Shannon Gallagher NP

Specialties: Child and Adolescent Developmental and Behavioral Health, Medication Management, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Learning Differences, Anxiety, Depression

Shannon is a board-certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. She earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology, with a minor in Sociology, from Bowdoin College, where she was captain of the women’s soccer team. She earned both her nursing degrees from Yale School of Nursing, completing her PNP training in Primary Care with an oncology concentration. Her clinical training with the Developmental Medicine team at Boston Children’s Hospital solidified her passion for pediatric developmental and behavioral health.

Shannon works with children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning differences, anxiety, depression, and other developmental and behavioral challenges. She provides comprehensive assessments, medication management, and individualized care, collaborating with families, schools, and interdisciplinary teams to support each child’s needs. Every child is unique, and navigating developmental or behavioral challenges can feel overwhelming.

Shannon strives to create a welcoming environment where children and families feel heard, understood, and respected. She partners with families to navigate challenges with confidence, recognize each child’s strengths, and celebrate progress.