Dr. Michelle DeRamus, who grew up in the Opelika/Auburn area, earned her Ph.D. from the University of Alabama in 2009. She completed a prestigious pre-doctoral internship at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in Chapel Hill, NC, and further honed her expertise through fellowships with the TEACCH Autism Program at the University of North Carolina and the University of Alabama Autism Spectrum Disorders Clinic. Dr. DeRamus specializes in working with preschoolers, children, adolescents, and families facing a range of challenges such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and Behavioral Issues. She is dedicated to providing individualized services to adults with developmental disabilities like ASD and their families. Dr. DeRamus utilizes evidence-based cognitive-behavioral techniques tailored to each client's unique developmental stage and strengths. Additionally, she offers comprehensive psychological evaluations encompassing Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, and Intelligence/Achievement Testing, ensuring a holistic approach to her clients' needs.