TERESA MILLER HOLZAPFEL
Keller,Texas
Summary
Driven School Psychologist with extensive experience in Texas public schools. Expert in psychological assessment and crisis intervention, enhancing student outcomes through positive behavior support techniques. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with parents and teachers, fostering a supportive environment for individual and family growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
School Psychologist
Northwest Independent School District
Justin, Texas
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted psychological evaluations for emotional disability and autism concerns.
- Collaborated with Northwest ISD campus teams to address and resolve student behavior concerns.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated services for students with special needs across multiple agencies.
- Supported ARD meetings to facilitate eligibility and placement decisions for students.
- Provided guidance on social-emotional and behavioral student needs.
- Submitted medical claims through electronic billing systems
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
Grapevine Colleyville Independent School District
Grapevine, Texas
08.2017 - 06.2024
- Conducted psychological evaluations for emotional disturbance, autism, and ADHD to inform interventions and support plans.
- Facilitated special education counseling sessions and developed functional behavioral assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) to enhance student outcomes.
- Managed crisis responses and performed risk assessments to ensure student safety and well-being.
- Managed student and staff records using district databases and forms.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, Part Time High School Specialist
Duncanville High School
Duncanville, Texas
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Delivered special education counseling, conducted functional behavior assessments, and developed behavior plans to support student success.
- Conducted psychological evaluations for emotional disturbance, autism, and ADHD to inform intervention strategies and support student needs.
- Managed student and staff records in compliance with district policies and confidentiality standards to ensure data integrity.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, High School Specialist
Keller Independent School District
Keller, Texas
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Conducted psychological evaluations to identify emotional disturbances and inform intervention strategies.
- Provided special education counseling and developed behavior plans to support student needs and enhance learning environments.
- Maintained confidential information following school district privacy requirements.
- Attended training sessions to improve professional skills and apply best practices in school psychology.
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
Birdville Independent School District
Haltom City, Texas
08.2007 - 09.2015
- Completed psychological evaluations for emotional disturbance and autism.
- Supervised and guided LSSP intern in professional development and case management.
- Facilitated communication with parents, teachers, and administrators to address service needs and enhance student support.
- Provided guidance for campus behavior programs.
- Organized and maintained student and staff records in district databases, ensuring accuracy for compliance and effective service delivery. in district databases and forms.
- Coordinated school psychology caseloads and screening of applicants.
Evaluation Specialist (Licensed Specialist in School Psychology)
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth, Texas
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Conducted psychological assessments for emotional disturbance and learning disabilities.
- Facilitated behavioral improvement classrooms through targeted consultation and guidance.
- Delivered counseling support for at-risk and pregnant or parenting students to foster resilience and academic success.
- Coordinated schoolwide counseling intervention, engaging volunteer mental health professionals to enhance student support services.
Psychology Predoctoral Intern, TASP Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year 2005
Fort Worth Independent School District
Fort Worth, Texas
07.2004 - 06.2005
- Conducted psychological evaluations
- Facilitated support groups focused on anger management and healthy relationships
- Provided counseling for students
- Completed neuropsychological rotation at Cook Children's Hospital at Cook Children's Hospital in Fort Worth.
- Led outreach program at local homeless shelter and conducted related research project.
- Collaborated with teachers to address behavioral and emotional difficulties in students.
Senior Residential Counselor
Child and Family Services of Newport
, Rhode Island
05.2003 - 07.2004
- Supervised youth in residential care, implementing trauma-informed support strategies to enhance emotional and behavioral stability at Child and Family Services of Newport.
- Monitored daily routines and behaviors, ensuring safety and adherence to therapeutic protocols within living settings.
- Supported therapeutic team in residential program serving youth ages 12 to 18 impacted by abuse or neglect.
- Facilitated skill-building in daily living and social behavior, fostering independence and positive interactions among residents.
Counseling Extern (therapy for individual children and their families)
Psychological Consultation Center, University of Rhode Island
, Rhode Island
01.2003 - 07.2004
- Developed treatment plans and documented progress notes to track client development.
- Provided essential support to pediatric clients during therapy sessions. with counseling services under direct supervision.
- Screened pediatric clients for counseling clinic intake and assessed service fit.
Graduate Assistant
Eleanor Slater (State) Hospital
Cranston, Rhode Island
09.2003 - 05.2004
- Collaborated on neuropsychological assessment and intervention planning for adults in residential care with severe mental illnesses to improve care strategies.
