Sarah A. Evans, PhD

Sarah A. Evans, PhD, is a clinical neuropsychologist with specialized training in the evaluation of cognitive and neurological conditions. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Rhodes College before completing her Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology at Marquette University. She completed her predoctoral internship in Adult Neuropsychology at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, followed by a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in Neuropsychology at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist.

Dr. Evans has extensive clinical experience in neuropsychological assessment, with training across memory disorders, movement disorders, epilepsy, Huntington's disease, and acquired brain injuries. Her clinical background includes work in outpatient neuropsychology, inpatient rehabilitation, and specialty clinics focused on complex neurological conditions. She is also a certified HOBSCOTCH Cognitive Coach, providing additional expertise in an evidence-based self-management program for individuals with seizure disorders.

Dr. Evans' research focuses on cognitive aging, executive functioning, memory awareness, and risk factors associated with Alzheimer's disease. Her work has explored how changes in cognitive control and brain activity may help identify individuals at risk for cognitive decline. She has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and presented her research at national conferences.

In addition to her clinical and research interests, Dr. Evans is committed to education and mentorship. She has served as an adjunct professor, clinical supervisor, and invited lecturer, sharing her expertise in neuropsychology with students, residents, and other health care professionals.