I received my Master of Arts degree in School Psychology from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. I have worked in public schools for over 15 years, and currently serve in a local school system as a psychologist specialist. In the public schools, I have been a school-based psychologist, as well as a district-wide specialist providing staff development, parent education, Section 504 administrative support, and various other duties to facilitate the provision of mental health services to students.

In addition, I maintain a private practice as a licensed school psychologist. In this setting, I provide evaluations to clients from preschool through college age. I have had the opportunity to gain an excellent working knowledge of special education regulations and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as applied in public schools. I enjoy working with students and families in a compassionate and professional manner as they face a wide variety of challenges.

In private practice, I focus primarily on psychological evaluations. I complete assessments for children with potential learning disabilities, developmental delays, ADHD, or other social/emotional concerns. I am experienced with the process of applying for services and accommodations within the public schools, with the College Board (for SAT and AP exams), and with various colleges and universities.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Licensed School Psychologist, Department of Health Professions, Commonwealth of Virginia
• Nationally Certified School Psychologist
• School Psychologist, Pupil Services License, Department of Education, Commonwealth of Virginia
• Certified Trainer for QPR (“Question, Persuade, Refer”—gatekeeper program for suicide prevention)

HIGHER EDUCATION
• Master of Art – George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
• Bachelor of Arts – Athens State College (now University), Athens, AL

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
• American Psychological Association (APA)
• National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)
• Virginia Psychological Association (VPA); Virginia Academy of School Psychologists (VASP)
• Children and Adolescents with Attention Deficit Disorder (CHADD), Northern Virginia Chapter
• Virginia’s Suicide Prevention Council