Emily J. Stapleton, Psy.D.

About

Emily J. Stapleton, Psy.D., is a pediatric psychologist at Scottish Rite for Children Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia, followed by her graduate and doctoral degrees in clinical psychology from the University of Denver. Dr. Stapleton completed her internship in pediatric behavioral health from Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, and completed her fellowship in pediatric psychology at Scottish Rite.

Her clinical interests include pain management, rehabilitation, coping with acute and chronic illness/injury and sports medicine and supporting young athletes following sports-related injuries. Dr. Stapleton has contributed to peer-reviewed research including a focus on the psychological and behavioral factors affecting pediatric and adolescent athletes, including athletic identity, mental health, coping, nutrition habits and recovery following sports-related injuries.

Her professional affiliations include the American Psychological Association, including Divisions 22, 47 and 54, the Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine Society, the Association for Applied Sport Psychology and the American Association of Pain Psychology.

With her extensive experience in clinical and pediatric psychology, Dr. Stapleton aims to ensure every child and family feels heard and empowered, especially when navigating hard moments like adjustment to injury, pain management, and the emotional challenges associated with rehabilitation.