Business Details
25 Years
experience
Licensed Educational Psychologist in Sacramento | Mary Educational Gwaltney Psychologist
As a Licensed Educational Psychologist with over two decades of experience, I have dedicated my career to understanding the intricate relationship between learning, behavior, and brain function. My practice, established in 2001, combines academic expertise from UC Davis and specialized training in pediatric neuropsychology to provide comprehensive assessments and tailored interventions for children and young adults. With a background spanning roles as a teacher, counselor, and school psychologist, I approach each case through a holistic lens, prioritizing actionable insights that empower families and educators.My doctoral research on working memory in students with autism informs my commitment to evidence-based strategies that address individual learning differences. Collaborating with schools and healthcare providers, I strive to bridge the gap between clinical findings and practical solutions, ensuring families receive clear, compassionate guidance. Whether through direct counseling or independent educational evaluations, my focus remains on fostering environments where every child can thrive academically and socially.
Services
Psychoeducational Assessments
Learning Disability Evaluation
Attention Deficit Assessment
Individual Counseling
Family Consultation
School District Collaboration
Telehealth Services
Parent Training
Neurodevelopmental Screening
Educational Planning
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in educational psychology and child development
- Our assessments integrate neuropsychological principles with practical educational applications
- We provide free 20-minute initial phone consultations to assess service fit
- Our practice combines academic research with real-world classroom experience
- We collaborate directly with schools and healthcare providers for comprehensive support
Services
Psychoeducational Assessments
Comprehensive evaluations examining cognitive, academic, and emotional factors affecting learning. Utilizing standardized tools and neuropsychological principles, we identify learning disabilities, attention disorders, and processing differences. Our assessments provide actionable recommendations for schools and families to implement targeted interventions that support academic success.
Individual Counseling
Personalized counseling sessions addressing emotional and behavioral challenges in children and adolescents. Focused on improving self-regulation, social skills, and coping strategies, our approach integrates developmental psychology with practical techniques. Sessions help young clients navigate academic pressures and social-emotional difficulties through evidence-based therapeutic methods.
Family Consultation
Collaborative consultations helping families understand assessment results and implement effective strategies at home. We translate complex psychological findings into practical parenting approaches, focusing on behavior management and communication techniques. Our goal is to empower caregivers with tools that support their child's unique learning and emotional needs.
School District Collaboration
Professional collaboration with schools to develop individualized education plans and classroom accommodations. We conduct independent educational evaluations during disputes and provide teacher training on neurodiversity. Our services bridge home and school environments through evidence-based recommendations that address specific learning challenges.
Telehealth Services
Virtual assessment and consultation services for Colorado families. Maintaining the same rigorous standards as in-person evaluations, our telehealth platform provides accessible care through secure video conferencing. Services include remote testing, parent consultations, and collaboration with local educators to implement support strategies.
People
Mary Educational Gwaltney Psychologist
Licensed Educational Psychologist
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Gwaltney holds a Ph.D. in Learning and Mind Sciences from UC Davis. She specializes in psychoeducational assessments and interventions for children with learning differences, combining expertise in neuropsychology and special education to support families and schools across California and Colorado.
Questions
What ages do you work with?
We serve children and young adults aged 3 to 24, addressing developmental needs across preschool through college transition stages.
Do you accept insurance?
We operate as an out-of-network provider. Clients receive detailed documentation to submit for potential insurance reimbursement.
How long does an assessment take?
Comprehensive evaluations typically require 6-8 hours of testing, with results and recommendations provided in a detailed written report.
What's included in the initial consultation?
The free 20-minute call discusses your concerns, explains our process, and determines if our services match your needs.
Do you provide school accommodations?
Yes, our assessments identify specific accommodations and collaborate with schools to implement effective educational plans.
