Shawn Acheson PhD

Shawn Kevin (K.) Acheson, Ph.D., is a clinical neuropsychologist who specializes in the assessment of brain-behavior relationships across a range of neurologic, psychiatric, and medical conditions. He is affiliated with Duke University Medical Center within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, where he contributes to clinical care, education, and academic work. Dr. Acheson earned a B.A. in Psychology from North Carolina State University, an M.A. in Clinical Psychology from Western Carolina University, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Southern Illinois University. He completed an APA-accredited predoctoral internship at Duke University Medical Center with focused training in clinical neuropsychology and health psychology, followed by postdoctoral fellowship training with joint appointments in clinical neuropsychology at Duke and in clinical consultation/behavioral neuroscience at the Durham VA Medical Center. In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Acheson has an active research background and a substantial record of scholarly publications in neuropsychology and related areas. He also provides forensic neuropsychological services and participates in PSYPACT, supporting appropriate interstate practice where permitted. He maintains professional involvement in leading organizations in psychology and neuropsychology.