Biography
Stephanie O. Culotta, PsyD
About
Dr. Culotta is a Postdoctoral Resident specializing in neuropsychological assessment, dedicated to understanding the intricate relationship between brain function and behavior. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Pennsylvania State University before completing both her Master’s and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington, D.C. campus. Her doctoral dissertation specifically examined the integration of neuropsychological domains and neuropsychological assessment within the legal system.
Throughout her clinical training, Dr. Culotta has gained extensive experience across diverse
populations and settings. She completed a specialized externship at Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital, where she provided neuropsychological evaluations for children and adolescents navigating neurodevelopmental disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and genetic conditions. Her forensic expertise was further refined at Saint Elizabeths Hospital, where she assessed adults with severe mental illness and consulted on complex forensic cases. Additionally, she has a strong therapeutic background, having provided evidence-based psychotherapy at the Treatment and Learning Centers and during her pre-doctoral internship at Prince William Family Counseling.
Dr. Culotta’s clinical and research interests include neurodevelopmental disorders, brain-behavior relationships, and the impact of medical and psychiatric diagnoses on cognitive functioning.
Outside of her professional work, she is a proud mother of two young children and enjoys
spending her time hiking, being in nature, and attending concerts.
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington, D.C.
- Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) December 2025
- APA-accredited program
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington, D.C.
- Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology (M.A.) June 2021
- APA-accredited program
The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Life Sciences Concentration, May 2019
Dean’s List Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Spring 2019
Overview of test
Assessment's Content
Each evaluation is tailored to the individual, but typically explores several key areas of brain functioning through structured tasks, interviews, and standardized testing.
Content covered in our comprehensive assessment:
- Intellectual and cognitive ability
- Attention and concentration
- Adaptive functioning
- Working and long-term memory
- Language comprehension and expression
- Visual–spatial and motor skills
- Executive functioning
- Academic skills
Cognitive and Intellectual Functioning
Assesses overall thinking skills like reasoning, problem-solving, and how information is processed.
Language and Communication
Looks at both receptive (understanding) and expressive (speaking, writing) language abilities.
Attention and Executive Functioning
Evaluates focus, impulse control, organization, and flexible thinking—skills often affected in ADHD.
Visual-Spatial and Motor Skills
Evaluates the ability to perceive, interpret, and organize visual information, as well as fine motor coordination.
Memory and Learning
Assesses short-term, long-term, and working memory capabilities (e.g., how well someone can retain, retrieve, and use new information).
Adaptive Functioning
Measures emotional regulation, social interaction, coping skills, and how well someone manages daily responsibilities.
Overview
Forensic Neuropsychology Services
NeuroBehavioral Associates offers comprehensive forensic neuropsychology services tailored to legal, medical, and insurance-related matters. Our experienced team includes clinicians with specialized training in forensic contexts, serving individuals from infancy through adulthood. Whether the concern involves brain injury, developmental trauma, or psychological harm, we provide objective, evidence-based evaluations to support legal decision-making.
Forensic cases we have experience in:
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
- Hypoxic-Anoxic Brain Injury
- Birth-related neurological injury
- Medical malpractice
- Psychological trauma and PTSD
- Workmen’s compensation and disability claims