Dr. Sara Schiff's Blog

Halloween is supposed to be fun. But for many neurodivergent kids (and their parents!) it can also be overwhelming. The costumes, crowds, flashing lights, loud music, and constant social interaction can all add up to sensory overload. What’s meant to be playful can quickly turn into stress and meltdowns. None of that means your child doesn’t enjoy the holiday, it just means they experience it differently. As a neuropsychologist, I’ve seen how a few small adjustments can make

Families often arrive in my office with years of questions.  Some bring reports that never felt complete. Others have been told their...

It’s hard to know when to schedule an evaluation. Many of my client hope that time will resolve a concern, particularly given the expense...

The term, neuropsychological evaluation is far from descriptive. Many families arrive in my office uncertain, holding consent forms and...