Joy Goldberg-Ballentine

Media Releases

Get to know Pediatric Neuropsychologist Dr. Joy Goldberg-Ballentine, who serves patients in Denver, Colorado.

Dr. Goldberg-Ballentine is a pediatric neuropsychologist in Denver, Colorado. She is the Founder of Growing Minds, with a goal to try and make learning easier for children/adolescents and improve their socialization and quality of life.  

Among her other roles, Dr. Goldberg-Ballentine is on staff at National Jewish Health as an Associate Professor in Pediatric Neuropsychology and is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Denver where she teaches graduate level neuropsychology courses.

In her line of work, Dr. Goldberg-Ballentine aims to identify cognitive, memory, or academic challenges stemming from issues related to central nervous system functioning, such as learning disabilities, ADHD/executive functioning difficulties, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, epilepsy, sleep disorders, oncology/blood disorders, developmental/intellectual delays, and premature birth, to name a few. 

Graduating with her Doctor of Philosophy Degree from the University of Denver, Dr. Goldberg-Ballentine went on to perform her residency and fellowship at Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in offering comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments for children aged 5 to 18. Her evaluations encompass a wide range of areas including medical, behavioral, memory, learning, developmental, and cognitive difficulties. Additionally, Dr. Goldberg-Ballentine engages in consultation and collaboration with supporting parents, school personnel, and medical professionals to facilitate appropriate rehabilitative services and provide evidence-based recommendations. 

In order to continue learning updated strategies to support families, Dr. Goldberg-Ballentine has been a board member and general member of various neuropsychology and educational groups across the United States. Notably, she is an esteemed member of the International Neuropsychological Society, the American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology, the National Academy of Neuropsychology, and the Colorado Neuropsychological Society (Board member). 

Neuropsychology is a branch of psychology concerned with how a person’s cognition and behavior are related to the brain and the rest of the nervous system. Professionals in this branch of psychology, known as neuropsychologists, focus on how injuries or illnesses of the brain affect cognitive and behavioral functions.

In her spare time, Dr. Goldberg-Ballentine enjoys reading, watching her favorite sports teams, traveling with her husband, and playing with her adorable English Bulldog.

Recommended Articles

• What is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

  This mild viral disease most commonly seen in children is caused by enterovirus. Hand, foot, and mouth disease may happen in adults as well. It is characterized by sores in the mouth, hands, and legs and usually lasts for a few weeks. The disease is more common during the summer and fall. This...

• The History of Multiple Sclerosis

  Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic immune-mediated disorder of the central nervous system (CNS), which consists of the brain and spinal cord. The CNS is responsible for sending messages throughout the body. A fatty tissue called myelin helps the nerves conduct electrical impulses. In MS, the...

• Try a Gluten-Free Diet: It May Ease Fibromyalgia Pain

  Fibromyalgia causes pain all over your body and intense exhaustion. This disease is a common, but painful, condition that affects your bones and muscles, and it is often misdiagnosed and misunderstood. There is no cure for fibromyalgia and only a combination of medication, exercise, healthy habits,...

• The Emotional Rollercoaster of Losing a Patient

  Monica is a registered nurse who provides incalculable healthcare to her patients. She loves her job and deeply cares about everyone she works for. However, there is one thing she hates in the hospital: patient death. Monica still remembers the first time she was assigned a patient. He was an old...

• Managing High Fever In Children

  Most of the time, a fever doesn’t indicate a serious problem. However, it can be alarming and frightening if a child’s body temperature increases dramatically. Oftentimes, fever is the body’s way of fighting infections. Although not all fevers need treatment, a high fever can make children...

• Everything You Need To Know About Circumcision

  Everything You Need To Know About CircumcisionWhat is circumcision? A circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin on male’s penis. This is an operation done by a professional doctor, since it requires expertise to conduct the procedure. The foreskin is the outer cover skin of the male...