Bella Bellitto is a Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) and Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP). Her background in school psychology, literacy, psychoeducational assessment, and school-based support informs her work with children and families. She specializes in understanding how children learn and approaches each evaluation with a strength-based perspective.
At a Glance
- Credentials: Licensed Psychological Associate (LPA) and Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP)
- Education: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; School Psychologist Master's and Specialist degree from Winthrop University
- School psychology experience: More than 2,000 supervised hours within Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, including experience with MTSS, IEP, and 504 processes
- Assessment focus: Comprehensive psychoeducational assessment
- Therapy focus: Children experiencing anxiety and executive functioning difficulties
Education and Training
Bella earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her School Psychologist Master's and Specialist degree from Winthrop University.
Before entering the field of school psychology, Bella completed foundational training as an Orton-Gillingham practitioner. That experience reflects her longstanding interest in literacy and in understanding how children learn.
School Psychology Experience
Bella completed more than 2,000 supervised hours within the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district. Her school psychology experience includes navigating MTSS, IEP, and 504 processes in the public school setting.
She is also trained and certified in PREPaRE crisis intervention and has experience providing mental health support, social-emotional learning, and consultation and collaboration with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Areas of Focus
Bella has experience evaluating children with a range of learning and developmental presentations, including:
- ADHD
- Autism spectrum disorder
- Developmental delay
- Intellectual disability
- Giftedness
Services Offered
Comprehensive Psychoeducational Assessment
Bella uses a strength-based approach to psychoeducational assessment that considers each child's individual profile rather than defining the child only by areas of difficulty.
Individual Therapy
In addition to assessment, Bella provides individual therapy and has a particular interest in supporting children who experience anxiety and executive functioning difficulties.
A Strength-Based Approach to Working With Children
Bella is committed to neurodivergent-affirming practice and to helping students feel seen, valued, and supported. Across her school psychology, assessment, and therapy work, she focuses on understanding the individual child and the ways that child learns and functions.
A Caring Next Step
If you're looking for a better understanding of how your child learns or would like support with anxiety or executive functioning difficulties, Bella's assessment and therapy services may be a helpful next step. Request an appointment to talk with our team about what type of support may be the best fit for your child.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does a Psychoeducational Assessment With Bella Focus On?
Bella's psychoeducational assessment work focuses on understanding how a child learns and functions. She approaches evaluations from a strength-based perspective and has experience evaluating children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, developmental delay, intellectual disability, and giftedness.
Does Bella Have Experience Working With Schools?
Yes. Bella completed more than 2,000 supervised hours within Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and has experience with MTSS, IEP, and 504 processes. She has also worked in consultation and collaboration with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Does Bella Provide Individual Therapy?
Yes. Bella provides individual therapy and has a particular interest in supporting children who experience anxiety and executive functioning difficulties.
