Services

Professional Development

Providing high-quality professional development tailored to the needs of practicing school psychologists. Sessions are designed to enhance assessment skills, deepen theoretical understanding, and improve day-to-day efficiency.

Topics Include (but are not limited to):

  • Assessing Multilingual Learners for Bilingual and Monolingual School Psychologists
    Focused guidance on evaluating culturally and linguistically diverse students using a strengths based approach. Will also examine dyslexia in both English and Spanish.

  • Assessment Practices & Eligibility Decisions
    Focused guidance on evaluating students for Specific Learning Disability (SLD) and Other Health Impairment (OHI).

  • CHC Theory in Dyslexia Assessment
    Applying Cattell-Horn-Carroll theory to strengthen dyslexia evaluations and intervention planning.

  • Child Abuse Prevention, Assessment & Reporting
    Legal and ethical responsibilities, early identification, and trauma-informed practices.

  • Effective Use of Technology in School Psychology
    Demystifying Google Drive and other digital tools to streamline documentation and collaboration.

Independent Educational Evaluations

Rooted in Strength, Equity, and Clarity. Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs) that honor each student’s unique strengths while uncovering the supports they need to thrive.

  • Strengths-First Approach
    Every evaluation begins with what the student does well. By centering strengths, I create a foundation of empowerment and possibility.

  • Culturally Responsive & Bilingual Expertise
    With deep experience assessing bilingual learners and applying CHC theory through an equity lens, I ensure that every evaluation reflects the student’s full linguistic and cultural context.

  • Actionable, Clear Recommendations
    My reports translate complex data into practical strategies that educators and families can implement with confidence.

  • Collaborative & Respectful Process
    I integrate teacher feedback, chart data, and family input to create holistic profiles that foster understanding and partnership.

Who I Serve

  • Families seeking a second opinion or deeper insight into their child’s learning profile

  • School districts looking for thorough, strengths-based evaluations

  • Educational attorneys and advocates supporting student-centered outcomes

What You Can Expect

  • Comprehensive assessments tailored to the student’s needs

  • Clear, structured reports that prioritize strengths and support areas

  • Transparent communication throughout the evaluation process

  • A commitment to equity, clarity, and collaboration.

Previous Presentations                  

Giambona, M., & Zadrozny Zelaya, L., (2024, October). CHC Theory in Dyslexia Assessment. Workshop presented at the CASP Annual Convention, California Association of School Psychologists.

Topalian, J., & Zadrozny Zelaya, L. (2021, April). Child abuse prevention, assessment, and reporting. Workshop presented at the CASP Spring Institute, California Association of School Psychologists.

Zadrozny Zelaya, L. (2021, November). Effective use of technology for school psychology practices: Demystifying Google Drive. Webinar presented at the CASP Annual Convention, California Association of School Psychologists.

Zadrozny Zelaya, L. (2022, April). School psych hacks: Leverage technology to work smarter, not harder. Presentation for the Kern County Association of School Psychologists (KASP) Affiliate Association.

Zadrozny Zelaya, L. (2022, October). Assessing English language learners for bilingual and monolingual school psychologists. Workshop presented at the CASP Annual Convention, California Association of School Psychologists.

Zadrozny Zelaya, L. (2022, October). Understanding and utilization of the XBASS software (including the C-LIM). Workshop presented at the CASP Annual Convention, California Association of School Psychologists.

Zadrozny Zelaya, L. (2023, October). Understanding and utilization of the XBASS software (including the C-LIM). Workshop presented at the CASP Annual Convention, California Association of School Psychologists.