Dr. Connell previously was Coordinator of Neuropsychology at Mercy Health's Memory Clinic, Muskegon, MI for five years. She has maintained a private practice since 2008. Research areas include: cognitive health, resilience, and mindfulness-based meditation. Dr. Connell conducted a trial study for The Alzheimer's Association in mindfulness meditation and resilience and psychological well-being in caregivers of persons with dementia.
She continues to provide presentations throughout West Michigan on increasing brain health, meditation, and healthy aging from a neuropsychological perspective.