Sierra Lowry-Shephard, MA, MA

Sierra Lowry-Shephard, MA, MA, is a neuropsychological extern at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and a doctoral trainee in clinical psychology at Biola University’s Rosemead School of Psychology. Her clinical and research work includes neuropsychological assessments of children and adults participating in studies involving anemia, multiple sclerosis, and congenital heart disease, including Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome. Her dissertation examines the relationships among stress, generalized anxiety, and salivary cortisol levels in undergraduate students. With prior experience as an outpatient clinician and expressive arts therapist, she also teaches psychology as an adjunct professor and brings an interest in culturally informed clinical practice.