The School Psychology Clinic at the University of Georgia offers comprehensive psychological services for preschool and school age children and adolescents throughout the State of Georgia and southeast region. We conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, ADHD evaluations, and evaluations to determine if individuals meet criteria for gifted services. 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.
Notice of Health Information Privacy Practices
School Psychology Faculty include:
- Scott P. Ardoin, Ph.D.
- A. Michele Lease, Ph.D.
- Amy Reschly, Ph.D.
Clinic Supervisors
ELIZABETH EDMONDS
Ph.D., Educational Psychology, University of Georgia, 1996
Licensed Psychologist
Internship: Oklahoma Health Consortium/Oklahoma Health Sciences Center (APA-approved, Clinical Psychology)
AMANDA DYER
Ph.D., School Psychology, The University of Georgia, 2006
Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP); Licensed Psychologist
Internship: Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (APA-approved internship), Houston, Texas 2005-2006
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
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
For additional information about services that are offered through the School Psychology Clinic or to make an appointment, call (706) 542-4265.