Vanessa Doughty
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic School Psychologist with experience at Clark County School District, skilled in conducting psychoeducational evaluations and implementing positive behavior supports. Proven ability to collaborate with educators and parents to develop effective interventions, enhancing student outcomes. Licensed in Nevada and nationally certified, with a strong focus on solutions-focused strategies and crisis intervention.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Psychologist
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2006 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychological evaluations to assess student needs and identify appropriate interventions.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans in collaboration with educators and parents.
- Provided crisis intervention support to students experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges.
- Supervised practicum level graduate students in the field of school psychology.
School Counselor
Clark County School District, CCSD
09.2001 - 08.2006
- Facilitated conflict resolution sessions, promoting healthy communication among students.
- Advised on college and career readiness programs, guiding students in post-secondary planning.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to create supportive learning environments for at-risk students.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
Education
Education Specialist - Educational Psychology
University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
Las Vegas, NV05-2006
Master of Education - Educational Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV05-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada, NV05-1997
Skills
- Positive behavior supports
- Academic intervention strategies
- Solutions-focused
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Behavioral assessment
- Psychoeducational evaluation
- Licensed in Nevada
- Nationally Certified through NASP
- Response to intervention
- Verbal and written communication
- Individual and family support
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Licensed in Nevada as a Counselor (since 2001) and School Psychologist (2006)
Certification
National Association of School Psychology
Timeline
School Psychologist
Clark County School District, CCSD
08.2006 - Current
School Counselor
Clark County School District, CCSD
09.2001 - 08.2006
Education Specialist - Educational Psychology
University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV)
Master of Education - Educational Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Nevada, Las Vegas