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Dr. Stephanie Miodus

She / Her / Hers

Accepting New Clients
In Person in New York
Online in New York and Pennsylvania
Headshot of Dr. Stephanie Miodus Licensed Psychologist
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWoman
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Specialties
Specializes in
Autism spectrum disorderChild mental healthDevelopmental disordersPsychological evaluations & testingNeurodiversity
General Expertise
Loss/GriefAcademic challengesADHDAdolescent mental healthAdoption & foster careAttachment issuesBullyingCaregiver stress & supportCollege & graduate student issuesCommunication issuesGender identity & transgender healthLearning disabilitiesLGBTQIA related issuesNeuropsychological testingParenting issuesPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)TraumaBehavioral IssuesPeer RelationshipsSchool Issues
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesCulturally Sensitive TherapyFamily Systems TherapyPsychological Testing and EvaluationPlay TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingMindfulness-Based Cognitive TherapyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyNeurodiversity-AffirmingCoachingIntegrative Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyChild Counseling
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Children (5-12)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureNew York, Licensed Psychologist, 026881Pennsylvania, Licensed Psychologist, PS020163
Training/CertificationsPEERS® for Adolescents Certified by UCLA PEERS® ClinicPEERS® Telehealth Certified by UCLA PEERS® ClinicLevel I Regulation Focused Psychotherapy for Children (RFP-C) trainingCertified Level 1 in the Resilience Builder Program® (Alvord, Zucker & Grados, 2011)The American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children: Forensic Interviewing with Children with DisabilitiesSPACE Workshop: a training from the Yale Child Study Center on Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood EmotionsECHO RUBI: a training and learning network for behavioral health providers to teach RUBI, a manualized parent-training program for disruptive behavior for children with autismAutism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition (ADOS-2) Clinical WorkshopAutism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) trainingDr. Elisa Shipon-Blum’s Social Communication Anxiety Treatment ® (S-CAT®) Model skills trainingCertified Americans with Disabilities Act Advocate
Education
Temple University, Doctorate of Philosophy, School Psychology
Temple University, Master of Education, School Psychology
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Master of Arts, Forensic Psychology
University of Pennsylvania, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Work HistoryAs a licensed psychologist in New York and Pennsylvania, I bring experience working with developmental disabilities, autism, adoption, and trauma-related disorders. I earned my Ph.D. in School Psychology from Temple University, where I received a University Fellowship. Additionally, I hold credentials as a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and a National Register Health Service Psychologist (HSP). My academic background also includes: - M.Ed. in School Psychology – Temple University - M.A. in Forensic Psychology – John Jay College of Criminal Justice - B.A. in Psychology – University of Pennsylvania I am PEERS®-certified for social skills groups for autistic preschoolers and adolescents through UCLA PEERS®, and I hold Level 1 Certification in the Resilience Builder Program® (Alvord, Zucker & Grados, 2011). I completed two years of specialized training at New Alternatives for Children (NAC) for my pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship, where I focused on: - Psychological evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and trauma-related conditions - Therapy for children with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs - Attachment-based dyadic therapy for adoptees and children in the foster care system - Supervision of psychology interns and externs Before NAC, I worked at SPIN, Inc. – Autism Center for Excellence in Philadelphia, providing autism assessments, therapy for children and families, and social skills groups. My background also includes: - Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) interventions for young children at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute - Social skills groups at the Penn Center for Mental Health - Neuropsychological and psychoeducational testing at Temple University’s clinic - Forensic psychology experience at Friends of Island Academy, supporting justice-involved youth I have also been deeply involved in national psychology leadership, including serving as: - Convention Program Chair for American Psychological Association (APA) Divisions 1 & 46 - Technology Pillar Member – APA Summit on the Future of Education & Practice - APAGS Advocacy Coordinating Team Member I have received multiple awards, including: APA Division 1 Presidential Trio Award APA Division 46 Presidential Citation My peer-reviewed research has explored the intersection of ADHD and trauma, and I have also authored book chapters on autism, as well as mental health in digital spaces. I frequently present at national and international conferences on topics including autism, trauma, developmental disabilities, and social media mental health content. I combine my research background with hands-on clinical expertise to provide tailored, evidence-based assessments and interventions. Whether you are seeking an evaluation, therapy for your child or yourself, or support in navigating neurodiversity, I am here to help.
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