Neuropsychology Program

Neuropsychology Program

  • About
  • Approach
  • Services
  • Appointments
  • Locations
  • Doctors

    • The Neuropsychology Program at University of Michigan Health has a longstanding tradition of evaluating cognitive and behavioral characteristics across diverse patient groups. This program collaborates closely with multiple departments such as Psychiatry, Neurology, Radiology, Pediatrics, Anesthesiology, Surgery, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Internal Medicine, and other university units like Nursing, Public Health, and Engineering.

    Our Approach

    Annually, our program evaluates over 3,000 patients referred for neuropsychological symptoms due to medical and neurological conditions, including dementia, mood disorders, and neurodevelopmental and learning/attention problems. It also conducts pre-surgical evaluations and generates research initiatives, contributing to research-based examinations throughout the medical center and university, along with industry contracts.

    To learn more about neuropsychology research and education at the University of Michigan Medical School, visit the Department of Psychiatry Neuropsychology Program page on the U-M Medical School  website

     

    Services

    Our neuropsychology program provides comprehensive assessment and consultation services for individuals across their lifespan. We work with patients, families, and healthcare teams to support accurate diagnosis, guide treatment planning, and improve quality of life.

    Adult Neuropsychology

    Our adult services specialize in the evaluation of:

    • Neurological disorders (e.g. stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, ALS)
    • Psychiatric conditions with cognitive impact (e.g. depression, anxiety, psychosis)
    • Cognitive aging, mild cognitive impairment and dementia
    • Complex medical conditions (e.g. cardiac, oncology, organ transplantation)

    Services include:

    • Comprehensive neuropsychological assessments
    • Pre- and post-surgical evaluations (e.g., epilepsy surgery, deep brain stimulation)
    • Traumatic brain injury and concussion assessments
    • Cognitive and behavioral recommendations
    • Patient and family education and support

    Pediatric Neuropsychology

    Our pediatric team provides evaluations and consultations for children, adolescents, and young adults with:

    • Developmental and learning disorders (e.g. ADHD, dyslexia, intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder)
    • Neurological and genetic conditions (e.g. epilepsy, cerebral palsy, neurofibromatosis, spina bifida)
    • Effects of cancer and related treatment, congenital heart disease, or organ transplantation
    • Traumatic brain injury and concussion
    • Psychiatric conditions affecting cognition and learning

    We work closely with schools, families, and medical providers to provide tailored recommendations that support academic, social, and emotional success.

    Appointment Information

    To schedule an appointment, please call 734-764-0231.

    Locations
    • Neuropsychology Testing | Commonwealth Building 2101 Commonwealth Blvd Ste C
      Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2969       Get Directions

    Providers

     Search for a U-M Health provider     Cynthia Zurhellen Burton, PhD

    Cynthia Zurhellen Burton, PhD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Clinical Neuropsychology

    Kimberley Pytlak Heinrich, PhD

    Kimberley Pytlak Heinrich, PhD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology

    Amanda Hollos Cook Maher, PhD

    Amanda Hollos Cook Maher, PhD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Psychology

    David Francis Marshall, PhD

    David Francis Marshall, PhD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology

    Kaitlin Ann Oswald, PhD

    Kaitlin Ann McCloskey, PhD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology

    Kyler Robert Woodford Mulhauser, PhD

    Kyler Robert Woodford Mulhauser, PhD

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology

    Carol Catherine Persad, PhD

    Carol Catherine Persad, PhD

    Clinical Professor

    Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology, Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology

    Annette Elizabeth Richard, PhD

    Annette Elizabeth Richard, PhD

    Clinical Associate Professor

    Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology

    Kelly Ann Ryan, PhD

    Kelly Ann Ryan, PhD

    Clinical Professor

    Clinical Psychology, Clinical Neuropsychology

    Taylor Rose Schmitt, PhD

    Taylor Rose Schmitt, PhD

    Clinical Assistant Professor

    Clinical Neuropsychology

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