Dr. Tamika Haynes, PhD

Tamika Haynes, PhD, is a renowned neuropsychologist affiliated with Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute. Her expertise lies in employing cognitive rehabilitation techniques to effectively treat patients diagnosed with various neurological disorders, including epilepsy, stroke, Alzheimer's dementia, and multiple sclerosis (MS). Moreover, she utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to provide individual psychotherapy to individuals suffering from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, and those seeking pain management solutions.

Dr. Haynes completed her undergraduate studies in psychology at the esteemed University of the West Indies in Jamaica. Subsequently, she pursued a master's degree in cognitive science at the prestigious University of Birmingham in the United Kingdom. Driven by her passion for clinical psychology, she returned to the University of the West Indies to attain a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in the field. In order to enhance her specialization in neuropsychology, particularly in epilepsy, she successfully completed fellowships at both the Emory University Center for Rehabilitation Medicine in Atlanta and Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Dr. Haynes is deeply committed to serving her community. As a co-founder of the nonprofit organization, Inscape Foundation, she has dedicated herself to providing psychotherapy and art therapy to underprivileged youth residing in inner-city areas of Jamaica. For a remarkable seven years, she served as the director of this esteemed foundation. Furthermore, she holds an executive position within the Epilepsy Society of the Caribbean, an organization that strives to offer epilepsy education and facilitate access to care across the Caribbean region. Additionally, Dr. Haynes is a distinguished member of the National Academy of Neuropsychology.

Dr. Haynes' passion for neuropsychology was ignited by her personal experience with her father, a successful ob/gyn and surgeon, who suffered a stroke and embarked on his own journey of rehabilitation. Witnessing his determination to regain his motor skills and witnessing his remarkable progress served as a profound source of inspiration for her. Eager to make a difference in the lives of others and contribute to their rehabilitation, she initially embarked on a career as a clinical psychologist. However, during the course of her assessments, she discovered that patients exhibited greater motivation and she derived immense satisfaction from observing their progress.