Janice Puder, PhD, NCSP, Psychologist in New York, New York

If you are seeking answers about learning, attention, behavior, or developmental differences, Janice Puder at LifeStance Health provides comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological testing for children, adolescents, teens, and adults across New York. Dr. Puder helps individuals and families gain a deeper understanding of how the brain influences learning, emotions, behavior, and daily functioning. Her evaluations are designed to provide diagnostic clarity, identify strengths, and create practical recommendations that support success at home, in school, and in everyday life. Dr. Puder specializes in psychological testing and neuropsychological testing for concerns such as ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities, while also providing assessment for a wide range of additional developmental, emotional, and cognitive concerns. She is known for her thoughtful, strengths-based approach, using assessment as a powerful tool to help clients better understand themselves and access appropriate supports. Dr. Puder works closely with families to ensure evaluation findings are meaningful, actionable, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs. A particular passion of Dr. Puder’s is the assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder, especially presentations that may be overlooked or misunderstood. She has developed specialized expertise in the female phenotype of autism and is dedicated to improving recognition of autism in girls and women whose experiences may not fit traditional diagnostic expectations. Her work also focuses on developmental disabilities and the nuanced ways neurodevelopmental differences can affect learning, social relationships, and emotional well-being throughout life. In addition to serving individuals with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, Dr. Puder has experience working with LGBTQ+ individuals and people from diverse backgrounds. She offers psychological and neuropsychological testing services and provides additional assessment support for a broad range of diagnostic and educational questions. Her extensive experience in educational and clinical settings allows her to bridge the gap between evaluation results and meaningful real-world recommendations. Dr. Puder earned her PhD in School Psychology and Master’s degree in Therapeutic Interventions from Fordham University, as well as her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Education from Villanova University. She completed advanced training in pediatric neuropsychology and has served as an adjunct professor at Fordham University, teaching graduate-level assessment courses. Outside of her clinical work, Dr. Puder enjoys reading, creative writing, cooking, exploring New York City’s restaurant scene, planning travel adventures, and spending time with family and friends. A self-described neuroscience enthusiast, she continues to explore the latest developments in brain science and has even attended specialized neuroanatomy and brain dissection courses.