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Lara Zawacki, MA, CAGS, Licensed Educational Psychologist providing neuropsychological and psychoeducational evaluations in S

Lara Zawacki

MA, CAGS, ABSNP

LICENSED EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST

Understanding neurodiversity fosters self-acceptance, self-compassion, and growth.

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Psychoeducational testing provides a comprehensive understanding of one's cognitive, academic, neuropsychological, developmental, and emotional functioning to help identify strengths, clarify challenges, and guide meaningful support and intervention.

PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL AND NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING

  • Comprehensive assessments to identify individualized research-based recommendations to promote academic, social, and emotional success.

  • ADHD Testing & detailed assessment of executive functioning skills​ in children, teens, and adults, with tailored recommendations for school, work, and daily life. 

  • Assessment for Specific Learning Disabilities including: reading learning disorder (Dyslexia), written language disorder (Dysgraphia), and math disorder (Dyscalculia).

  • Gifted (twice-exceptional or 2e) & IQ Testing for school placement or gifted program eligibility.

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder Evaluations (preschool through adult) including presentations that may be missed, misdiagnosed, or overlooked--especially in girls, non-binary, and women.

  • Academic Accommodations & Educational Consultation to review current services and school support.

  • Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs).

  • Expert guidance on accessing educational services through IEPs, 504 Plans, and standardized testing accommodations (e.g., SAT, ACT, GRE, MCAT, LSAT).

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BACKGROUND

  • Practicing as a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP) in California since 2006.​

  • Obtained a Master of Arts (MA) and an Advanced Graduate Degree (CAGS) in School Psychology from Tufts University.

  • Awarded distinction as a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) in 2002.

  • Diplomate in School Neuropsychology 2026 (ABSNP).

  • ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider Certificate (ADHD-CCSP).

  • Credentialed School Psychologist in California since 2002, serving in school districts including: Encinitas, Palo Alto, and San Jose.

  • Deep sense of gratitude for endless learning and growing every day.

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