Bio
Dr. Mucci has over 27 years’ experience in the assessment and treatment of children with chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities, and mental health conditions. She is currently Professor at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Anaheim Campus and is Visiting Scientist at CHOC Children’s Hospital. She is also on medical staff at CHOC where she worked for over 20 years as a pediatric neuropsychologist. Dr. Mucci is the Principal Investigator of FIT Brain, a Neurocognitive Remediation Program for Childhood Cancer Survivors, and has been involved in research involving the neurocognitive effects of epilepsy, as well as other chronic conditions that affect the central nervous system. Dr. Mucci also maintains a private practice with offices in Long Beach and Newport Beach.
Dr. Mucci received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology, Bay Area, and completed a post-doctoral Master of Science in Clinical Psychopharmacology. She completed an APA-Accredited internship at CHOC Children’s Hospital, with post-doctoral training in neuropsychology at CHOC and the Neurobehavioral Clinic and Counseling Center in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Mucci is Board Certified in Pediatric Neuropsychology and Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology, where she is currently serving as Executive Director. She is a member of the American Psychological Association, National Academy of Neuropsychology and the International Neuropsychological Society. Dr. Mucci is an Associate Editor of Pediatric Grand Rounds of the Journal of Pediatric Neuropsychology.
Education History:
B.S. Long Beach State University
M.S. California State University, Fullerton
Ph.D. California School of Professional Psychology
M.S. Clinical Psychopharmacology, Alliant International University
Areas of Expertise:
Pediatric Neuropsychology
Health Psychology
Child and Adolescent Psychology (Neurodevelopmental Disorders)
Professional Memberships:
American Psychological Association
American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology (Div 40, 53, 54)
National Academy of Neuropsychology
International Neuropsychological Society
Licenses:
Clinical Psychologist, California
Board Certified Pediatric Neuropsychologist, ABPdN
Board Certified Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist, ABPP
