Liliam R. Castillo | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Liliam R. Castillo | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

City University of New York | United States

Liliam R. Castillo is a dedicated Doctoral Student in Clinical Psychology at John Jay College (CUNY), specializing in neuropsychology. Fluent in Spanish, she bridges gaps in mental health care for bilingual populations. Her work spans clinical neuropsychology, research on performance validity tests, and advocacy for linguistic equity in assessments.

Professional profile👤

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Strengths for the Awards✨

  1. Strong Research Productivity

    • Peer-reviewed publications in neuropsychology, including first-author papers (e.g., Cross-Validation of an Embedded Performance Validity Test in the Brief Visuospatial Memory Test-Revised).

    • Multiple conference presentations at major venues (APA, INS, APS), demonstrating active dissemination of research.

    • Collaborative research with established neuropsychologists (e.g., Dr. Jason Soble, Dr. William Barr).

  2. Clinical and Research Integration

    • Extensive clinical neuropsychology externships (Northwell Health, Columbia, MSKCC) with direct application of research to patient care (e.g., cognitive assessment in Spanish-speaking populations).

    • Focus on culturally sensitive assessment, performance validity, and cognitive decline in underrepresented groups (Hispanics, bilingual individuals).

  3. Leadership and Mentorship

    • Supervised psychometricians and trained doctoral students at the University of Illinois.

    • Co-authored encyclopedia entries (Springer) and contributed to advancing knowledge in neuropsychology and domestic violence.

  4. Interdisciplinary Engagement

    • Worked across neurology, psychiatry, and rehabilitation settings, highlighting adaptability and collaboration.

    • Active member of professional societies (APA, INS, NAN), showing commitment to the field.

  5. Bilingual and Multicultural Expertise

    • Fluent in Spanish, with research and clinical work focused on linguistic equity in neuropsychological testing.

    • Projects like “Detection of Early Cognitive Decline in Hispanics” address critical gaps in healthcare disparities.

Education 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology (2020–Present), John Jay College, CUNY.

  • M.A. in Forensic Psychology (2023), John Jay College, CUNY.

  • B.A. in Psychology (2016), Northeastern Illinois University.

Experience 🏥

Liliam has held clinical externships at top institutions, including:

  • Northwell Health (Neuropsychology Extern): Assessed neurodegenerative disorders.

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering (Pediatric Neuropsychology): Evaluated cognitive effects in pediatric cancer survivors.

  • Columbia University/ NYU Langone: Conducted bilingual neuropsychological evaluations for epilepsy/dementia patients.

Research Interests On Psychology 🔍

  • Cross-cultural neuropsychology (e.g., validity tests for Spanish-speakers).

  • Cognitive decline in Hispanics and linguistic barriers in diagnostics.

  • Trauma & oncology-related cognitive impairments.

Awards & Nominations 🏆

  • Student Member of APA, INS, and Hispanic Neuropsychological Society (2019–Present).

  • Conference Presenter at APA, INS, and American Psychology-Law Society (2020–2025).

Publications 📚

  • Title: Examining independent and combined accuracy of embedded performance validity tests in the California Verbal Learning Test-II and Brief Visuospatial Memory Test-Revised for …
    Authors: ZJ Resch, AT Pham, DA Abramson, DJ White, S DeDios-Stern, …
    Publication Year: 2022
    Citations: 65

  • Title: Relative rates of invalidity for the test of memory malingering and the dot counting test among Spanish-speaking patients residing in the USA
    Authors: T Rhoads, SI Leib, ZJ Resch, KS Basurto, LR Castillo, KJ Jennette, …
    Publication Year: 2021
    Citations: 14

  • Title: Working memory, processing speed, and memory functioning are minimally predictive of Victoria Symptom Validity Test performance
    Authors: ZJ Resch, JR Soble, GP Ovsiew, LR Castillo, KF Saladino, …
    Publication Year: 2021
    Citations: 11

  • Title: Cross-Validation of an Embedded Performance Validity Test in the Brief Visuospatial Memory Test-Revised with Spanish-Speaking Patients Residing in the United States
    Authors: LR Castillo, RA Weiss, JR Soble, ZJ Resch, WB Barr, L Salinas
    Publication Year: 2025
    Citations: 80

  • Title: Demographic Factors Affecting Sensitivity Rates of Performance Validity Tests in Spanish-Speaking Forensic Litigants
    Authors: CM Bushell, LR Castillo, S Coll, L Salinas, WB Barr
    Publication Year: 2023
    Citations: 87

  • Title: Examining the use of the Embedded Performance Validity Test in the Brief Visuospatial Memory Test-Revised Among Spanish-Speaking Patients
    Authors: LR Castillo, CM Bushell, S Coll, L Salinas, WB Barr
    Publication Year: 2023
    Citations: 87

  • Title: KAFA–“Enough”(Lebanese Social Movement)
    Authors: LR Castillo, RA Weiss
    Publication Year: 2023

  • Title: Oral Contraceptives: Jealousy
    Authors: LR Castillo, RA Weiss
    Publication Year: 2023

  • Title: Assessment of Verbal and Visuospatial Performance Predicting Cognitive Impairment in a Monolingual, Spanish-Speaking Sample
    Authors: L Castillo, K Campos, JR Soble
    Publication Year: 2019

  • Title: Accuracy of the Test of Memory Malingering in First Generation Spanish-Speaking Latinos
    Authors: K Campos, L Castillo, JR Soble
    Publication Year: 2019

Conclusion 🌟

Liliam combines rigorous clinical training with impactful research to advance equitable neuropsychological care. Her bilingual expertise and focus on underserved populations position her as a rising leader in the field.