Meet Tracy Lee, Psy.D.

Helping you uncover your child’s potential.

I believe every child has unique gifts and talents.

I use psychological testing to uncover those gifts and talents.

You’re in the right place.

 
 

I have always been drawn to kids with special needs. Starting off as an elementary school teacher, I loved the classroom but wanted to get to know kids better on an individual level. I became a reading specialist. Watching many kids struggle to read, developing anxiety and depression, I wanted to figure out a better way to intervene. I chose graduate school in clinical psychology and focused my training on assessing and intervening with kids who had behavioral difficulties and emotional issues. Upon earning my doctorate, I wanted to take a closer look at learning disabilities and neurological issues that impact behavior. An additional year in neuropsychological assessment allowed me to deepen my understanding of the brain.

After becoming a licensed clinical psychologist, I went into private practice. On the side, I taught the Child Development and Treatment class at my alma mater and was also asked to be the Director of Clinical Training. I have supervised graduate students in psychological testing as well as taught it at the graduate level. Although I enjoy working as a psychotherapist, professor and supervisor, I have been told many times that I am uniquely gifted in psychological testing and assessment.

Why do I love psychological testing and assessment?

For over 20 years I have worked in private practice as a therapist. As an experienced clinician, I frequently receive referrals from clients who have had several different therapists or tried multiple medications to no avail.

With psychological testing and assessment, I am able to see the client with a magnifying glass. Whether it is intellectual assessment, executive functioning, or underlying personality dynamics, psychological assessment allows me to see both wide and deep into a person’s character and abilities. This in depth look allows me to see the main source of misery for the person as well as underlying layers that inhibit growth and well being.

Clients often come to me in crisis. This intense state of distress provides an openness to trying new things and really getting at the root of a problem. Psychological testing allows me to efficiently lay out the problem, providing a sense of clarity as well as specific steps for relief and growth.

I have found these moments the most life changing: where one can see the layers of misery as well as clear light out of the darkness. It is beautiful and life changing.

My guiding principles

 

Competency based

Although testing often focuses on weeknesses or deficits, I believe every child has unique strengths which can be identified through psychological testing.

 

Respect and kindness

I will treat you and your child with respect and kindness. If they have anxiety or unique needs I will take them seriously to help them be comfortable and enjoy the process.

 

Speedy results

Most psychological assessments can be completed within 10 hours, including my time in scoring, interpreting and writing a report. I make sure that I can get this all done within a week of completing the testing process.

 

Collaboration

After the testing process, I am happy to collaborate with the child’s psychiatrist, pediatrician or other professionals to coordinate care. School consultation is also available for a fee.

Training & Education

 

  • Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.), Wheaton College

  • Masters in Clinical Psychology, Wheaton College

  • Masters in Biblical and General Theological Studies, Wheaton College

  • B.S. Elementary Education, Miami University (concentration Spanish)

  • West Suburban Psychological Services, Post Doc Neuropsychological Assessment

  • Milwaukee County Mental Health Division, APA-approved internship (focus on child assessment and treatment)