Lauren Siegel, Psy.D.

Co-Founder, Director of Testing and Partnership Development

Dr. Siegel is a co-founder of Kingsbury Wellness & Learning Group and the Director of Testing and Partnership Development. In her leadership role, Dr. Siegel is committed to broadening Kingsbury’s reach by connecting with schools and other non-profits with similar missions. By collaborating with other passionate advocates, she seeks to ease the burdens faced by those with learning or mental health challenges, especially families with limited financial resources.

Dr. Siegel is a clinical psychologist who provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations and psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults. She believes that meeting individuals where they are and allowing them to direct their experience is the hallmark of growth and change. Her approach is informed by psychodynamic theory, and she also employs cognitive-behavioral, relational, and play therapy techniques. Dr. Siegel enjoys helping kids improve their emotional awareness and advocate for their needs so that they can be more engaged both academically and socially. Her work with adults focuses on processing challenges related to parenting and life transitions so that they can find balance in their career and home lives.

Dr. Siegel earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia, where she studied psychology and philosophy. She completed her doctorate at the George Washington University, and she has extensive experience working in schools and community mental health settings in the DC area. She worked at the Kingsbury Center for seven years before founding the Kingsbury Wellness & Learning Group.