Dr. Lauren-Rachelle Palazuelos, Psy.D.

Specialization: Diagnostic Testing, Trauma Assessment, & Educationally Related Mental Health Assessments

Dr. Lauren-Rachelle Palazuelos is a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience. At Variations Psychology, she specializes in psychological and educational evaluations, mental health assessments, and placement assessments. Her passion lies in helping diverse populations thrive by accessing appropriate services and accommodations in school, home, and community settings.

Dr. Palazuelos embraces an integrative, trauma-informed approach, tailoring assessments to meet each patient's unique needs. She is skilled in conducting assessments related to trauma, co-occurring diagnoses, psychosis, and mood disorders, as well as educational assessments for students with special education needs. Her collaborative work with multidisciplinary teams in educational and medical environments ensures the effective translation of medical diagnoses into educational planning recommendations. Dr. Palazuelos approaches her work with enthusiasm and personal attention, dedicated to making a meaningful difference through her expertise in psychological and educational evaluations.

She earned her BA in Psychology from California State University, Fullerton, and both her Master’s and PsyD in Clinical Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology. Dr. Palazuelos completed an APA-accredited predoctoral internship focused on trauma-informed assessment and recently enhanced her expertise with a master's program in psychopharmacology. Committed to professional growth, she also provides clinical supervision and psychoeducational training, emphasizing the importance of accurate and comprehensive evaluations.

Education: Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, Bachelor in Psychology

License/Registration: Licensed Psychologist # PSY29749

Fee: $275 Hourly for diagnostic testing

Insurance Accepted: None