School Psychology Services

School Psychologist - School Psychologist (ages 0-21) - 7.06 (PDF)

School psychologists are the mental health professionals who help children and youth overcome barriers to success in school, at home, and in life. They use many different strategies to address individual needs, as well as enhance systems that support students on school and district-wide levels.

School psychologists lower barriers to healthy learning and behavior through intervention, prevention, assessment, consultation, and advocacy. School psychologists work with parents, educators, and other mental health service providers to help each child develop resiliency, competence, and self esteem, resulting in improving the lives and learning of children and youth. (National Association of School Psychologists, 2004).

The School Psychology & Special Education Evaluation Specialist focuses their work on supporting school psychologists and school social workers in schools in Colorado. They can provide support in the areas of special education evaluation and eligibility, Response to Intervention/Multi-Tiered System of Supports, and mental health for students with disabilities. If you have questions regarding licensing, please contact the Colorado Department of Education Licensing Team directly (information below under "Resources"). If you have questions relating to private practice, please contact the Department of Regulatory Agencies (information below under "Resources").

IRIS Center On Demand Professional Development

The IRIS Center is a national center dedicated to improving education outcomes for all children, especially those with disabilities birth through age twenty-one, through the use of effective evidence-based practices and interventions.

Visit the IRIS Center

A Guide to School-Based Mental Health Services and Professionals in Colorado

School-Based Mental Health Professionals are crucial in providing social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health support to students and staff. The Guide to School-Based Mental Health Services and Professionals in Colorado offers insights into these professionals' roles, importance, and interactions with students.

View or download a copy of the Guide to School-Based Mental Health Services and Professionals in Colorado (PDF)

What's New

Special Education Evaluation Webinar Series

Join our five-part webinar series on foundational concepts of special education evaluation! This series will cover essential topics to ensure thorough evaluations, foster strong partnerships with families, address cultural diversity, utilize alternative assessment methods, and effectively communicate assessment findings.

Webinar Series Dates and Topics:

September 24, 2024 - Comprehensiveness in Special Education Evaluation and Data-Based Decision Making
October 29, 2024 - Best Practices in Non-Discriminatory Assessment for Special Education
December 17, 2024 - Meaningful Family Participation and Collaboration in the Special Education Evaluation Process -
January 28, 2025 - Best Practices in Teleassessment: Leveraging Technology for Effective Evaluations -
March 5, 2025 - Effective Psychoeducational Reports and Data Communication -

Registration & More
Registration will close two weeks prior to each date.

This event is open to public educators across Colorado, especially professionals who are new to special education or those needing a refresher on evidence-based foundational strategies in special education evaluation.

Universal Authorization / Consent for Release of Information Form

A standardized consent form for release of information (ROI) between school-based mental health/health professionals and community partners and agencies is highly recommended for AUs. The following link provides a ROI form that any AU can use. The PDF can be filled in electronically, or used as a template for creating an ROI form for your AU.

Downloadable Electronic Universal Authorization/Consent Form (PDF)

School Psychology Internship Information

CO School Psychology Internship Timeline (Google Doc.)

School Psychology Internship Form (Google Form)

Available Internship Matrix (Google Sheet)

Colorado School Psychology Internship Guidance Document (Google Doc.)

Special Service Provider Intern Authorization

Colorado School Psychology and Social Worker Positions

Unofficial List of Available School-Based Mental Health Practitioner Positions Matrix for the 2024-2025 School Year (Google Sheet)
Available Position Form – only to be completed by districts and administrative units.
Please note that this may not include all of the jobs open in Colorado. Visit individual district websites for a complete list of job opportunities. All applications should be submitted directly to the district in which you are applying.

National Trauma-Focused Intern Training (T-FIT) for Counseling, Psychology, Social Work and other School Mental Health Trainees

Foundations of Trauma-Informed School Mental Health and Trauma-Informed School, Classroom, and Counseling Supports Online Training from the National Center for Safe Supportive Schools

Find out more information and register for Pre-Service Training at the National Center for Safe Supportive Schools website.

Resources and Information

Licensing Information

Licensing Standards
Colorado Teacher Endorsement Requirements
School Psychologist Special Service License Endorsements
Department of Education Licensing Office
- Send an email to CDE Licensing
- Phone: 303-866-6628
Please note, this position is not an expert in licensing and if you have specific questions, it is best to contact licensing office.

Department of Regulatory Agencies

Department of Regulatory Agencies
- Email Department of Regulatory Agencies
- Phone: 303-894-7855 or 1-800-886-7675 (Toll Free outside the Denver metro area)
Please note, this position does not support school psychologists or social workers in private practice.

School Mental Health and Behavior Listserv

The School Mental Health and Behavior Listserv is a great way to receive information through periodic emails on statewide training(s), job opportunities, and mental health and/or behavior related events. If you would like to sign up for the listserv, please send your request to Krista Klabo, at Klabo_K@cde.state.co.us.

State and National Partners

Professional Organizations

Colorado Society of School Psychologists
National Association of School Psychologists
Colorado School Social Work Association
University Training Programs in Colorado:
Colorado Bilingual School Mental Health Network

For more information, please contact:

Krista Klabo, Ed.S NCSP
School Psychology and Special Education Evaluation Specialist
Email Krista
(720) 284–2524

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