Dr. Viannae Carmona Nelkin, PsyD
Licensed Pediatric Neuropsychologist (CA PSY 35541)
Dr. Nelkin is a licensed pediatric neuropsychologist, mom, and founder of The Children’s Neuropsychology Center. Specializing in infants through young adults, Dr. Nelkin provides personalized, evidence-based care tailored to each child’s unique needs. With a focus on bridging clinical insights with practical solutions, Dr. Nelkin believes in a strengths-based approach, where every child’s unique abilities are valued.
Training and Education
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst
Before her journey to becoming a pediatric neuropsychologist, Dr. Nelkin worked as a developmental play interventionist (DIR® Floortime™) and behavioral interventionist.
Dr. Nelkin went on to obtain formal training in applied behavior analysis (ABA) and became board certified (BCaBA) in 2014.
Masters
Dr. Nelkin obtained a master’s degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy from Pepperdine University.
During her time at Pepperdine, Dr. Nelkin obtained formal training in Autism Diagnostics (ADOS-2) and perinatal mental heath.
Doctorate
Dr. Nelkin obtained a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from California Lutheran University (CLU).
During her time at CLU, Dr. Nelkin sought specialized training in clinical neuropsychology and worked to expand the training opportunities available for doctoral students interested in the specialty.
Dr. Nelkin also conducted research that examined barriers to early identification and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Cedars Sinai
Dr. Nelkin completed pre-doctoral training in clinical neuropsychology at Cedars Sinai. During her time at Cedars Sinai, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Stroke
- Neurodegenerative disorders
Children's Hospital
Los Angeles
Dr. Nelkin completed pre-doctoral training in pediatric neuropsychology at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA).
During her time at CHLA, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in:
- Pediatric brain tumors
- Leukemia and other cancers
- Neurofibromatosis Type 1
- Tuberous Sclerosis
Johns Hopkins
All Children's Hospital
Dr. Nelkin completed an APA accredited internship program in pediatric neuropsychology at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.
During her time at JHACH, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in:
- NICU follow-up evaluations
- Autism diagnostics
- Pediatric brain tumors
- Leukemia and other cancers
- Pre-surgical epilepsy evaluations
- Genetic conditions
The CNPC
Dr. Nelkin founded The CNPC in 2024.
Next up, Dr. Nelkin intends to seek board certification in clinical neuropsychology from the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).
Children's Hospital of Orange County
Dr. Nelkin completed a two-year postdoctoral fellowship at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC).
During her time at CHOC, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in
- Congenital heart disease
- Pediatric brain tumors
- Leukemia and other cancers
- Pre-surgical epilepsy evaluations
- Genetic conditions
Training and Education
BCaBA
Before her journey to becoming a pediatric neuropsychologist, Dr. Nelkin worked as a developmental play interventionist (DIR® Floortime™) and behavioral interventionist.
Dr. Nelkin went on to obtain formal training in applied behavior analysis (ABA) and became board certified (BCaBA) in 2014.
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Masters
Dr. Nelkin obtained a master’s degree in clinical psychology with an emphasis in marriage and family therapy from Pepperdine University.
During her time at Pepperdine, Dr. Nelkin obtained formal training in Autism Diagnostics (ADOS-2) and perinatal mental heath.
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Doctorate
Dr. Nelkin obtained a doctoral degree in clinical psychology from California Lutheran University (CLU).
During her time at CLU, Dr. Nelkin sought specialized training in clinical neuropsychology and worked to expand training opportunites available for doctoral students interested in the speciaty.
Dr. Nelkin also conducted research that examined barriers to early identification and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
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Cedars Sinai
Dr. Nelkin completed pre-doctoral training in clinical neuropsychology at Cedars Sinai. During her time at Cedars Sinai, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in:
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Stroke
- Neurodegenerative disorders
CHLA
Dr. Nelkin completed pre-doctoral training in pediatric neuropsychology at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA).
During her time at CHLA, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in:
- Pediatric brain tumors
- Leukemia and other blood cancers
Johns Hopkins
Dr. Nelkin completed an APA accredited internship/residency program in pediatric neuropsychology at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital.
During her time at JHACH, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in:
- NICU follow-up evaluations
- Autism diagnostics
- Pediatric brain tumors
- Pre-surgical epilepsy evaluations
- Genetic conditions
The CNPC
Dr. Nelkin founded the CNPC in 2024.
Next up, Dr. Nelkin’s intends to pursue board certification in clinical neuropsychology from the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP).
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CHOC
Dr. Nelkin completed a two-year postdoctoral fellowship at Children's Hospital of Orange County (CHOC).
During her time at CHOC, Dr. Nelkin obtained specialized training in
- Congenital heart disease
- Neuro-oncology
- Pre-surgical epilepsy
Dr. Dianne Kong, PsyD
Pediatric Neuropsychology Post-Doctoral Fellow
Dr. Kong is currently a second year pediatric neuropsychologist post-doctoral fellow with specialized training in providing assessment and treatment for children, adolescents, and young adults. Her clinical experiences include working directly with children and their families, experiencing neurological, developmental, and/or learning disorders. She uses a comprehensive approach that tailors each evaluation to the specific needs of a child, integrating elements across home, school, and community settings.