About NeuroDynamix

Introduction

Who We Are & Who We Serve

We are a group mental health practice focused on the special needs of individuals across the lifespan with neurodevelopmental disorders and acquired neurological conditions. We support the communities of both Philadelphia, PA and Lancaster, PA and have developed many working relationships with providers in these regions. We have a passion for supporting our clients through the lens of neuroscience in an empathic, caring, and down to earth manner.

We are currently accepting evaluation and therapy clients for telehealth and in-person sessions.

Meet the Founder

Noah E. Sideman, PsyD, MEd, NCSP, CBIS

I am a husband, father, avid gravel cyclist, and lover of nature that has a passion to help others through the lens of neuroscience and psychology. I am a trained neuropsychologist, licensed psychologist, and national certified school psychologist that has years of experience working with individuals across the lifespan. What is unique to me as a clinician is that I teach and have conducted neuroscience research which allows me to provide scientifically informed treatment and information t clients

Early in my career I worked in community mental health and as a school psychologist in Bucks County, PA. Once I began my doctoral studies, I developed a deep interest in neuroscience and neuropsychology which has fueled my career path ever since. After finishing my post-doctoral training in neuropsychology and briefly working in a Philadelphia group practice, I opened my own mental health practice in East Passyunk Avenue in Philadelphia in the summer of 2020. Currently, the practice has two locations in Pennsylvania (Philadelphia and Lancaster) and supports the neuropsychological and mental health needs of individuals across the lifespan. I am also an adjunct professor in the School of Professional and Applied Psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

My specialty is providing neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults with neurodevelopmental concerns (learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, ect.), brain injuries, concussions, and other neurological conditions either in the form of an initial diagnostic evaluation or as a part of the ongoing treatment for a condition. I also specialize in providing therapy for these conditions which is research based and infused with a neuroscientific understanding of the issues at hand. Additionally, I provide consultative services to schools and businesses and forensic evaluations.

  • Dr. Noah Sideman’s education, training, and work experiences in neuroscience, neuropsychology, school psychology, and mental health.

    • Bachelors Degree in Psychology (minor in Art History) (BA) from Dickinson College

    • Masters Degree in International Education (MEd) from Framingham State University

    • Masters Degree in School Psychology (MS) from Millersville University of Pennsylvania

    • Doctoral Degree in Psychology (emphasis in neuropsychology and school psychology) from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    • Pre-doctoral research practicum at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital (Philadelphia, PA)- Department of Neurology

    • Pre-doctoral Internship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital 

    • Post-doctoral fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

    • Post-doctoral fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at The Center for Neuropsychology and Counseling

    • Nationally Certified School Psychologist

    • Certified Brain Injury Specialist

    • Active Board Member of the Brain Injury Association of PA (BIAPA)

Meet Jessy Pathappillil, PsyD

Testing Associate

Dr. Pathappillil has over 18 years of experiences working with children and adolescents within school-based settings as a school psychologist. Dr. Pathappillil is very excited to be an integral part of NeuroDynamix Testing and Therapy Solutions and provide her expertise.

Dr. Jessy Pathappillil received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan and a Master’s Degree in Education from Drexel University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.  From there, Dr. Pathappillil earned a post-graduate professional degree (Ed.S) and a Doctorate in Psychology from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Philadelphia, PA.  Dr. Pathappillil was the recipient of Dean’s Award of Academic Excellence in 2011.

Dr. Pathappillil has always possessed a passion for life-long learning and a dedication to helping others, and as a result, continued and enhanced her education by pursuing specialized training in school-based neuropsychological assessments.

Meet Rachel Flood, Eds.

Testing Associate

Rachel Flood is a certified school psychologist with over ten years of professional experience. After earning a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Lehigh University, she obtained both a Master's degree and an Education Specialist degree in School Psychology from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM). Throughout her career, Rachel has worked in a variety of professional settings, including an eating disorder and substance treatment facility, an alcohol and drug rehabilitation center, as a mobile therapist, and most recently as a school-based psychologist in public school districts. She has provided psychological and assessment services to individuals ranging from preschool students to adults. With her extensive training and diverse professional experience, Rachel is dedicated to supporting the cognitive, behavioral, and emotional needs of the students and clients she serves