Faculty Profile

Christina Grabarek, Dr.

Acting Chair, Department of Education; Assistant Professor of Education and Coordinator of the M.Ed/Ed.S. School Psychology Program

114 Meier Hall
219-464-5790
Christina.Grabarek@Valpo.Edu


Biography

At Valparaiso University since August 2000. Assistant Professor of Education and Coordinator of the M.Ed./Ed.S. School Psychology Program. Supervises students in practicum field training, and teaches professional ethics and law, consultation and collaboration, and assessment courses. Has researched, published, and presented nationally within the specialty field of eating disorders. Contributing and nationally certified member of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). Has served schools, hospitals and private practice as a licensed school and clinical psychologist.

Education

Ph.D. - Ball State University 1994
M.S. - Western Illinois University 1990
B.S. - Western Illinois University 1989

Certifications

Licensed School Psychologist
Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Courses Taught

SPSY 610. Academic Achievement: Assessment for Intervention

SPSY 640. Professional Issues, Ethics, and Law

SPSY 660. Consultation in School and Community Settings

SPSY 679. Practicum in School Psychology

SPSY 681. Practicum in School Psychology

SPSY 688. Statistical Interpretation for School Program Evaluation

Research Interests

Eating Disorders

Transitioning Students with Disabilities to Post-secondary Institutions

Assessing and Understanding Emotional and Behavioral Disorders in Childhood/Adolescence

Professional Affiliations

  • National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)