Evelyn Barrera, Ed.S.

As a private practice school psychologist, I provide a range of services tailored to meet the specific needs of your child. My services include conducting assessments to identify learning challenges or emotional concerns, developing intervention plans, and providing consultation to support your child's academic and social success. I work closely with you and your child to create a personalized plan that addresses their unique needs and helps them thrive in an educational setting.

Collaboration is a crucial aspect of my approach. In a private practice setting, I will work with your child's teachers, school personnel, and any other professionals involved in their care to create a seamless and comprehensive support system. This collaborative effort ensures that your child's educational and emotional needs are met and that we can collectively work toward their success.

A Clinical Psychologist specializes in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health issues in individuals across the lifespan, often working in various settings like private practices or healthcare facilities. In contrast, a School Psychologist focuses on the psychological and educational needs of students in an academic context, conducting assessments, offering support within the school environment, and collaborating with educators, parents, and students to enhance students' academic and emotional well-being.

As a school psychologist, I can provide guidance on recognizing signs of developmental disorders or mental health issues in students. It's essential to stay vigilant for indicators such as significant changes in behavior, emotions, or academic performance. Warning signs may include withdrawal from social interactions, extreme mood swings, consistent academic struggles, persistent anxiety, frequent disruptions, or a sudden loss of interest in activities.

With expertise in giftedness, learning disabilities, ADHD, and autism evaluations, Evelyn tailors psychoeducational testing and assessment for your child's unique needs. Beyond academics, Evelyn collaborates with our entire team of counselors, psychiatrists, and academic tutors to ensure a supportive environment where your child thrives academically, emotionally and socially.

Evelyn is experienced in the following assessments:

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Evaluations for all age groups, including preschoolers
• Intellectual and Cognitive Assessments to gauge overall cognitive functioning
• Learning Disability Assessments to identify specific learning challenges
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Evaluations for attention and impulse control
• Emotional and Behavioral Assessments to understand and address mental health concerns
• Social-Emotional Developmental Screenings to assess interpersonal skills
• Adaptive Functioning Assessments to evaluate daily life skills
• Speech and Language Assessments for communication development
• Executive Functioning Assessments to evaluate skills like organization and planning
• Academic Achievement Testing to measure proficiency in core subjects
• Gifted and Talented Assessments to identify exceptional cognitive abilities
• Psychoeducational Assessments to understand the interaction between cognitive and educational factors
• Functional Behavioral Assessments to analyze and address challenging behaviors
• Preschool Developmental Screenings to assess overall development in young children