Partner with Grayson Counseling Educational Assessment & Con

GCEAC provides comprehensive Full and Individual Evaluations (FIEs) to school districts seeking high-quality, timely, and legally defensible assessment services. As a licensed school psychologist and experienced evaluator, Dr. Sonya Coe-Mason delivers thorough, student-centered evaluations that meet state and federal special education requirements while supporting informed eligibility and program decisions.

Our FIE services include:

• Psychoeducational evaluations (cognitive, academic, processing, behavioral, executive functioning, adaptive)
   
• Dyslexia and Dysgraphia evaluations
   
• Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluations
   
• Social-Emotional and Behavioral assessments
   
• Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and BIP development
   
• Other Health Impairment (OHI) and ADHD evaluations
   
• Reevaluation/three-year assessments
   
• Preschool and early childhood developmental evaluations
   

Each evaluation follows TEA and IDEA guidelines and includes:

• Record review and referral analysis
   
• Interviews with parents, teachers, and service providers
   
• Classroom and/or virtual observations
   
• Standardized test administration using a CHC/cross-battery approach
   
• Behavioral and emotional rating scale interpretation
   
• Integration of multiple data sources into cohesive findings
   
• Clear, actionable recommendations tailored for educational planning
   
• Collaboration with ARD teams, including attendance at ARD/IEP meetings when requested
   

We prioritize accuracy, cultural responsiveness, and compliance, ensuring districts receive evaluations that are thorough, evidence-based, and aligned with legal standards. Districts can rely on GCEAC for consistent communication, efficient timelines, and seamless integration with campus teams.

Let us support your district with expert assessment services that strengthen decision-making and help students access the instruction, interventions, and supports they deserve.

Families and school districts may seek an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) when there are questions about the accuracy, completeness, or appropriateness of a previously conducted school evaluation. An IEE offers an objective, comprehensive assessment performed by a qualified professional who is not employed by the school district, providing an independent perspective to support appropriate educational planning.

IEEs are designed to provide a deeper understanding of a student’s learning profile, emotional and behavioral needs, and overall functioning in the school environment. These evaluations follow federal and state guidelines and include a thorough review of existing data, observations, and standardized assessments to ensure a complete and well-supported picture of the student.

• Psychoeducational evaluations
   
• Cognitive and academic achievement testing
   
• Specific learning disabilities, including dyslexia and dysgraphia
   
• Autism Spectrum Disorder evaluations
   
• ADHD/Other Health Impairment considerations
   
• Social-emotional and behavioral assessments
   
• Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
   
• Adaptive behavior and developmental evaluations
   

• Review of school records and previous assessments
   
• Interviews with parents, teachers, and relevant providers
   
• Observations across settings, when appropriate
   
• Standardized testing informed by best-practice assessment models
   
• Integration of qualitative and quantitative data
   
• Clear, evidence-based interpretations aligned with IDEA and TEA criteria
   
• Actionable recommendations for educational planning and support
   
• Participation in ARD/IEP meetings to explain results, if requested
   

IEEs provide:

• An unbiased evaluation that considers multiple data sources
   
• A clearer understanding of a student’s strengths and challenges
   
• Insight into learning, behavior, and emotional needs
   
• Guidance to help IEP teams make informed eligibility and service decisions
   
• A foundation for individualized, culturally responsive educational planning
   

IEEs help ensure that every student receives an evaluation that truly reflects their needs and supports an equitable, appropriate educational program.

At Grayson Counseling, Educational Assessment & Consulting (GCEAC), we provide targeted special education counseling designed to help students make meaningful progress on their IEP goals. Our counseling services bridge mental health support with educational expertise—ensuring that each student receives individualized, data-driven interventions that promote emotional wellbeing, academic skill development, and school success.

We work with students who demonstrate social-emotional, behavioral, or mental health needs that impact their learning. Through structured counseling sessions, we help students build the coping strategies, behavioral regulation skills, executive functioning tools, and self-advocacy abilities needed to thrive in and out of the classroom.

Our counseling is goal-oriented and aligned with each student’s IEP, focusing on areas such as:

• Emotional and behavioral regulation
   
• Anxiety, trauma, and stress management
   
• Self-confidence and self-concept
   
• Social skills and peer interaction
   
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution
   
• Attention, organization, and executive functioning
   
• Self-advocacy and communication skills
   

We collaborate with teachers, parents, and campus teams to monitor progress, adjust strategies, and ensure interventions directly support the student’s educational needs. All services are delivered with compassion, cultural responsiveness, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges diverse learners face.

Our goal is simple: to help every student build the emotional resilience, behavioral tools, and personal strengths they need to access learning and reach their full potential.

GCEAC provides high-quality, engaging professional development (PD) designed to elevate practice, strengthen school systems, and improve outcomes for students. Trainings are grounded in evidence-based practices, culturally responsive approaches, and real-world experience across public, charter, and private school settings.

Our goal is to empower educators, school psychologists, counselors, leaders, and student support teams with the tools, strategies, and confidence needed to meet the diverse needs of today’s learners.

Professional development sessions are customized to meet district needs and may include:

• Special Education Evaluation Best Practices
   
  • Cognitive, academic, and behavioral assessment
     
  • Culturally responsive assessment practices
     
• Behavior & Mental Health
   
  • Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and BIP development
     
  • Tier 1 & Tier 2 behavior systems (PBIS/RTI)
     
  • Trauma-informed practices
     
  • Crisis response, de-escalation, and behavior intervention
     
• School Psychology Practice & Compliance
   
  • Legally defensible FIEs
     
  • ARD/IEP meeting facilitation and conflict management
     
  • Bias reduction in special education
     
  • Ethics and professional standards for school psychologists
     
• Social-Emotional Learning & Counseling Supports
   
  • Counseling for students with disabilities
     
  • Executive functioning interventions
     
  • Social skills instruction for neurodivergent students
     
  • Staff wellness and burnout prevention
     

Sessions are offered in various formats to meet campus and district needs:

• Half-day and full-day workshops
   
• Multi-session training series
   
• Virtual interactive webinars
   
• On-site or hybrid training
   
• Specialized coaching for teams or individual staff
   
• Conference presentations and keynote sessions
   

GCEAC professional development emphasizes:

• Practical strategies that educators can use immediately
   
• Culturally responsive and trauma-informed lenses
   
• Clear alignment with IDEA, TEA, and district policies
   
• Real examples, case studies, and application activities
   
• Engaging, participant-centered presentation style
   
• Follow-up support or consultation as needed
   

We believe that well-equipped educators transform student outcomes. Through expert-led training, GCEAC empowers schools and organizations to build stronger systems, enhance evaluation and intervention practices, and ensure every learner has the opportunity to thrive.

Ready to take the first step? Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help your district achieve your goals. We look forward to hearing from you!