Dr. Kiersten Sippio
Registered Neuropsychologist
Dr. Kiersten Sippio
I am a neuropsychologist, passionate about helping families thrive through understanding.
My journey as a neuropsychologist has been a long one. From the age of 16, I knew I wanted to be a psychologist; however, the populations I wished to work with have changed as I have matured. Initially, I aimed to work only with adults, particularly veterans. As I have grown, I have realized my true passion lies in working with children who have developmental disorders and neurodivergent populations.
As a psychologist with ADHD, I have discovered a uniqueness in how the neurodivergent community communicates and processes information. Developing my self-awareness regarding my own ADHD quirks has deepened my understanding and appreciation for the children who come into my office struggling with attention, social interactions, or emotional communication.
My training has enabled me to specialize in neuropsychological assessments of pediatric populations with developmental delays and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Every child I have assessed remains with me in some form, helping me assist the next child who walks into my office. I never leave an assessment without gaining new understanding or perspective from the children I work with.
I knew I wanted to be a neuropsychologist the moment I started graduate school, and through my experiences, I have expanded my understanding of evidence-based therapy techniques, including assessment. I love neuropsychological assessments because they provide a concrete explanation for behaviors that may seem foreign to us. Assessments help us understand why we act the way we do and how we perceive the world around us. Although the assessments I administer vary from child to child, I cherish the opportunity to embark on a journey with them and see things through their eyes, even briefly. Through my interactions with children during assessments, I gain new perspectives that challenge my own and teach me something valuable in the process.
Often, parents come in seeking to understand their child’s situation and how to support them effectively. Beyond assessments, one of my passions is working with children on the autism spectrum and their families to enhance emotional regulation skills and social communication. As someone with ADHD who sometimes struggles to find the right words for clear communication, I understand the frustration that arises when messages are misinterpreted or not fully grasped. My goal in therapy is always to ensure the child is not only heard but feels seen in a way that is few and far between when you are neurodivergent. In therapy my goal is to allow for my clients to feel seen, understood, and have the tools that they need to ensure that that happens in more than just my office.
