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Dierdre Wood

Dierdre Wood

Assistant Clinical Professor

Contact

Phone: (361) 570-4201

Email: Dierdre Wood

Biography

Dr. Wood is a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) in the state of Texas. She earned her Doctorate and Master of Science in School Psychology from the University of Central Arkansas and her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Alabama. She completed her pre-doctoral internship and post-doctoral fellowship with Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD). She continued to work as a staff member in CFISD for two years where she served students of all ages from PreK-12th grade. She also has experience conducting virtual psychoeducational evaluations and teaching at the middle school, college, and graduate school levels. Her research interests include executive functioning interventions, racial and ethnic identity development and impact, and culturally responsive discipline and behavior modification practices. Her professional interests include behavioral consultation, psychoeducational assessment, and parent training. Outside of work, Dr. Wood enjoys thrifting, singing, reality tv, Peloton, and watching Alabama football.