232. The Society for Black Neuropsychology w/ Dr. Courtney Ray

Would you rather read the transcript? Click here. Underrepresentation is a HUGE problem in the field of neuropsychology. My guest today, Dr. Courtney Ray, is one of several folks who are working hard to change that. As one of the founding members of the Society for Black Neuropsychology, she is playing a crucial role in bringing neuropsychology to Black students and growing a community of Black neuropsychologists. Join us as we talk about… The origin story of the Society for Black NeuropsychologyThe importance of mentorship for underrepresented groupsThe SBN’s outreach effortsWays to get involved and support the SBN Cool Things Mentioned Society for Black NeuropsychologyBlack Luminaries Series on YouTubeThe Heaton norms for neuropsych testingDr. Natalie KellyDr. Anthony Stringer at EmoryDr. Jennifer Manley at ColumbiaHispanic Neuropsychological SocietyAsian Neuropsychological [email protected] Featured Resource I am honored to partner with PAR for 2021 to bring you featured items from their catalog! Listen to each episode for specific product recommendations and links. Learn more at www.parinc.com. The Testing Psychologist podcast is approved for CEU’s! I’ve partnered with At Health to offer CE credits for podcast episodes! Visit this link to access current and past episodes available for CE credit. You can use code “TTP10” for a discount on ALL the course credits you purchase from At Health! About Dr. Courtney Ray Dr. Courtney Ray is a licensed clinical neuropsychologist, neuroscience researcher, writer, professor, and ordained minister. She is the founder of Array Psychological Assessments, a private practice that provides neuropsychological evaluations in Northern NJ and NYC. She is the current President of the Society for Black Neuropsychology as well as a member of the American Psychological Association, the International Psychological Society, and the Society for Neuroscience. Pastor Ray earned her Ph.D. in Neuroscience and Neuropsychology from Loma Linda University and her Masters of Divinity from Andrews University. She is author of the upcoming book: “Just Pray More and Other Church Myths about Mental Health. Get in touch: Website: www.APAmind.comYouTube: bit.ly/apamindyoutubeFB: Array Psychological AssessmentsEmail: [email protected] About Dr. Jeremy Sharp I’m a licensed psychologist and Clinical Director at the Colorado Center for Assessment & Counseling, a private practice that I founded in 2009 and have grown to over 20 clinicians. I earned my undergraduate degree in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina before getting my Master’s and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Colorado State University. These days, I specialize in psychological and neuropsychological evaluation with kids and adolescents. As the host of the Testing Psychologist Podcast, I provide private practice consulting for psychologists and other mental health professionals who want to start or grow psychological testing services in their practices. I live in Fort Collins, Colorado with my wife (also a therapist) and two young kids. Ready to grow your testing services? Click below to schedule a complimentary 30-minute pre-consulting call! Schedule Your Call