Dr. Merriman is a Licensed Psychologist (New York License No. 019642) specializing in individual and group counseling for children, adolescents and young adults. He earned a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, School Psychology Specialization from The Graduate Center of the City University of New York. Dr. Merriman also holds Master of Science in Education and Advanced Certificate in School Psychology degrees from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York. Additionally, he holds Permanent Certifications as a School Psychologist in New York and New Jersey, and is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist.

Dr. Merriman has over 20 years of experience as a clinician working with a broad spectrum of clients. Areas of special training and expertise include working with individuals with anxiety, depression, AD/HD, oppositional/defiant behavior, developmental disabilities, academic difficulties, peer related issues; providing parent training; and conducting psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluations.

With regard to evaluations, Dr. Merriman is highly trained in a variety of psychological, neuropsychological, social/emotional, and educational assessment procedures. He has particular expertise in diagnosing learning disabilities, developmental disabilities, and AD/HD, and helping parents understand the unique learning needs of their child. Dr. Merriman is well versed in the laws and regulations that govern special education and Section 504, and can assist parents in obtaining services, if warranted, for their child.

Dr. Merriman is also a full time School Psychologist at Pequenakonck Elementary School (North Salem School District), a position he has held since 2014. Prior to working in North Salem, he was a School Psychologist at Mahopac Middle School for six years (2008 to 2014) and a School Psychologist in the Ardsley Union Free School District for four years (2004 to 2008). Dr. Merriman has experience working with students who have a wide range of disabilities and has worked with specialized school based programs for emotionally fragile middle and high school aged students. He also have experience working with students who have developmental disabilities.