Psychology Forward

During the course of my career as a school psychologist, I have been fortunate to serve on many interview committees for the purpose of hiring school psychologists, social workers, administrators and teachers. These experiences as well as, my own experience […]

In my tenure as a school psychologist I have worked with a multitude of students with learning disabilities, each with their own unique set of challenges that affect their progress and academic achievement. I have had the fortunate experience to […]

The professional practice of psychology in Russia is an emerging discipline with a colorful history and exciting implications for the future. My experience living and working in Russia for two years has taught me that that Russians are keenly interested […]

High school students with learning disabilities are at increased risk for falling behind during distance learning. In the traditional learning environment, children with identified learning disabilities typically have access to special education services and accommodations. The provision of special education […]

Educating and managing the complex needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) challenges the most seasoned teacher. The unique learning, social and behavioral characteristics of students on the Spectrum necessitate a coordinated approach from all professionals. In my experience as […]

During my tenure as a school psychologist, I have participated and chaired hundreds of Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings. Parents usually have an understanding that IEP meetings are to review their child’s progress based on the measurement of the specific […]

Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder (SCD) is one of the most confusing disorders for parents and teachers to understand. It is a relatively new disorder, first appearing in the Fifth Edition of the Diagnostic Statistical Manual (DSM-5) in 2013. The origins […]

Passing the EPPP is the last task in the long journey towards becoming a licensed psychologist. After completing a dissertation, doctoral internship and a doctoral degree, the EPPP is the final step towards licensure. The Examination for Professional Practice in […]

Starting a private practice was a professional aspiration of mine since I began my Ph.D. program. For me, it symbolized practicing psychology in its purest form, without the bureaucratic burdens that come from working within a hospital, clinic or school. […]

Completing a psychology dissertation represents the last lap on a long, arduous race towards the completion of a doctoral degree. Psychology students who engage on the long journey of obtaining a Ph.D. of Psy.D have already completed 4 years of […]