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Eyonna Knighton, MA

Clinical Psychology Doctoral Intern
She/Her/Hers 

SPECIAL CLINICAL INTERESTS

ADHD
Anxiety
Adjustment Disorders
Attachment theory
Children and adolescents
Multicultural Perspective
Psychological assessments
Trauma

EDUCATION

Doctorate Degree: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington, DC 
Master’s Degree: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Washington, DC 
Bachelor’s Degree: Xavier University of Louisiana  

Eyonna is a fifth-year clinical psychology doctoral intern with experience working in pediatric hospitals and outpatient settings. She earned her master’s degree in clinical psychology at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, DC. She is currently working on her doctorate in clinical psychology also at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in Washington, DC. Her clinical experiences include working in multidisciplinary settings and providing pediatric neuropsychological assessments and therapy for children and adolescents. Eyonna also has clinical experience working in primary care where she addressed a wide spectrum of patient needs. She provided quick assessments and short-term brief interventions. Eyonna’s clinical interests include working with multidisciplinary teams to provide psychological assessments and holistic care for diverse pediatric populations. She generally utilizes attachment theory and a bioecological perspective to better understand her patients.

additional information

  • Location: Palos Heights & Tinley Park

  • Telehealth: Yes, if appropriate

PATIENT FOCUSED

By working together in one collaborative environment, patients and families benefit from a higher level of listening, bridging and sharing.

DEVOTED TO FAMILY

With a long history of caring for children and teens in an inclusive manner, family is rooted in the MiraCare continuum of care.