Whitney Geller, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialization in pediatric neuropsychology. She is well versed in conducting neuropsychological, neurodevelopmental, psychological, and educational evaluations to answer questions for individuals and families about cognitive ability, development, and emotional wellbeing. Dr. Geller utilizes a whole person approach to assessment, gathering information from multiple sources in order to gain a complete understanding of the individual. Evaluations are focused on identifying strengths and weaknesses to inform diagnostic impressions and personalized recommendations. Feedback is aimed to help individuals and families understand needs and the best ways to provide support at home, school, work, etc.
Dr. Geller has an extensive background in both adult and pediatric neuropsychological assessment but ultimately decided to pursue a career in pediatrics as she is truly passionate about helping children and their families. Her pediatric specialties include neuropsychological assessment for complex medical conditions (e.g., cancer, epilepsy, brain injury, genetic disorders, etc.), neurodevelopmental evaluations (e.g., ADHD, learning disorders, autism, language/motor delay, intellectual disability), and psychiatric evaluations (i.e., mood and personality disorders). Dr. Geller has worked with individuals across the lifespan in various healthcare settings including academic medical, acute inpatient neurorehabilitation, community mental health, psychiatric residential, VA medical center, and private practice. Her breadth of experience across the lifespan at varying levels of care brings a unique and comprehensive understanding of factors that affect children, adults, and families.
Dr. Geller earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Utah, graduating summa cum laude. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology with specialization in neuropsychology from APA-accredited Palo Alto University after completing an APA-accredited neuropsychology track internship at the Boise VA Medical Center. She also obtained a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University during the course of her doctoral degree with a high pass on the qualifying oral examinations. Her doctoral research in neuroimaging focused on understanding neurobiological correlates of psychopathology and investigating functional connectivity associated with anxiety and depression. Dr. Geller went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship in pediatric neuropsychology with Stony Brook University Medical Center, which is a member program of the Association of Postdoctoral Programs in Clinical Neuropsychology (APPCN). She is board-eligible in neuropsychology and is currently licensed to practice in California. Her NY license will be on inactive status starting March 2026.
Dr. Geller is happy to provide a PDF copy of her CV upon request.