Richard Dennis Birnbaum, PhD
Specialty:
Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology, Clinical Psychology
Title: Clinical Assistant Professor
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Richard Dennis Birnbaum, PhD
Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology
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About
Dr. Birnbaum is a Licensed Psychologist with the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatric Psychology at the University of Michigan Health. He holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Amherst College, a master’s degree in education from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education, and a PhD in school psychology from Michigan State University. Dr. Birnbaum completed a pre-doctoral internship and a two-year postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Michigan Health in Integrated Behavioral Health. Dr. Birnbaum works in the Integrated Behavioral Health program and provides clinical services to children, adolescents, and their families.
Areas of Practice
Pediatric problems regarding ADHD, behavior management, anxiety, depression, school functioning, toileting, sleep, picky eating, tics and habits, family conflict, and other related concerns
Expertise
Locations
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Pediatric Psychology Clinic | Canton Health Center 1051 N Canton Center Rd
Canton, MI 48187-5097Get Directions -
Pediatric Psychology Clinic | Women Children & Young Adults 400 E Eisenhower Pkwy
Briarwood Building 2
Ann Arbor, MI 48108-3302Get Directions -
Pediatric Psychology Clinic | West Ann Arbor Health Center-Parkland Plaza 380 Parkland Plaza Ste 110
Floor 1
Ann Arbor, MI 48103-6201Get Directions
Insurance Accepted
University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
Education & Training
Medical School or Training
Michigan State University, School Psychology, 2019
Fellowships
University of Michigan - C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, Pediatric Psychology, 2021
University of Michigan - C.S. Mott Children Hospital, Pediatric Psychology, 2021
Professional Organizations
American Psychological Association
National Association of School Psychologists
Research Overview
Dr. Birnbaum's research had previously been focused on analyzing the effectiveness of assessments for individuals with disabilities and behavioral challenges. His current research initiatives are aimed at understanding and improving the patient experience within the integrated behavioral health model and assessing the differences between virtual and traditional face-to-face care.
