Jennifer Paz Ryan

I have spent the majority of my professional career specializing in the treatment and assessment of children, adolescents, and families. I earned my M.Ed. and taught for five years within the DPS system in Five Points. My experience as a classroom teacher allows me to communicate and navigate effectively within the education system understanding the obstacles impacting students academic success. I am also bilingual and bicultural and offer Spanish speaking services to families. A central focus of my practice has been providing psychological assessment for children and adolescents. I believe that assessment can provide insight and increase understanding of children’s abilities and perceptions of their world, ultimately impacting their sense of self. Utilizing scientifically grounded measures, I provide functional recommendations that will bolster the child’s success. I utilize evidence based treatment modalities and my philosophical orientation encompasses third wave behaviorism includi