NEUROPSYCHOLOGIST
Kim Wallis
Kim works with: Adults, adolescents, children
Areas of expertise: Brain injuries, drug and alcohol abuse, geriatrics, neuropsychiatry, neuropsychology, paediatric neurology, rehabilitation, schizophrenia
Modes of therapy: Neuropsychological testing and clinical assessments for people of all ages across the lifespan
Dr Kimberley Wallis is a provisional psychologist who is scheduled to complete her Masters of Clinical Neuropsychology in October 2024. She is based in Newcastle, NSW, working from our Hamilton practice.
Kim has a diverse background working with clients of all ages and backgrounds across the lifespan. Her experience includes paediatrics, psychiatry, geriatrics, neurology, and rehabilitation, equipping her with a wealth of experience and varied understanding of neuropsychology assessment.
Kim completed a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) and Doctor of Philosophy (Science – Psychology) at the University of Newcastle. Her PhD research focused on developing a novel measure of social skills for adults with brain injuries or schizophrenia. She further honed her neuropsychological assessment skills by pursing a Master of Clinical Neuropsychology at Macquarie University i Sydney.
Kim is passionate about understanding the relationship between all types of brain injuries and conditions on thinking skills, behaviour, and mood. She is dedicated to ensuring that neuropsychological assessments are offered in a timely manner, regardless of geographical constraints, often working with a multidisciplinary team to provide the best possible diagnoses and treatment plan.
When she’s not working, Kim loves to spend time with family and friends or hiking in the great outdoors.