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School Psychology Clinic
The School Psychology Clinic at the University of Georgia offers comprehensive psychological services for infants and toddlers, preschool and school age children, and adolescents throughout the State of Georgia and southeast region. We conduct psychological evaluations, and offer individual therapy and group intervention. Additionally, education and training are provided through workshops and consultation. Clinical services are provided by advanced graduate students who are supervised by a licensed psychologist. We adhere to applicable legal, ethical, and professional standards in the provision of psychological services.
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School Psychology Faculty include:
- Scott P. Ardoin, Ph.D.
- Jonathon Campbell, Ph.D.
- A. Michele Lease, Ph.D.
- Amy Reschly, Ph.D.
Clinical Services and Community Outreach
Assessment
The School Psychology Clinic conducts psychological evaluations to assess children's developmental, educational, and mental health status. We respond to a variety of referral concerns, provide a detailed report of children's strengths and weaknesses, and provide recommendations to address identified needs. We provide diagnostic information and assist in educational planning to address the following concerns:
- Developmental delays
- Learning disabilities
- Attention problems
- Behavioral and adjustment problems
- Social and emotional difficulties
Intervention
Individual child therapy, group intervention, and parent support groups are among the intervention services offered by the School Psychology Clinic, or through collaborative arrangements with local schools or community agencies.
Interventions are designed to help improve skills in the following areas:
- Social problem-solving and peer relationships
- Anger management
- Conflict resolution
- Parent Child relationships
- Defiant and oppositional behavior
- Behavior Management
- Emotional functioning
Community Outreach
The School Psychology Clinic periodically offers workshops to provide information about children's development and functioning. We will work with community agencies, parent groups, and schools to develop workshops that are specific to identified needs. Possible topics include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Effective discipline techniques
- Methods to improve parent-child communication skills
- Helping children to succeed in school
Fees for assessment and intervention are based on a sliding scale. Community workshops are provided for one set fee and prices vary according to the type of workshop that is conducted. For additional information about services that are offered through the School Psychology Clinic or to make an appointment, call (706) 542-4265.
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