Meet Dr. Nekeshia Hammond

Dr. Nekeshia Hammond

Dr. Nekeshia Hammond is a licensed psychologist and the founder of Hammond Psychology & Associates, specializing in comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Since becoming licensed in 2009, she has been committed to helping individuals and families gain clarity, identify strengths, and move forward with confidence through evidence-based psychological assessment.

Dr. Hammond’s clinical practice is dedicated exclusively to psychological evaluations. She provides comprehensive assessments for concerns including ADHD, learning differences, psychoeducational needs, giftedness, emotional and behavioral functioning, and college accommodation evaluations. While Dr. Hammond focuses on evaluations, the Hammond Psychology & Associates clinical team also provides compassionate therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults.

Known for her warm, collaborative approach, Dr. Hammond believes every individual deserves to be understood beyond a diagnosis. Her goal is to provide meaningful answers, practical recommendations, and personalized guidance that empower individuals and families to thrive at home, in school, at work, and in everyday life.

Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Hammond is a USA TODAY best-selling author, TEDx speaker, international keynote speaker, executive coach, and nationally recognized mental health expert. She has appeared on numerous national and international media outlets, educating audiences on mental health, resilience, burnout prevention, leadership, and emotional well-being. She is also a past President of the Florida Psychological Association and has dedicated her career to increasing awareness of the importance of mental health through clinical care, education, advocacy, and public speaking.

Whether evaluating a young child experiencing academic challenges, a college student seeking accommodations, or an adult searching for long-awaited answers, Dr. Hammond is committed to providing compassionate, thorough evaluations that help individuals move forward with clarity, confidence, and hope.

To learn more about our psychological evaluation services, therapy services, or to request an appointment, explore the resources throughout our website or contact our team. We look forward to helping you take the next step toward understanding and growth.