- Conducted cognitive assessments for adult civil and forensic psychiatric inpatients to inform treatment planning.
- Facilitated legal competency group therapy for adult male forensic patients to enhance understanding of legal processes.
Graduate Assistant
Psychological Consultation Center, University of Rhode Island
, Rhode Island
09.2001 - 04.2003
- Coordinated clinic administration and outreach advertising to enhance visibility and engagement.
- Supported program development for school psychology clinic.
- Created and implemented paperwork, confidentiality, and case management processes to establish program structure and organization.
- Screened and contacted pediatric clients for school psychology clinic to ensure suitability for services.
Psychology Associate
Department of Neuropsychology, Kennedy Krieger Institute
Baltimore, Maryland
03.2000 - 08.2001
- Administered psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessment batteries for clinical patients and research participants.
- Conducted psychological evaluations for school-aged children in urban elementary schools.
- Prepared psychological reports to summarize evaluation findings and inform treatment plans.
- Coordinated multiple research projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and compliance standards.
Neuropsychology Technician
Developmental Cognitive Neurology, Kennedy Krieger Institute
Baltimore, Maryland
12.1998 - 02.2000
- Coordinated patient testing and examination support for neurologists and clinicians, ensuring accurate assessment processes.
- Administered and scored psychoeducational and neuropsychological assessments.
- Facilitated case conferences by providing assessment insights for clinical cases with Dr. Martha Denckla.
- Completed training to uphold standardization and consistency of assessments for research implementation.
- Maintained confidential records following Kennedy Krieger Institute standards
Master's level externship
Learning Disabilities Research Center, Kennedy Krieger Institute
Baltimore, Maryland
08.1998 - 12.1998
- Assisted in neuropsychological assessments for learning and genetic conditions, contributing to diagnostic clarity.
- Engaged in weekly neuropsychology seminars to deepen understanding of current research and practices.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Master's level externship
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Division of Medical Psychology, Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
08.1998 - 12.1998
- Conducted psychological assessments for children and adults referred pre- and post-surgery, impacting treatment planning for cochlear implantation, hemispherectomy, liver transplant, and lung transplant.
- Engaged in neuropsychology seminars, grand rounds, and journal club discussions to enhance clinical knowledge and contribute to professional development.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
University Of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI01-2005
Graduate Certificate - Effective Teaching of Reading
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD01-2001
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Loyola College
Baltimore, MD01-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wheeling Jesuit College
Wheeling, West Virginia01-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Wheeling Jesuit College
Wheeling, West Virginia01-1996
Skills
- Psychological assessment
- Functional behavior assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Positive behavior support techniques
- Developmental psychology
- Individual and family support
- Parent collaboration
- Solutions-focused
Timeline
School Psychologist
Northwest Independent School District
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
Grapevine Colleyville Independent School District
08.2017 - 06.2024
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, Part Time High School Specialist
Duncanville High School
09.2016 - 05.2017
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, High School Specialist
Keller Independent School District
09.2015 - 08.2016
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
Birdville Independent School District
08.2007 - 09.2015
Evaluation Specialist (Licensed Specialist in School Psychology)
Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2005 - 06.2007
Psychology Predoctoral Intern, TASP Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year 2005
Fort Worth Independent School District
07.2004 - 06.2005
Graduate Assistant
Eleanor Slater (State) Hospital
09.2003 - 05.2004
Senior Residential Counselor
Child and Family Services of Newport
05.2003 - 07.2004
Counseling Extern (therapy for individual children and their families)
Psychological Consultation Center, University of Rhode Island
01.2003 - 07.2004
Graduate Assistant
Psychological Consultation Center, University of Rhode Island
09.2001 - 04.2003
Psychology Associate
Department of Neuropsychology, Kennedy Krieger Institute
03.2000 - 08.2001
Neuropsychology Technician
Developmental Cognitive Neurology, Kennedy Krieger Institute
12.1998 - 02.2000
Master's level externship
Learning Disabilities Research Center, Kennedy Krieger Institute
08.1998 - 12.1998
Master's level externship
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Division of Medical Psychology, Johns Hopkins Hospital
08.1998 - 12.1998
Doctor of Philosophy - Psychology
University Of Rhode Island
Graduate Certificate - Effective Teaching of Reading
Johns Hopkins University
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
Loyola College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Wheeling Jesuit College
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Wheeling Jesuit College