Faculty: Daniel Seichepine, PhD

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Daniel Seichepine, PhD

Associate Professor, Clinical Psychology Department

Degree Major/Emphasis Institution  
Post-doctoral Fellowship Neuropsychology Boston University School of Medicine 2013
American Psychological Association-approved Internship   Dartmouth Medical School 2011
PhD Psychology Boston University 2011
BA Psychology California State University, Chico 2002

Research and Practice Interests

  • Cognitive aging
  • Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases
  • Traumatic brain injury and concussion
  • Adult ADHD
  • Early detection and assessment of cognitive disorders

Publications and Presentations

Dr. Seichepine has authored or co-authored more than a dozen peer-reviewed publications and delivered a TEDx talk titled “Why Early Detection Is the Best Hope Against Alzheimer’s.” He regularly presents to professional and general audiences on topics related to cognitive aging, including Alzheimer’s disease and concussion.


Concurrent Leadership, Service and Professional Activities

Dr. Seichepine is the founder and director of Next Step Neuropsychology, where he provides neuropsychological evaluations for adults with concerns related to ADHD, memory loss, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury, and concussion. He also participates in community education and media outreach related to brain health, cognitive aging, and the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease


Prior Experience

Before joining William James College, Dr. Seichepine spent 12 years at the University of New Hampshire, where he served as an associate professor and interim department chair. His previous clinical and research experience includes work at the National Institutes of Health, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, the Boston University Alzheimer’s Disease Center, and the VA Boston Healthcare System.


Professional Affiliations

  • International Neuropsychological Society