Business Details
25 Years
experience
Licensed Educational Psychologist & Counseling Services in Sacramento
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist with over two decades of experience, I specialize in comprehensive psychoeducational and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young adults aged 3 to 24. My practice combines expertise in school psychology, special education, and neuroscience to help families and educators understand learning differences, attention deficits, and social-emotional challenges. With a Ph.D. in Learning and Mind Sciences from UC Davis and advanced training in pediatric neuropsychology, I employ a researcher-practitioner model to develop actionable recommendations.My services include individual counseling, family consultations, and collaborations with school districts and healthcare providers. I maintain a commitment to ethical practice, transparency, and practical solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Assessment Services
Counseling Services
Family Consultation
Learning Disability Evaluation
Telehealth Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in educational psychology
- Our Ph.D. in Learning and Mind Sciences combines education, psychology, and neuroscience
- We utilize neuropsychological principles in assessment development and interpretation
- We provide free 20-minute phone consultations for initial guidance
- We collaborate with schools and healthcare providers for comprehensive support
Services
Assessment Services
Comprehensive psychoeducational assessments identify learning disabilities, attention deficits, and neurodevelopmental challenges. Our evaluations examine cognitive functioning, academic achievement, and social-emotional behavior to create tailored support plans. Services include school observations and collaboration with educators for accurate diagnosis.
Counseling Services
Personalized counseling addresses academic stress, social challenges, and emotional regulation for children and young adults. Evidence-based techniques focus on skill development for managing anxiety, improving executive functioning, and enhancing self-esteem through practical, research-informed interventions.
Family Consultation
Guidance for parents navigating educational systems and implementing behavior management strategies. Services include interpreting assessment results, developing home-based interventions, and coordinating with schools to create supportive learning environments for children with special needs.
Learning Disability Evaluation
Specialized assessments identify specific learning disorders affecting reading, writing, and math. The process includes cognitive-achievement discrepancy analysis, information processing evaluations, and recommendations for classroom accommodations and individualized education plans.
Telehealth Services
Virtual counseling and consultation services for Colorado families. Secure video sessions maintain confidentiality while providing access to specialized expertise in learning differences, behavior management, and educational planning without geographic limitations.
People
Mary V. Gwaltney, Ph.D.
Licensed Educational Psychologist
Ph.D. in Learning and Mind Sciences from UC Davis with 20+ years of experience. Specializes in psychoeducational assessments and interventions for children with learning and attention challenges. Combines neuroscience research with practical educational applications.
Questions
What age groups do you work with?
I serve children and young adults aged 3 to 24, including preschoolers, K-12 students, and college-bound individuals with learning and attention challenges.
Do you accept insurance?
As an out-of-network provider, I provide documentation for potential reimbursement. Please check with your insurance carrier regarding coverage for psychological testing and counseling services.
How do assessments work?
Assessments involve 3-4 sessions including clinical interviews, standardized testing, school observations, and feedback meetings. Results include detailed recommendations for educational accommodations and support strategies.
What areas do you serve?
In-person services are available in Sacramento, California. Telehealth services extend to Colorado families through secure video conferencing platforms.
