Sejal K. Vyas, PhD
The Center for Cognition, Emotion & Behavior, P.C.
Main: 212.289.8001
Fax: 212.849.0964
The Center for Cognition, Emotion & Behavior, P.C.
Main: 212.289.8801
Fax: 212.849.0964
About Me
Dr. Sejal Vyas is a pediatric and adult neuropsychologist with over 25 years of experience who performs neuropsychological evaluations (including legal/forensic assessments and consultations for school districts), delivers psychological interventions informed by the neuropsychological evaluation (e.g., cognitive remediation with embedded cognitive-behavioral therapy), and is involved with ongoing research (currently with Stamford Health).
Her areas of expertise include neurodevelopmental syndromes (such as ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and other genetic conditions), neurologic syndromes (such as concussions, traumatic brain injury, and epilepsy), as well as other neuropsychiatric conditions (such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder). She has extensive training in, and an established track record working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and geriatrics.
Dr. Vyas developed her expertise through various in- and out-patient hospital settings including Yale University School of Medicine – Department of Psychiatry, University of California San Francisco (UCSF) – Northern California Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, Columbia University – Departments of Neurology and Psychiatry, and Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai School of Medicine – Departments of Rehabilitation Medicine and Psychiatry, among others. She served as Assistant Clinical Professor at Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons as well as at Mount Sinai Hospital and Mount Sinai School of Medicine.
She is currently affiliated with the Stamford Hospital Department of Psychiatry. In addition, she has been part of the Eagle Hill School Diagnostic Clinic, a nationally recognized school serving children with learning challenges.
Dr. Vyas served as President for Neuropsychology in the New York State Psychological Association (2009) and held various other elected positions. Dr. Vyas was awarded the Top Doctor in Stamford, Connecticut Award in 2018, the Best of Stamford Award in the Doctor category in 2015, 2020, and 2021, and has earned a few awards for research. In addition to research, she devotes time educating, building public awareness, speaking at hospital grand round lectures, presenting posters at national conferences and engages in other scholarly activities.
Please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Vyas directly. To learn more about her practice please visit: https://www.drsejalvyas.com.
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Specialties
Specialties
Psychology
Special Interests
Languages
English
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Education & Training
Fellowship
Yale University School of Medicine
Graduate
California School of Professional Psychology
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Board Certifications & Affiliations
Affiliations
Neuropsychology Division of NYSPA, 2010, Past President
Neuropsychology Division of NYSPA, 2010-2011, Legislative Committee Rep.
Neuropsychology Division of NYSPA, 2009, President
Neuropsychology Division of NYSPA, 2008, President-Elect
Neuropsychology Division of NYSPA, 2006-2008, Member of Council
Neuropsychology News, Neuropsychology Division of NYSPA, 2009, Editor
Neuropsychological Use and Applications of the WAIS-IV/WMS-IV, NYSPA Neuropsychology Division, October 24, 2009, New York, Conference Committee Chair
NYSPA-Neuropsychology Division, 2004, Educational Committee Chair
Board Certification in Clinical Neuropsychology: ABCN Exam Background and Prepar, Conference Committee Co-chair
Published Work
Vyas, S.K. & Ehringhaus, J., et. al. Creating a Path Towards Mental & Cognitive Health Accessibility for Children, Adolescents & Adults. Poster Presentation, Stamford Hospital Research Day, May 2023.
Vyas, S. K. featured in issue of Serendipity Magazine. Staying Well While Looking Ahead. August 2021.
Rakos, G & Vyas, S.K. Calming Your Child’s Anxiety About COVID-19. Stamford Health, Pediatrics, HealthFlash Blog, March 24, 2020.
Vyas, S.K. & Dorta, N.J. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Language-Based Learning Disorders: Contribution of Neuropsychologic Measures for Diagnostic Specificity. Abstract, Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, Volume 24, Issue 5, August 2009.
Vyas, S.K. ADHD: An Overview for the General Practitioner with an Emphasis on the Neuropsychological Aspects. NYSPA Notebook, The Official Publication of the New York State Psychological Association, Volume 19, No. 3, September, 2007.
Vyas, S.K., Walker, J.A., Lebby, P.C., & Tanner, D.E. Wada Test Recognition Memory Scores are Influenced by Language Laterality. Abstract, Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, October 2002.
Vyas, S.K. The Wada test: An analysis of Language and Memory Functioning. Dissertation, Fresno, CA, April 2001.
Decosta, J., Vyas, S.K., et al. An Analysis of Gender Differences on the Washington Psychosocial Seizure Inventory Among Surgical Candidates with Temporal Lobe Epilepsy. Abstract, Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, November 1999.
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