Audra Walsh, PhD
Pronouns: she/her/hers
I am a licensed psychologist, Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and special educator. I have more than fifteen years of experience working with youth and families in a variety of settings including homes, clinics, and schools. I earned a Doctorate in School Psychology with a specialization in Pediatric Psychology from the University of South Florida, as well as a Masters in Special Education from Hunter College (CUNY) with a focus on Specific Learning Disabilities and a special interest in Autism Spectrum Disorders.
My experience includes conducting evaluations such as developmental, gifted, academic, behavioral, and mental health assessments, including assessment of learning difficulties/differences, Dyslexia, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, and other conditions that may affect learning. I facilitate parent trainings and provide home-based caregiver coaching and support, and conduct evidence-based therapies including cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and individual and family therapy. I have worked with children and families with diverse needs and abilities, from those with typical development to children with exceptionalities including developmental delays, learning difficulties, executive functioning and attention deficits, challenging behaviors, mental health problems, chronic health conditions, and giftedness.
I am a member of the American Psychological Association, the National Association of School Psychologists and I've authored several publications in the field of pediatric psychology, recently having co-authored a book entitled "Evidence-Based Interventions for Children with Challenging Behavior" - published by Springer and available on Amazon.com.
Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, I am a wife and mother of three. I enjoy being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.