Lauren Zakaib

Lauren Zakaib is a Certified and Licensed School Psychologist with extensive expertise. Working as a private contractor for Parent & Child Psychological Services PLLC, she employs a variety of resources to effectively identify learning disabilities in children, conduct evaluations for gifted programs, and provide tailored educational recommendations for families. Her diverse skill set encompasses experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and as a practitioner of the Zones of Regulation, alongside her impactful role as a member of the Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Crisis Response Team. Renowned for her exceptional skills in conducting assessments, Lauren possesses a wealth of school-based knowledge that supports child advocacy within educational settings. By providing thorough evaluations and insightful assessment findings, she aims to highlight the strengths and areas for growth in each child's learning journey. Lauren's passion for working with children is evident, as she strives to create a comfortable and supportive environment throughout the evaluation process. With her calm demeanor, patience, playful spirit, and deep understanding, she effortlessly builds rapport with children, helping to ease any anxieties they may feel.