This program sees children from birth to 22 years with a variety of developmental and behavioral issues including developmental language delay, school challenges including ADHD, learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, behavioral problems, traumatic exposures and their impact, and more.
Our typical model of care is a 3 part consultation:
- Visit 1 is a parent/guardian only meeting to discuss the concerning history of the child/adolescent and to gather information from previous providers working with the family. This visit is typically virtual. For example: early intervention records, teacher information, prior testing, etc.
- Visit 2 is an assessment/evaluation with the child. This visit is in person. This typically occurs after we have collected any prior testing information or evaluation forms.
- Visit 3 is an appointment with the family to discuss diagnosis and recommendations.Ideally this is in person but can be changed to telemedicine if necessitated.
For appointments or more information, please call 617.414.4841.
Resources for Families Referred to BMC DBP (.pdf)
Contact Us
Monday, Wednesday Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00PM Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Specialty Clinics
Baby Steps
Child Witness to Violence Project
Good Grief Program
Pediatrics - Comprehensive Care Program (CCP)
The Grow Clinic for Children
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Collaborative
Programs and Services
SPARK Center
Autism Program
Our Team
Developmental and Behavioral Clinicians
Marilyn C. Augustyn, MD
Audrey K Christiansen, MD
Rachel S. Amgott, NP
Mei A. Elansary, MD
Bridget Poznanski, PhD
Arathi Reddy, DO
Arielle Spellun, MD
Current Fellows
Rachel Vuolo, MD
Selcen Yaroglu Kazanci, MD
Referral Team
Katie Campbell
Sharon Nerboso
Grow Clinic
Soukaina Adolphe, MD
Deborah A. Frank, MD
Megan T. Sandel, MD, MPH
Margot Tang, MD
Autism Program
Sara Bastin
Katie Campbell
Liz Ferriero
Alex Friedman
Maddy Goskoski
Hillary Hollis
Shari Krauss
Jacqueline McKendry
Child Witness to Violence
Courtney Ann Bailey, LICSW
Greysha Berrios, MA
Maureen A. Patterson-Fede, LICSW
Carmen Rosa Norona, LICSW, Ms. Ed., CEIS Clinical Coordinator of CWVP & Associate Director of ETTN
Stacy Normand, LICSW Outpatient Behavioral Health Clinician Lead
Sarah Hacking, LMHC Clinician
Amalia Perla, LMHC Mental Health and Intake Clinician
Natalie Heywood, MA Clinician
Rory White, LCSW Marigold Clinical Fellow
Patient Resources
Resources for Families Referred to BMC DBP
Enrolling your Child in Early Intervention: Children less than three years of age are eligible for services through Early Intervention. Please visit https://www.massfamilyties.org/ to find resources for an evaluation for your child. Parents can self refer and providers will evaluate your child in the home or at a center in your area to provide therapy.
Parent School Special Education Resource Packet: The following packet provides information for parents about the process to obtain an Individualized Education Plan for your child. Parents can provide a letter to the school requesting an evaluation if they are concerned about their child’s progress in school. Concerns can also include speech and language delays.
All Boston (and you!) Can Do For Your Child (ABCD) - English
All Boston (and you!) Can Do For Your Child (ABCD) - Spanish
All Boston (and you!) Can Do For Your Child (ABCD) - Haitian Creole
All Boston (and you!) Can Do For Your Child (ABCD) - Portuguese
Model of Care (Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics)
Breathing Exercises for Pre-K to Middle School Children
Provider Resources
Referrals to Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at BMC
Model of Care (Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics)
Supporting Patients While Waiting for Evaluation - Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Additional Information
Check out our weekly DBP Newsletter for more resources and information for families during COVID-19 social distancing:
Issue 1: March 25, 2020 | En Español
Issue 2: April 1, 2020 | En Español
Issue 3: April 8, 2020 | En Español
Issue 4: April 15, 2020 | En Español
Issue 5: April 22, 2020 | En Español
Issue 6: April 29, 2020 | En Español
Issue 7: May 6, 2020 | En Español
Issue 8: May 13, 2020 | En Español
Issue 9: May 20, 2020 | En Español
Issue 10: May 27, 2020 | En Español
Issue 11: June 3, 2020 | En Español
Issue 12: June 17, 2020 | En Español
Issue 13: July 1, 2020 | En Español
Issue 14: July 15, 2020 | En Español
Issue 15: July 30, 2020 | En Español
Issue 16: August 14, 2020 | En Español
Issue 17: August 28, 2020 | En Español
Issue 18: September 11, 2020 | En Español
Issue 19: September 25, 2020 | En Español
Issue 20: October 16, 2020 | En Español
Issue 21: October 30, 2020 | En Español
Issue 22: November 13, 2020 | En Español
Issue 23: November 25, 2020 | En Español
Issue 24: December 11, 2020 | En Español | Haitian Creole
Issue 25: December 20, 2020 | En Español
Issue 26: January 11, 2021 | En Español
Issue 27: January 22, 2021 | En Español
Issue 28: February 5, 2021 | En Español
Research Overview
Information about our current research is available via our annual research highlights:
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics 2021 Research Highlights
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics 2022 Research Highlights
Residency and Fellowship Information
The Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP) training program offers clinical, academic and advocacy training in the context of an urban setting. Our primary clinical training site is at Boston Medical Center, which is the largest safety net hospital in New England and has a long standing commitment to providing exceptional care without exception. Special emphasis is placed on the DBP issues families face living in the inner city.
Learn more about our training program.
For general information about program or application materials, please contact:
Kristin Cordes
Fellowship Coordinator
617.414.3665
Kristin.Cordes@bmc.org
For program information, please contact:
Audrey Christiansen, MD, Program Director
Boston Medical Center
Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
801 Massachusetts Avenue, 7th Floor
Boston, MA 02118
617.414.4841
audrey.christiansen@bmc.org