She has a doctorate in school psychology from St John’s University, where she earned both her Masters and PsyD. She received specialized training in bilingualism from top clinicians such as Dr. Dawn Flanagan and Dr. Samuel Ortiz, and is sensitive to the effects of culture and bilingualism on children in the school system. Dr. Silverman has also done research on social aggression and the factors that pertain to defending behavior. She has experience both in the clinical setting with counseling and neuropsychological testing as well as within the school system. She is excited to join the School Based Therapy staff!