for children with developmental delays aged 24-36 months. Conducted individual behavior therapy and social skills groups for children on the autism spectrum. Conducted arena style medical diagnostics for children with developmental delays aged 24-36 months.

Pediatric Neuropsychology Intern

• Jul 2011 - Jul 2012

Conducted Inpatient neuropsychological screenings and comprehensive outpatient neuropsychological evaluations with individuals aged 5-18 who had traumatic brain injuries, strokes, tumors and other physical trauma. Provided support, therapy and psychoeducation to patient and family members. Provided outpatient cognitive rehabilitation to pediatric TBI survivors and spinal cord injury patients. Conducted Inpatient neuropsychological screenings and comprehensive outpatient neuropsychological evaluations with individuals aged 5-18 who had traumatic brain injuries, strokes, tumors and other physical trauma. Provided support, therapy and psychoeducation to patient and family members. Provided outpatient cognitive rehabilitation to pediatric TBI survivors and spinal cord injury patients.

Advanced Psychology Extern

• Jul 2010 - Jun 2011

Assessed children for autism using the ADOS. Provided individual behavioral therapy and social skills groups with children on the Autism Spectrum. Led parent training sessions in Spanish for parents of children with pervasive developmental disorders. Assessed children for autism using the ADOS. Provided individual behavioral therapy and social skills groups with children on the Autism Spectrum. Led parent training sessions in Spanish for parents of children with pervasive developmental disorders.

Advanced Psychology Extern

• Jul 2010 - Jun 2011

Provided individual and family therapy with children and adolescents. Conducted psychological testing including neuropsychological screenings and social-emotional functioning. Emergency room psychiatric evaluations and C/L work. Provided individual and family therapy with children and adolescents. Conducted psychological testing including neuropsychological screenings and social-emotional functioning. Emergency room psychiatric evaluations and C/L work.

Therapy Extern

• Sep 2009 - Sep 2010

Provided individual, family and couple therapy to a diverse population in both English and Spanish as needed, using Emotion-focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Conducted intake interviews and intellectual, personality and neuropsychological testing. Member of a multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers and counselors. Provided Crisis Intervention services. Provided comprehensive treatment planning and reviews and writing weekly patient… Show more Provided individual, family and couple therapy to a diverse population in both English and Spanish as needed, using Emotion-focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Conducted intake interviews and intellectual, personality and neuropsychological testing. Member of a multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers and counselors. Provided Crisis Intervention services. Provided comprehensive treatment planning and reviews and writing weekly patient progress notes. Provided consultation services to the other staff and conducted suicide assessments. Show less Provided individual, family and couple therapy to a diverse population in both English and Spanish as needed, using Emotion-focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Conducted intake interviews and intellectual, personality and neuropsychological testing. Member of a multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers and counselors. Provided Crisis Intervention services. Provided comprehensive treatment planning and reviews and writing weekly patient… Show more Provided individual, family and couple therapy to a diverse population in both English and Spanish as needed, using Emotion-focused therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques. Conducted intake interviews and intellectual, personality and neuropsychological testing. Member of a multi-disciplinary team including psychiatrists, nurses, social workers and counselors. Provided Crisis Intervention services. Provided comprehensive treatment planning and reviews and writing weekly patient progress notes. Provided consultation services to the other staff and conducted suicide assessments. Show less

Community Support Specialist

• Sep 2009 - Jul 2010

Provided in-home and community-based services to children and adolescents with severe and/or persistent mental illness. Delivered home-based behavior interventions that are related to a team-developed strengths-based treatment plan. Provided in-home and community-based services to children and adolescents with severe and/or persistent mental illness. Delivered home-based behavior interventions that are related to a team-developed strengths-based treatment plan.

Diagnostic Extern

• 2008 - Nov 2009

Provided intellectual, achievement and personality assessments to individuals from ages 5-21 in an inpatient setting. Provided Crisis Intervention in the Chicagoland area. Facilitated weekly group therapy with adolescents. Provided intellectual, achievement and personality assessments to individuals from ages 5-21 in an inpatient setting. Provided Crisis Intervention in the Chicagoland area. Facilitated weekly group therapy with adolescents.

Service Coordinator

• Jan 2006 - Jul 2008

Case management for the Illinois Early Invention Program, maintaining a primarily Spanish-speaking caseload. Case management for the Illinois Early Invention Program, maintaining a primarily Spanish-speaking caseload.