Dr. Lindsey Elliott

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Lindsey Elliott is an Assistant Professor at Dell Medical School, where she is a member of the UT Health Austin Care Team. She specializes in Pediatric Psychology, focusing on somatic symptom-related disorders and functional neurological symptom disorder. Dr. Elliott obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the College of William and Mary, followed by a Master’s and Doctoral degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. She completed her psychology internship at Nationwide Children's Hospital and a fellowship in Pediatric Psychology at the Texas Child Study Center, affiliated with Dell Children’s Medical Center. Her research primarily investigates the etiological factors related to somatic symptom disorders, and she is actively involved in multi-site research projects aimed at providing effective treatments for individuals with functional neurological symptom disorder (FNSD). Dr. Elliott is also a dedicated member of the Society of Pediatric Psychology and the American Psychological Association, contributing to her field through published articles and ongoing research efforts.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2016-08-01 — Present

Dell Medical School • Austin, TX

Engaged in education and clinical practice focusing on pediatric psychology.

Awards

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Outstanding Trainee Educator

2020-01-01
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Leadership & Education Neurodevelopmental & Related Disabilities (LEND) Training Fellowship

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.