ABOUT

Dr. Bylund is highly trained in the areas of educational and neuropsychological assessment and trusts that you will be pleased with the effort he puts forth to address your unique needs, or the needs of your son or daughter. Dr. Bylund has been serving individuals with known and suspected disabilities, in both public school and clinic settings, for the past 15 years.

Dr. Bylund earned his Master’s in Education and Educational Specialist Degree in School Psychology from San Diego State University. He then went on to complete his Doctor of Psychology in Educational Psychology, with an emphasis in Neuropsychological Assessment and Intervention, from Alliant International University. Dr. Bylund is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Diplomate of the American Board of School Neuropsychology, and board certified in neurofeedback. Over his career Dr. Bylund has worked as a School Psychologist, SELPA Program Specialist, District Director of Student Support Services, Licensed Psychologist in private practice, Owner/Director of The Bylund Clinic. He is also a co-founder of the non-profit TechHealthy.org, which aims to empower families, schools, and mental health providers to protect their children, students, and clients from risks associated with technology overuse and misuse.

In addition to his work as a psychologist, Dr. Bylund has served as a university instructor (SDSU, AIU, BU) teaching courses in psycho-educational assessment, neuropsychological assessment, best practices in school psychology, and special education law. Dr. Bylund has published numerous articles and presented on a wide range of topics covering psycho-educational and neuropsychological assessment (dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD, emotional disturbance), internet addiction, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, trauma, mental health assessment and intervention, comprehensive and legally defensible psycho-educational evaluation, neuroplasticity, mindfulness based interventions, motivational interviewing, developing sense of efficacy and intrinsic motivation, second language acquisition, and cultural competence in school psychology.

Christine Oates, Psy.D., ABSNP

Dr. Oates completed her MA in School Psychology and Ed.S. in Educational Psychology at Chapman University. She then went on to earn her Psy.D. in Educational Psychology from Alliant International University, with and emphasis in neuropsychological assessment and intervention. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of School Neuropsychology. Her specializations include assessment and intervention of autism spectrum disorder, executive dysfunction, and learning disorders (e.g., dyslexia), mindfulness-based interventions, as well as child and adolescent mental health. Dr. Oates has experience working in both public and private settings, serving clients from age three through young adulthood. Her person-centered approach to both assessment and intervention forms the foundation of positive change in the lives of the young people she serves. 

Sara Beth Bavin, M.A., Ed.S., LEP

Sara Beth Bavin is a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP # 3786) who has over 15 years of experience in the field of education, with a focus on special education. In her dedicated work with public schools, she has provided academic instruction and psychological services in various settings and ranging from early childhood to adult. As an adjunct professor of school psychology, she has supervised intern and fieldwork students and lectured for assessment, behavior, and counseling courses. Sara Beth has special interest in the areas of: assessment and intervention for learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, and mental health; building educational programs that emphasize student strengths and interests; optimizing academic and social opportunities for students with special needs; preschool evaluations; and consultation and guidance with teachers, staff, and parents.  Her assessments include a thorough review of records, parent and student interviews, input from various stakeholders with work sample, observations, and a battery of standardized assessment tools tailored to the individual student. Through her focused and detailed evaluations, Sara Beth demonstrates expertise in identifying disabling conditions even when the situation is extremely complicated. She is also skilled in making specific recommendations that promote growth. Sara Beth is passionate about student advocacy and strives to make the assessment process a positive and rewarding experience for everyone.

Danielle Morales, MA/CAS, LEP, NCSP

Danielle Morales has been a school psychologist since 2014, and earned her MA and CAS from the State University of New York at Plattsburgh. She is a Licensed Educational Psychologist in California (LEP #4035) and a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP). She has worked as a school psychologist in LA and the Bay Area, providing assessment and mental health services for numerous charter school networks. Ms. Morales has also worked as a student support services coordinator, overseeing the implementation of special education programs, risk assessments, threat assessments, and adult learning systems. In private practice, Ms. Morales has extensive experience with IEEs and Psycho-Educational Evaluations. She also provides consultative support regarding IDEA and Section 504, and has experience as a pediatric clinician helping school-aged clients with anxiety, depression, attention/executive functioning, adaptive functioning, and social skills. Ms. Morales has particular interest in supporting parents of adolescents transitioning to post-secondary settings.