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Psychologist and Therapist in Wilmington, Delaware Dr. Zakiya Adams-Best, Psychologist

License: PsyD

Provider Gender: Female

Ages Served: 6-21

Appointments: In-office and Telehealth

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy & testing only

Dr. Zakiya Adams-Best, PsyD

Dr. Zakiya Adams-Best, PsyD is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults in their mental health journeys through comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. She is a licensed clinical psychologist who originated from Trinidad and Tobago. She specializes in pediatric neuropsychological assessments. Dr. Adams-Best completed a fellowship in child and adolescent neuropsychology at the Center for Attention and Learning at Northwell Health/Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. Dr. Adams-Best specializes in understanding the unique needs and strengths of her patients, particularly those navigating neurodevelopmental disorders including ADHD, autism, learning disorders, intellectual disabilities, and language disorders.

She is particularly passionate about helping children and adolescents (ages 4 to 17), recognizing the critical role that early and accurate assessments play in fostering their development and success. She also works with young adults (ages 18 to 21), providing evaluations to support their transition to college. Her approach integrates a thorough understanding of both the clinical and educational contexts, allowing her to advocate effectively for her patients. Dr. Adams-Best offers neuropsychological testing to better evaluate and understand the cognitive and behavioral profiles of her patients. This detailed assessment process helps identify specific areas of need, guiding interventions and support strategies tailored to each individual and their specific circumstances.

Dr. Adams-Best received her doctoral degree from the combined School-Clinical Child Psychology program at Yeshiva University. Prior to this, Dr. Adams-Best graduated with Honors with a Bachelor of Science from Emory University where she focused on Educational Studies and Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology. Outside of her professional life, Dr. Adams-Best enjoys staying active through fitness, engaging in creative craft projects, and traveling to learn about diverse cultures.

Expertise

Testing

  • Neuropsychological Testing

Education

  • Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology

    Graduate School | 2019

    Bronx, NY, United States

  • Kings County Hospital

    Internship | 2019

    Brooklyn, NY, United States

  • Emory University

    Undergraduate | 2014

    Atlanta, GA, United States

Languages

  • English

FAQs

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