Ms. Symone Betty Gelay, M.S.

Specialization: Psychological & Educational Assessment

Ms. Symone Betty Gelay holds a Master’s degree in clinical psychology and is currently pursuing her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in clinical psychology. She is also a registered Psychological Testing Technician (PTT) with the California Board of Psychology. Ms. Gelay has experience in psycho-diagnostic assessment, identifying mental health, developmental, and learning conditions in children, adolescents, and adults, as well as collaborating with parents, guardians, and patients on treatment for a variety of diagnostic presentations. In her role as a Psychological Testing Technician at Variations, she administers tests to patients undergoing diagnostic assessment, Independent Educational Evaluations (IEEs), and Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS). Ms. Gelay brings several years of experience in all components of assessment, including psychological, educational, social-emotional, and behavioral evaluations for students in both public and private schools. She enjoys building rapport with her patients and providing them with the answers they seek through testing.

Education: PsyD. Doctoral Candidate in Clinical Psychology, concentration in Child and Adolescent Psychology, Master's in Clinical Psychology, Bachelor's in Forensic Psychology with minors in Criminal Justice and American Sign Language

License/Registration: Registered Psychological Testing Technician # PTT126

Fee: $275 Hourly for diagnostic testing & reporting

Insurance Accepted: None