BRAINS

Krestin Radonovich, PhD

Neuropsychologist

Biography

Dr. Krestin Radonovich is a pediatric neuropsychologist with over 25 years of experience in the assessment and treatment of neurological, cognitive, and neurodevelopmental conditions. She is highly regarded for her rigorous academic training, her leadership in clinical program development, and her compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

Dr. Radonovich completed her Ph.D. at the University of Florida and further training at the Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins Medicine. She has held faculty positions at the University of Florida and the University of Pittsburgh, and has played a key role in training the next generation of neuropsychologists, physicians, and allied health professionals. She most recently served as Director of the NeuroDevelopmental Center at West Virginia University, where she led interdisciplinary teams in the evaluation and care of individuals with complex neurodevelopmental disorders.

Her clinical expertise includes the neuropsychological evaluation of children with epilepsy, brain injury, cancer, genetic conditions, autism spectrum disorder, movement disorders, and learning challenges. She provides clear, actionable assessments that support informed decision making and individualized intervention planning.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Radonovich has a long-standing interest in arts and medicine. She served as the Scientist in Residence at the UF Arts in Medicine program and The College of the Arts. She has conducted research on the intersection of movement, creativity, and cognition. Her work explores the role of dance and embodied cognition in supporting neurodevelopment, particularly in children with ASD. She believes healing and growth occur where science, empathy, and creativity meet.

Dr. Radonovich brings a unique blend of scientific expertise, clinical empathy, and creative insight to her work, offering thorough, accessible, and actionable evaluations. She helps patients and families navigate complex neurocognitive challenges with clarity and compassion. Her work reflects a belief that understanding the brain is both a scientific and humanistic endeavor—one that benefits from the integration of knowledge, movement, and meaning.

Education

  • University of North Dakota – BS, Psychology
  • North Dakota State University – MS, Clinical Psychology
  • University of Florida – PhD, Clinical Psychology, Neuropsychology

Areas of Interest

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Brain injury
  • Cancer
  • Epilepsy
  • Genetic Conditions
  • Learning Disorders
  • Movement Disorders