LaKeisha Hamilton, PhD, Post Doctorate, Post-Doctoral Fellow in Chicago, Illinois

Approach in Testing

Dr. Hamilton approaches psychological and neuropsychological assessment with a thoughtful, individualized, and collaborative framework. She understands that test results are most meaningful when interpreted within the context of a person’s lived experiences, cultural background, developmental history, and current functioning. Her assessment process integrates comprehensive clinical interviews, evidence-based standardized measures, behavioral observations, and collateral information to ensure accurate, nuanced understanding rather than reliance on test scores alone. Dr. Hamilton is especially attentive to differential diagnosis, carefully distinguishing between overlapping presentations such as ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, mood disorders, and neurocognitive concerns.

In neuropsychological evaluations, Dr. Hamilton emphasizes understanding how cognitive strengths and vulnerabilities impact daily functioning, academic or occupational performance, and emotional well-being. She prioritizes clarity, transparency, and clinical utility, ensuring that findings are explained in accessible language and directly linked to practical recommendations. Her assessments are strengths-based and affirming, designed not only to clarify diagnoses when appropriate, but also to empower clients with insight, validation, and actionable strategies for support, treatment, and long-term success.

Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Hamilton enjoys running, playing the piano, shopping, collecting coins, volunteering, and traveling.

LaKeisha Hamilton provides services with supervision.