About Dr. Melissa | Get Support Today — Blooming Neuropsychology

Hi! I’m Melissa.

Pediatric neuropsychologist, mom of two, and an advocate for understanding how every child’s brain works — I get to meet some of the coolest kids and teens.

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I don't take lightly that this is your baby, I have two of my own! I know how much care, concern, and hope parents bring into this process.

I’m here to understand your child’s brain — how they learn best, what’s happening in their social and emotional world, what might be getting in the way of them feeling comfortable and regulated, and how to use their strengths to make life easier.

I provide parents, caregivers, educators, and treatment teams with a clear understanding of the child in front of them, along with a roadmap for how to support them effectively.

My goal is to help everyone meet the child where they are and gradually raise the bar.

My Areas of Focus

What I Specialize In

I specialize in the assessment of developmental disabilities and mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, and OCD. I also have specialized training in FASD assessment and unique experience with internationally adopted children and individuals with a history of trauma.

Autism

ADHD

Learning Disabilities

Anxiety & OCD

FASD

Trauma

International Adoption

High Masking Autism

Neurodivergence in Girls

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Off the clock

I’m a Mom, Explorer, and Coffee Lover :)

Outside of work, my husband and I spend a lot of time joining our two daughters in their world of Minecraft, cats, imaginative play, and being active outside. I also love coffee, nature, and travel.