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What is a Clinical Neuropsychologist?

A clinical neuropsychologist is a professional within the field of psychology with special expertise in the applied science of brain-behavior relationships. Clinical neuropsychologists use and apply this knowledge in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and/or rehabilitation of patients across the lifespan with neurological, medical, neurodevelopmental, and psychiatric conditions, as well as other cognitive and learning disorders. ​​​

Training Required for a Clinical Neuropsychologist

  1. A doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited university training program.
  2. An internship, or its equivalent, in a clinically relevant area of professional psychology.
  3. The equivalent of two (full time) years of experience and specialized training, at least one of which is at the post-doctoral level, in the study and practice of clinical neuropsychology and related neurosciences. These two years include supervision by a clinical neuropsychologist.
  4. A license in his or her state or province to practice psychology and/or clinical neuropsychology independently, or is employed as a neuropsychologist by an exempt agency.
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(Criteria from the National Academy of Neuropsychology)

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