Dr. Shanna Cooper is board certified in clinical neuropsychology and a licensed clinical psychologist. Her expertise includes forensic, clinical, and FAA neuropsychological assessments in adults and older adults.
She evaluates cognitive and emotional functioning in a range of disorders including pre-dementia/dementia, concussion/brain injuries, medical disorders (e.g., brain tumor, epilepsy, HIV), and psychiatric disorders (e.g., bipolar disorder, depression). Dr. Cooper's research has focused on the interplay of cognition and emotion particularly at early stages of developing a range of disorders, such as psychosis and neurodegenerative conditions. She conducts science-informed evaluations, written reports, and verbal testimony.
Dr. Cooper earned her doctorate in clinical psychology and neuroscience from Temple University and completed her neuropsychology internship and two-year neuropsychology fellowship (both APA accredited) at VA San Diego / UC San Diego; she completed an additional three-year neuropsychological apprenticeship in forensic neuropsychology with Dean C. Delis, Ph.D., ABPP-CN.
Dr. Cooper is a member of and regularly services in leadership positions for numerous professional organization. These organizations include the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology (AACN), the American Psychological Association (APA), the International Neuropsychological Society (INS), and the National Academy of Neuropsychology (NAN).