I am a...

Board-certified Clinical Neuropsychologist
Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), State of Calif., Dept. of Industrial Relations, Div. of Workers Compensation Medical Unit
Licensed psychologist
Licensed school psychologist

My services include:

Diagnostic evaluations for adults and children (DSM-IV-TR)
Consultation services
Workers Compensation evaluations

I am experienced in assessment to help determine if adult patients suffer from mental or emotional problems due to any type of brain injury. I also work with older adults and their families and caregivers. For example, I can help determine if someone has dementia due to Alzheimer's disease or stroke and provide direction for resources.

The type of clinical services I provide can do the following:

Give an accurate diagnosis of dementia (and help rule out other conditions)
Assess for emotional disorders
Determine if older adults are competent to handle their affairs
Develop a comprehensive treatment plan
Provide resources for patients and their caregivers

I also…

Am a MEDICARE provider

My Education

UCLA post-doctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology
Ohio State University doctorate in Clinical Psychology
VA Medical Center Psychology Internship
Clinical Psychology
Specialized in treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder

My Credentials

Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME), Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties
Professor, Emerita, Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at UCLA
Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Neuropsychology
Licensed school psychologist (SP189)
Licensed psychologist (PSY10688)