NEUROPSYCHOLOGISTS

Our neuropsychologists are highly trained with expertise in sophisticated testing and assessment for memory loss and behavioral disorders. We have provided the educational background and credentials of our neuropsychologists for your review.

• Amy B. Palmer, Psy.D.
• Kimi L. Carson, Ph.D.

• Leslie Reis, LCSW

Amy B. Palmer, Psy.D.

Education:

• B.A. Psychology, Davidson College, Davidson, North Carolina 1995
• M.A., Experimental Psychology, Hollins University, Roanoke Virginia 1996
• Internship, Pine Rest Mental Health, Grand Rapids, Michigan 1999-2000
• Psy.D.,Clinical Psychology, Loyola College, Baltimore, Maryland 2001
• Post-Doctoral Fellow in Clinical Neuropsychology, Institute of Living/Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT2000-2002 (APPCN member)

• American Psychological Association
• National Academy of Neuropsychology
• International Neuropsychology Society
• Connecticut Psychological Association

• Psi Chi Honor Society, Hollins University
• Letter of Commendation, Davidson College

Education:

• B.A., Psychology, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, 1997
• M.S., Clinical Psychology, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 2000
• Internship in Clinical Neuropsychology, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Tucson, Arizona 2002-3003
• Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 2003
• Fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, New York 2003-2004

• American Psychological Association (APA)
• The International Neuropsychological Society (INS)

SOCIAL WORKER

Our Licensed Clinical Social Worker is skilled in the provision of out-patient clinical social work services across the lifespan. We have provided the educational background and credentials of our Licensed Clinical Social Worker for your review.

Leslie Reis, LCSW

Education:

• B.S. Special Education/Psychology, Southern Connecticut State University, 1985
• M.S.W., Specialization Children and Family, Southern Connecticut State University, 1988
• Certificate Program Animal Assisted Therapy, Mercy College, New York, 1992

Affiliations:

• National Association of Social Workers
• Delta Society, Human Animal Health Connection

Honors/Awards:

• B.S., Magna Cum Laude
• M.S.W., Award for Academic Excellence
• Thesis Award, S.C.S.U., and Mercy College

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

Our Physician Assistant is highly skilled and trained in neurology. We have provided the educational background and credentials of our Physician Assistant for your review.

• Bozena Czapka, MHS, PA-C

Bozena Czapka, MHS, PA-C

Education:

• Master in Health Science, Physician Assistant Program, Quinipiac University, Hamden, CT 2001
• Bachelors of Science, University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT 1998

• St. Vincent's Hospital Bridgeport, CT
• New Britain Hospital, New Britain, CT

• American Academy of Physician Assistants
• NCCPA Member
• Connecticut Academy of Physician Assistants
• Member of Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society
• AAPA Multicultural Committee Delegate

• Fundamental Critical Care Support
• Rehabilitation Management of Patient With Neurological Dysfunction
• NCCPA Certifications

• Academic Achievement in Biology and Chemistry, University of Bridgeport
• President's List, University of Bridgeport