Kristy Kelly

Kristy Kelly is a Clinical Professor and Co-Area Chair of School Psychology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison's School of Education. She serves as Director of Clinical Training in the School Psychology Program, overseeing graduate student supervision through the School Psychology Training Clinic (SPTC), Student Assessment Services (SAS), and Madison-area schools. Her roles include teaching practicum seminars on clinical skills, child assessment/intervention, and legal/ethical issues in education.

Education:

• PhD in Educational Psychology, University of Wisconsin–Madison (2006)
• MS in Educational Psychology, University of Wisconsin–Madison (2004)
• BS in Psychology, University of Wisconsin–Madison (2001)

Research Interests: Focuses on clinical supervision, professional development of school psychologists, and evidence-based interventions in school/clinic settings. Her work emphasizes multicultural and ethical practices in educational psychology.

Publications: Her recent work includes co-editing Theories of School Psychology: Critical Perspectives (2021) and publishing on supervision frameworks, theoretical foundations in school psychology, and behavioral consultation strategies.

Advising & Training: Supervises graduate students in clinical settings and collaborates on projects like the 16-week ADHD evaluation study (2019). Active in professional development through presentations at NASP and APA conventions.

Labs/Teams: Leads initiatives at the School Psychology Training Clinic and collaborates with Student Assessment Services to provide clinical training.