Niya Bealin Smallwood

Dr. Niya (Bealin) Smallwood brings over 15 years of experience specializing in supporting low-income, racial, and ethnic minority individuals with disabilities through comprehensive psycho-educational assessments and evaluations. She has extensive expertise in identifying disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and developmental challenges, ensuring individuals receive tailored interventions to succeed in both educational and real-life settings. As a Supervisor at the Office of Psychological Services for a large urban school district, Dr. Smallwood ensures compliance with special education regulations while advocating for social justice for underserved families. A licensed psychologist and school psychologist, she collaborates with educators, mental health professionals, and community stakeholders at the state and national levels to provide holistic support, ensuring individuals with disabilities have access to the services and accommodations necessary for success.