Get to know me

Dr. Daniel Polonsky is a licensed clinical psychologist and post-doctoral fellow in clinical neuropsychology at ARCC Neuropsychology. He conducts intake evaluations, neuropsychological and psychological assessments, psychotherapy, and patient feedback. Dr. Polonsky works with individuals across the lifespan who have neurodevelopmental disorders, degenerative diseases, complex neurological conditions (e.g., epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and hydrocephalus etc.), sleep disorders, and affective conditions. He provides care in outpatient clinics, hospitals, and nursing homes. In addition, at ARCC Neuropsychology, Dr. Polonsky trains, supervises, and educates doctoral level clinical psychology students.

Dr. Polonsky is an adjunct professor at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (TCSPP), where he introduces doctoral students to the fundamentals of biology, neurology, and neuroscience, along with the biological roots of psychiatric and mental health conditions. As a guest lecturer, he shares his passion for psychology and neuropsychology with audiences of all ages in academic and clinical settings.

Dr. Polonsky earned his B.S. in Brain and Behavioral Sciences from Purdue University and his Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and Doctor of Psychology degree from Adler University, with an emphasis in Clinical Neuropsychology. He has research experience in memory, epilepsy, and neuroimmunology.

Beyond his professional work, Dr. Polonsky is an avid golfer, musician, and reader. He loves traveling, attending plays and orchestra concerts, and immersing himself in different cultures.

Fluent in both English and Russian, Dr. Polonsky is dedicated to making meaningful connections and helping others navigate their cognitive and emotional well-being.

More information on Dr. Daniel Polonsky and ARCC Neuropsychology can be found here.