Osborn, Anita
LEP#: 3703
Areas of interest
0-5 mental health consultation
Preschool evaluation
ASD evaluation
Challenging behavior
Professional and parent training
Strength-based reflective practice
Trauma-informed perspective
Education
M.A., Psychology (with Distinction), emphasis Physiological psychology
P.P.S. credential 1989-present
L.E.P. 2016-present
Early Start Foundations I, II, III
Zero to Three certified trainer The Growing Brain (past)
Attachment Vitamins group facilitator
Nurturing Parenting group facilitator
Touchpoints community-level trainer (past)
Experience
I've been a school/licensed educational psychologist for 34+ years, working in early intervention, special education, and prevention/promotion in general education. Trained and experienced in crisis intervention. Well-versed in children's learning and mental health; with special emphasis on early development, families, and staff who serve this population. Endorsed in California as an Infant-Family Early Childhood Mental Health Specialist. Currently working as an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant (IECMHC) and Faculty for California IECMHC Training Project through WestEd. Workshop, webinar, and conference presenter on a variety of topics, including: Special Education/Early Intervention; Understanding Behavior; Attachment; Trauma-Informed Practices; Resilience; and more.
