K Wortman (she, her, hers)

Managing longstanding medical concerns and rehabilitation is draining. I have worked for years with people who manage major illnesses such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis or have history of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) or stroke. Through my work in hospitals and on multidisciplinary teams I have the knowledge and experience to support you as you manage your pain/illness and traversing medical care with providers that often overlook, underappreciate the emotional toll recovery takes.

I specialize in memory assessment, aging and neurological disorders. I assess function of cognitive skills to provide answers to major questions. I also provide therapy for to help adjust to these diagnoses for yourself or caregivers.

Some transitions in life are expected, such as graduating high school. While other transitions are sudden and can be jarring or even traumatic, such as a car accident or a diagnosis of a major illness. Therapy is often a good space to traverse these transitions.

My work as a therapist and assessor is to see each patient in the context of our communities and their many identities. I aim to be culturally aware of possible difference while making space for each individual's self expression. Cultural responsivity is a life long journey. I aspire to continually learn about myself and the communities around me.

A neuropsychological assessment is a specialty exam that tests a person's thinking skills such as attention, memory, processing speed, and executive function. After thorough medical record review, in-person interview and testing, I will provide you results about current cognitive skills and possible diagnoses.

As one moves into older adulthood perspectives and abilities change. I have experience working with people managing multiple medical issues, grief, concerns over loss of function, and medical recovery. It has been a true honor to work with a variety of older adults at VA Medical Hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation and now through outpatient private practice.

As one moves into older adulthood perspectives and abilities change. I have experience working with people managing multiple medical issues, grief, concerns over loss of function, and medical recovery. It has been a true honor to work with a variety of older adults at VA Medical Hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation and now through outpatient private practice. Commonly people meet with me to work through concerns related to aging, past trauma, and current medical limitations.

We all have a range of skills and deficits. As a neuropsychologist, I am adept at assessing and providing psychotherapy for people with attention problems. Through our work you will learn about your strengths and how to best use those skills to manage your weaknesses. Through support and a little trial-and-error you will find ways to manage your daily life with more confidence and satisfaction.

As one moves into older adulthood perspectives and abilities change. I have experience working with people managing multiple medical issues, grief, concerns over loss of function, and medical recovery. It has been a true honor to work with a variety of older adults at VA Medical Hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation and now through outpatient private practice. Commonly people meet with me to work through concerns related to aging, past trauma, and current medical limitations.

As a clinical neuropsychologist, I have specialty training in the brain-behavior relationship. In assessment, I will learn about you through clinical interview, talking with friends or family, looking at medical and/or school records and finally through cognitive testing. I use a series of tasks to assess a variety of thinking skills. I pull all the information into a report that we discuss at feedback. I aim to provide information that is understandable and answers the questions you have.

As a clinical neuropsychologist I have expertise in diagnosing Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. I help families understand the diagnosis, prognosis and the next steps to getting comprehensive support. Through psychotherapy or consultation, I also work with family members needing support as they witness changes in a loved one.

We all have a range of skills and deficits. As a neuropsychologist, I am adept at assessing and providing psychotherapy for people with attention problems. Through our work you will learn about your strengths and how to best use those skills to manage your weaknesses. Through support and a little trial-and-error you will find ways to manage your daily life with more confidence and satisfaction.

People with history of TBI often report ongoing cognitive and mood symptoms long after their physical injuries have healed. These challenges can be difficult to describe to people who do not have experience with TBI. I have worked with TBI for a long time and I can help you through neuropsychological assessment or psychotherapy. Together we can learn about your goals and create a plan to work towards feeling better and making a new life that honors your needs.