Valerie L. Scaramella-Nowinski, PSY.D.

Valerie Nowinski, Psy.D., is a developmental pediatric neuropsychologist with more than 40 years of experience advancing early childhood brain development. She is the founder of the Pediatric Neuropsychology Diagnostic and Treatment Center in Illinois, where she and her team served thousands of children with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and brain injuries. Widely regarded as a pioneer in autism and neurodevelopmental research, she has contributed to studies in brain electrophysiology, literacy, and systems biology. Today, she continues her mission through the Neuropsychology C.H.I.L.D. Foundation (Child Health Initiative for Learning and Development), a nonprofit dedicated to bringing neuroscience education and resources to families, schools, and communities. As a Certified Provider of The Listening Program® and a member of the Scientific Advisory Board of Advanced Brain Technologies, she bridges brain science with practical strategies that help children build learning, resilience, and lifelong potential.