Elizabeth Malcolm, Psy.D. (ESM Psychology PLLC)
Central Elementary School, Wilmette, IL
Highcrest Middle School, Wilmette, IL
Wilmette Junior High School, Wilmette, IL
New Trier High School, Winnetka, IL
B.A., Princeton University (Psychology)
Psy.D., The George Washington University (Clinical Psychology)
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia and I have authority to practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT) in multiple states through PSYPACT. I enjoy collaborating with people across the lifespan (ages 6+), with particular expertise in work with children, adolescents, and young adults. I offer evaluations for a wide variety of concerns, including learning differences, attention problems, social-emotional concerns, trauma impacts, and autism spectrum disorder (I am ADOS-2 trained). My evaluations are comprehensive, neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based. I am truly passionate about assessment and feel so fortunate to be able to do this work.
In my work, I strive to integrate important aspects of a client’s identity. I am attuned to the emotional impact of learning and attention challenges, as well as how emotional distress can influence thinking and learning. I enjoy forming strong connections with clients and making them feel at ease and comfortable with the testing process. I strive to get a deep understanding of how someone’s brain works as well as define a clear action plan. My reports are detailed and accessible with practical recommendations. I am comfortable advocating for my clients’ needs with schools, treatment providers, and other stakeholders.
Throughout my training and career, I have been fortunate to acquire a range of clinical experience in assessment, including work within private practice, school, community, and hospital settings. During graduate school, I did psychological testing in schools, private practices, and community mental health clinics. I received my pre-doctoral internship training at the APA-accredited Hartford Hospital/Institute of Living in Hartford, Connecticut where I conducted assessments and provided therapy to children and adolescents on a psychiatric inpatient unit. Following internship, I returned to the DC area to complete a post-doctoral fellowship in assessment and therapy at Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital in Baltimore. Since then, I have worked at multiple private practices providing assessment and therapy to clients of all ages.
In addition to my assessment work with WPA since 2021, I have a private practice where I provide therapy to adolescents and adults. I also consult with several local practices to provide assessment supervision. Mentoring the next generation of psychologists is a particular source of joy. I am a member of the American Psychological Association and an avid conference attendee.
Outside of work, I enjoy running and exploring the outdoors and playgrounds with my family.
