Dr. Maggie Garcia Neidhardt, PsyD

Dr. Maggie Garcia Neidhardt is a Licensed and Nationally Certified School Psychologist with more than 27 years of experience in educational and school-based settings. She provides psychoeducational evaluations for children and adolescents to support informed educational planning.

Credentials

• Specialist in Education (Ed.S.) in School Psychology, Valdosta State University
• Licensed School Psychologist, State of Florida
• Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP), National Association of School Psychologists
• Florida Department of Education Certifications: School Psychology; Elementary Education (K–6); Exceptional Student Education (K–12); Reading (K–12); Educational Leadership

Phone: 813-672-1021
Email: Maggie.Neidhardt@gmail.com

Areas of Assessment

Ms. Neidhardt conducts individualized assessments that may include evaluation of:

• Reading, writing, and mathematics-related learning concerns
• Attention-related characteristics
• Autism-related features
• Anxiety and social-emotional functioning
• Giftedness and advanced academic needs

Assessment findings are based on standardized testing, record review, interviews, and relevant background information. Eligibility determinations for school-based services are made by the appropriate educational institution.

Services

• Psychoeducational Evaluations
• Consultation regarding educational planning and school-based services
• Counseling services for children and adolescents when appropriate

Professional Approach

Ms. Neidhardt emphasizes comprehensive, developmentally appropriate evaluation practices. Reports are structured to clearly outline strengths, areas of need, and objective findings to assist families and educators in understanding a student’s learning and behavioral profile.

Professional Background

Ms. Neidhardt began her career as a special education teacher, working with students with emotional, behavioral, and learning-related challenges. She later gained extensive experience within Florida’s public school system at both school and district levels, contributing to her understanding of school-based services and educational processes.