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).
Note: For information about Colorado licensing requirements in the area of school psychology, please refer to the information contained within Educator Licensing’s Endorsement Requirements page under “Special Service Provider Endorsements"
Organizations
- Colorado School Society of Psychologists
- Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
- The National Association of School Psychologists
For more information, please contact:
Julia Wigert
Email Julia Wigert
Phone: (303) 866-6933
