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Dr. Leah Benazzi is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist specializing in Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA), function-based behavior support, data-based decision making and consultation with educators and families.  Dr. Benazzi received her MS in Special Education in 2003 and PhD in School Psychology in 2005. She has worked for Beaverton School District for 17 years.  Dr. Benazzi’s work includes providing intensive evaluations for students, and consultation with families, advocates, attorneys, educators, and private providers. 

In addition to her work with students, families, and educators, Dr. Benazzi has provided extensive annual professional development for certified and classified staff and administrators.  Recurring training topics include conducting FBAs and developing function-based behavior support, implementing evidence-based, practical interventions for challenging behavior, de-escalating students to decrease physical aggression, understanding and addressing the impacts of trauma, and adopting a problem-solving approach to assessment and intervention.

Dr. Benazzi has presented at various state and regional conferences, including the National Association of School Psychologists, the Western Psychological Association, Oregon Nurses Association, and the California Association of School Psychologists.

Dr. Benazzi brings her applied experience in the field to instruction for new professionals in the School Psychology program. She advises master’s students, teaches courses in consultation and assessment, and supervises school-based practicum at the UO Portland campus.