School Psychology Services

Purpose: 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).

Resources

Professional Organizations

• Colorado School Society of Psychologists
• The National Association of School Psychologists
• University Training Programs:
  • University of Colorado at Denver
  • University of Denver
  • University of Northern Colorado
• Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
• The National Child Traumatic Stress Network - A Child Trauma Toolkit for Educators (PDF)
• Colorado Bilingual School Mental Health Network

For more information, please contact:

Gina Herrera
Email Gina Herrera
Phone: (303) 866-6605